“A wonderful guide. Bell has a passion for art, a good eye, and a writing style full of grace and energy…A great leap beyond the conventional survey.”
— Art & Auction
“A valuable and entertaining adventure in art history.”
— Bloomsbury Review
“An extraordinary book for any reader.”
— Choice
“Going for a noir tone…a sly caper featuring a particularly clever, observant, and memorably clad sleuth.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“The purrfect investigator… The illustrations, with strong black pencils and a vivid color palette, help with establishing a mysterious mood and antiquated atmosphere.”
— School Library Journal
“A magisterial work that maintains its relevance decades after its first edition.”
— A Daily Dose of Architecture Books
“Illuminating… The unusual selection of artists working in different styles, media that vary from paint to bottle caps, and sassy commentary makes this volume stand out from others. With contemporary language…this book becomes a lively tour conducted by a knowledgeable curator.”
— Kirkus Reviews (Starred review)
“An accessible mix of history and interpretation spiked with saucy asides [and] jazzily hip illustrations… Appealing and informative.”
— Publishers Weekly
“Pull[s] together an overview of the Centre Pompidou's vast collection of more than a century of modern art… Without a doubt, it is a very good thing that there are bright lights out there like Alice Harman's, the book's inventive writer, and Serge Bloch, the book's veteran illustrator.”
— The New York Times Book Review
“A chatty and irreverent tour of the Centre Pompidou, in Paris…featuring 30 paintings and sculptures.”
— The Wall Street Journal
“In just under 100 pages, the author presents thirty of the greatest works of many of the movers and shakers of modern art… An excellent resource for teaching children about art… Perfect for preparing for a trip to the art museum.”
— EatReadSleep
“Appreciators of true journey tales will find this a fascinating book from start to finish.”
— Booklist
“If you are interested in modern British art, the book is unputdownable. If you are not, read it. You soon will be.”
— Financial Times
“The moral of this modern fable? Don't be afraid to venture out and explore all of the world's beauty.”
— Lolly Gepson Booklist
“Mole in a Black & White Hole teaches us that if we can get out of our comfort zone we might be surprised at the wonders around us. A nice book with a great lesson.”
— Lisa Gammon Olson New York Journal of Books
“A beautiful, cleverly-designed tale of faith, trust, and friendship… Top-notch design.”
— Let's Talk Picture Books
“The earliest picture in John Loengard's Moment by Moment was taken in 1953 when he was a Harvard undergraduate; an attractive young woman in an overcoat and scarf leads students through a snow-covered Harvard Yard to class. Mr. Loengard already knew how 'to let the camera marry reality to form' (his prescription for a successful picture), and a few years later became a LIFE staff photographer.”
— The Wall Street Journal
“It's fair to say photographer John Loengard is a LIFE magazine legend. The impressive collection of portraits includes Judy Garland at Carnegie Hall in the 1960s, Queen Elizabeth in Ethiopia, and Louis Armstrong sipping beer at a Queens barbershop…Mariah Carey lounging at a friend's apartment in the 1990s, Maya Angelou, weeks before she read a poem at Bill Clinton's inauguration, and Annie Leibovitz atop the Chrysler Building.”
— The Cut, New York Magazine
“Loengard's…subjects, whether famous or unknown, are treated with the same careful, thoughtful eye.”
— TIME
“Loengard counted everyone from monarchs to pop stars among his subjects. Vanity Fair once called him 'an oracle,' but he shrugs off such praise. 'Taking a photograph,' he says, 'is as simple as boiling an egg.'”
— The Telegraph (UK)
“'A great photographer has the knack of putting a great picture in front of his camera,' (Loengard once said). It's a mantra that's visible in this collection.”
— Huck Magazine (UK)
“The book is beautifully done…The design is excellent and complements the immediacy and strong presence of the photographs.”
— Philip Trager, photographer
“Loengard has a trained eye for the decisive moment. With material ranging from celebrities to marginalized citizens to his own family members, he takes a sweeping sojourn down memory lane, with striking juxtapositions.”
— American Photo
“A marvelous wordsmith with a keen eye, Thomson …somehow manages to illustrate his many moments in films both obscure …and legendary.”
— The Boston Herald
“The Brit transplant's long experience with writing accessible, entertaining, idiosyncratic, erudite and enlightening movie books led him to the most delightful one of all: Moments that Made the Movies…This is a keeper.”
— IndieWire.com
“Explores iconic scenes in both classic and contemporary films that were not only enjoyable, but in some way groundbreaking.”
— The Huffington Post
“Moments That Made the Movies is full of assured declarations, chatty asides and free-associative essays…both fun and not a little feverish…Moment by moment, each statement is certainly worth considering, made as it is by a highly respected critic who is appreciated exactly for such a garrulous parade of this-not-that explications.”
— New York Times Book Review
“The idea here is to focus on a series of moments in seventy-two films of particular significance and accompany them with wonderful stills representing those moments.”
— The Nation
“Accompanied by wonderfully evocative stills, this eminently browsable book is certain to delight film lovers.”
— Booklist/American Library Association
“[A] film-lover's treasure…The book's effect is undeniable, as the reader feels determined to hit the nearest theater.”
— Publishers Weekly
“Unafraid to stump for lesser-known and lowbrow movies …may inspire you to look at the whole medium anew.”
— The Week
“A visually thrilling tour of the magic of the movies, one special moment at a time.”
— American Profile
“This book is both a visual delight and a valuable tool for anyone who enjoys a good movie.”
