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<strong>The official Tolkien calendar, this year containing 13 breathtaking paintings inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's three 'Great Tales' of Middle-earth: THE CHILDREN OF HURIN, BEREN AND LUTHIEN and THE FALL OF GONDOLIN. Featuring beautiful artwork by Alan Lee, including a selection of stunning new paintings and drawings appearing here for the first time.</strong> <br/><br/>The official Tolkien calendar has become an established publishing event, eagerly anticipated by Tolkien fans the world over. Previous Tolkien calendars have become much sought after collector's items, and this year's will doubtless be an essential purchase for fans everywhere. Published during Christopher Tolkien's centenary year, it celebrates the peerless stewardship of his father's work. <br/><br/>This year's calendar showcases 13 full-colour paintings by Alan Lee of scenes from across the First Age of Middle-earth, depicting key moments from the three 'Great Tales' - <em>The Children of Hurin</em>, <em>Beren and Luthien</em> and <em>The Fall of Gondolin</em> - that were published posthumously by Christopher Tolkien. Together they form the capstone to his unique literary contribution to our appreciation of his father's invented world. <br/><br/>Within these three tales can be found some of the most powerful, dramatic and moving moments within all of J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium, in which supreme heroism, tragic love, and profound malevolence unfold against a backdrop of unforgettable settings. <br/><br/>Many of these are sublimely portrayed in Alan Lee's peerless watercolour paintings and pencil drawings, and this portfolio is now enhanced by a selection of truly stunning, brand-new paintings, making this Official Tolkien Calendar an unmissable event. Featuring an insightful introduction by the artist himself, this new Calendar will allow fans to discover the First Age of Middle-earth in greater depth than ever before.

<b>"Before there was <i>Game of Thrones</i>-there was Dragonlance."-<i>Vox</i><br/><br/>Rediscover the world of Dragonlance with the second trilogy of one of the most popular fantasy series of all time-featuring a new foreword with exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from the original Dragonlance team!</b>The Twins: Raistlin Majere, powerful archmage. He abandons his brother to walk the paths of darkness. As his lust for power grows, he plans to challenge the gods in a battle that could destroy the world. And Caramon Majere, courageous warrior. He must find a way to stop his brother and save mankind. But first he must save himself.<br/><br/>Crysania, cleric of the gods of good. Her own ambitious goals blind her to the truth. <br/><br/>Tasslehoff Burrfoot, kender and friend to all. He tries to help with near disastrous results.<br/><br/><i>Dragonlance Legends</i> is an epic tale of magic, love, war, and sacrifice. And the perilous journey through time that will forever change them all.<br/><br/><b><i>Dragonlance Legends</i> features the novels <i>Time of the Twins</i>, <i>War of the Twins</i>, and <i>Test of the Twins</i>.</b>