— Lifestyle Mirror
“A real treasure.”
— Woman Around Town
“Tells of many an incredible filmed moment.”
— Short and Sweet NYC
“A lovely visual and written pairing that will be perfect for any film or arts library.”
— The Midwest Book Review
“A marvelous wordsmith with a keen eye, Thomson …somehow manages to illustrate his many moments in films both obscure …and legendary.”
— The Boston Herald
“The Brit transplant's long experience with writing accessible, entertaining, idiosyncratic, erudite and enlightening movie books led him to the most delightful one of all: Moments that Made the Movies…This is a keeper.”
— IndieWire.com
“Explores iconic scenes in both classic and contemporary films that were not only enjoyable, but in some way groundbreaking.”
— The Huffington Post
“Moments That Made the Movies is full of assured declarations, chatty asides and free-associative essays…both fun and not a little feverish…Moment by moment, each statement is certainly worth considering, made as it is by a highly respected critic who is appreciated exactly for such a garrulous parade of this-not-that explications.”
— The New York Times Book Review
“The idea here is to focus on a series of moments in seventy-two films of particular significance and accompany them with wonderful stills representing those moments.”
— The Nation
“Accompanied by wonderfully evocative stills, this eminently browsable book is certain to delight film lovers.”
— Booklist/American Library Association
“[A] film-lover's treasure…The book's effect is undeniable, as the reader feels determined to hit the nearest theater.”
— Publishers Weekly
“Unafraid to stump for lesser-known and lowbrow movies …may inspire you to look at the whole medium anew.”
— The Week
“A visually thrilling tour of the magic of the movies, one special moment at a time.”
— American Profile
“This book is both a visual delight and a valuable tool for anyone who enjoys a good movie.”
— Lifestyle Mirror
“A real treasure.”
— Woman Around Town
“Tells of many an incredible filmed moment.”
— Short and Sweet NYC
“A lovely visual and written pairing that will be perfect for any film or arts library.”
— The Midwest Book Review
“Experiential…A great thing about Thomson is that he leaves things open.”
— The Key Reporter
“Fascinating.”
— Jewish Scene
“The photographs in Mona Kuhn: Works are meditative, calming, and contemplative. Her work is simultaneously sensual and spiritual. Mona Kuhn: Works will secure her prominence as an artist who has a love for life and and the ability to manifest that love through beautiful photography.”
— New York Journal of Books
“Design-lovers will be in heaven.”
— Publishers Weekly
“This picture book delivers its unexpected twist with drama and wit. The well-paced story reads aloud beautifully; the illustrations feature expressive drawings and appealing use of colors. A satisfying picture book in which a cagey cat sets out with a simple goal and unintentionally achieves a more complex one: creating a community of friends.”
— Booklist
“Mountains: Mapping the Earth's Extremes…features 13 of the world's most magnificent mountains in an entirely new way. Using high-resolution satellite data, scientists have created a series of 3D maps of mountain landscapes. The breathtaking results provide virtual landscapes from previously impossible viewpoints.”
— Mountain Living
“The months roll around with pleasant rhymes and beguiling artwork.”
— The Wall Street Journal
“Snappy text and peek-a-boo images [take] hotel lovers on a tour of beds and baths where they can commune with their significant others… The settings are luxe and fabled.”
— WAG Magazine
“A ravishing resource… this luxe dreambook assembles profiles of 35 hotels from around the globe, selected by the Mr. and Mrs. Smith online travel site.”
— Passport Magazine
“Engrossing… Readers interested in true crime and forensics will appreciate Selzer's singular volume.”
— Library Journal
“Hardcore historical crime fans will find this anthology irresistible.”
— Booklist
“If someone you know loves 'C.S.I.' and reading, give them Murder Maps USA, which revisits notorious murders from the Civil War to World War II.”
— The New York Times
“Stuffed with archival newspaper clippings, vintage illustrations, mugshots, timelines, deeply disquieting photos and, of course, maps that plot where the killings occurred, the book is a veritable cornucopia of crime.”
— The New York Times Book Review
“The perfect crime rarely is. Even the cleverest killer can slip up somewhere. A footprint in the flower bed, a fingerprint on a doorknob, a strand of hair by the body—something’s always left behind. Adam Selzer’s Murder Maps USA: Crime Scenes Revisited details dozens of these stray clues, and the killers they helped catch.”
— New York Daily News
“Game play is easy for [a] 5-year-old, but there are some complex aspects that keep even the adults interested.”
— Cool Mom Picks
“[With] muted colors and stunning, intricately textured illustrations…this deceptively simple tale is laced with profound, beautifully wrought truths… A clever and poignant tribute to the love of all those who made the journey.”
— Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“Haunting and magical… One of the best takes on the experiences of children of immigrant parents…in a picture book form… A story of truly enduring love… Each piece of this book fits snugly together with every other piece, like a well-constructed puzzle. Simple enough for children to understand. Layered enough for adult readers to appreciate. Strangely perfect.”
— Betsy Bird School Library Journal
“A poignant, fantastical conceit, reminiscent of the work of Shaun Tan… In spare, unflinching prose, Sworder shows just how much [parents are] willing to give up so their son can have what other children have… [His] soft pencil-and-watercolor illustrations, inspired by Japanese woodblock prints, are as rich with emotion and atmosphere as his text.”
— The New York Times Book Review
“This book makes an amusing introduction to the process of writing a book.”
— Learning