<b>Celebrate the captivating worlds of Japanese animation giant Studio Ghibli with volume 2 of the bestselling 100-collectible-postcards series.</b><br/><br/>This extensive collection showcases final frames from Studio Ghibli's feature-length films, from <i>Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind</i><b></b>(1984) to<b> </b><i>The Boy and the Heron</i><b></b>(2023). Housed in a luxe keepsake box, these full-color, gorgeously detailed images of beloved characters and iconic scenes are perfect for keeping or sending-and are sure to delight Studio Ghibli and animation fans of every age. <br/><br/> (c) 1984 Studio Ghibli - H; (c) 1986 Studio Ghibli; (c) 1988 Studio Ghibli; (c) 1989 Eiko Kadono - Studio Ghibli - N; (c) 1991 Hotaru Okamoto - Yuko Tone - Studio Ghibli - NH; (c) 1992 Studio Ghibli - NN; (c) 1994 Hatake Jimusho - Studio Ghibli - NH; (c) 1995 Aoi Hiiragi / Shueisha - Studio Ghibli - NH; (c) 1997 Studio Ghibli - ND; (c) 1999 Hisaichi Ishii - Hatake Jimusho - Studio Ghibli - NHD; (c) 2001 Studio Ghibli - NDDTM; (c) 2002 Nekonote-Do - Studio Ghibli - NDHMT; (c) 2004 Studio Ghibli - NDDMT; (c) 2006 Studio Ghibli - NDHDMT; (c) 2008 Studio Ghibli - NDHDMT; (c) 2010 Studio Ghibli - NDHDMTW; (c) 2011 Chizuru Takahashi - Tetsuro Sayama - Studio Ghibli - NDHDMT; (c) 2013 Studio Ghibli - NDHDMTK; (c) 2013 Hatake Jimusho - Studio Ghibli - NDHDMTK; (c) 2014 Studio Ghibli - NDHDMTK; (c) 2020 NHK, NEP, Studio Ghibli; (c) 2023 Studio Ghibli<br/><br/>LUXE & COLLECTIBLE PACKAGE: This postcard set includes 100 different full-color images printed on quality cardstock, housed in a sturdy keepsake box with a lifting ribbon. Cards feature a range of key scenes and characters from the Studio's feature-length films through 2023.<br/><br/> GREAT GIFT: Part of an officially licensed line with Japanese animation giant Studio Ghibli, these cards make a great gift or self-purchase for creatives, animation enthusiasts, collectors, and fans of Japanese art, stationery, and pop culture. Fans of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli will love this unique collection of postcards, which are great to send to friends and are deluxe enough for any collector to keep and display.<br/><br/> MUST-HAVE COMPLEMENT TO VOLUME 1: This new edition includes a different selection of final frames from the films also included in Volume 1-plus all-new final frames from the latest two films from the Studio, <i>Earwig and the Witch</i> (2021) and <i>The Boy and the Heron</i> (2023).<br/> <br/> BELOVED STUDIO WITH MASSIVE FAN BASE WORLDWIDE: Miyazaki is often called the "Walt Disney of Japan." Six of Studio Ghibli's films received Academy Award nominations in the United States. The Ghibli Museum and Ghibli Park are popular destinations in Japan.<br/><br/> PERFECT FOR: Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli fans of all ages; animation enthusiasts and collectors; artists and designers; fans of Japanese art, stationery, and pop culture; anyone looking for collectible, one-of-a-kind stationery.

<b>For the first time, the complete history of David Lynch and Mark Frost's <i>Twin Peaks</i>, told through fascinatingly detailed reporting and exclusive interviews with the show's cast and creators.</b><br/><br/><b>'The high point of TV as a medium. David Lynch's <i>Twin Peaks</i> may never be bettered.' <i>Guardian</i></b><br/><b><br/>'Anybody making one-hour drama today who says he wasn't influenced by David Lynch is lying.' David Chase</b><br/><br/>From its initial broadcast in 1990 to the unexpected and hugely acclaimed return of the series some twenty-five years later<i>, Twin Peaks</i> garnered millions of fans across the world - though from the first episode, studio executives had predicted the inevitable failure of the show.<br/><br/>In <i>A Place Both Wonderful and Strange</i>, film and TV critic Scott Meslow takes us behind the (red) curtain of <i>Twin Peaks</i> and into the unique and immersive world created by David Lynch and Mark Frost. Meslow has conducted dozens of original interviews with cast and crew - including Mark Frost, Kyle MacLachlan, Sheryl Lee, Laura Dern, Naomi Watts, Sherilyn Fenn, James Marshall and Ray Wise - which shed new light on this extraordinary work that often raised as many questions as it answered.<br/><br/>With David Lynch's passing in 2025, there may never be another return to the unforgettable town of Twin Peaks, yet <i>A Place Both Wonderful and Strange</i> draws readers back once again to the inimitable experience of the show and offers fascinating new insights and perspectives.

Xie Lian, once the darling of the heavens, is a twice-banished god infamous for his fall from grace. Eight hundred years have passed since his mortal life as the Crown Prince of Xianle, and he's now the laughingstock of the three realms. So when he ascends to godhood for a third time, it causes an uproar among his divine peers. Ascension may be nothing new to Xie Lian, but this time he has no followers, little power, and less luck. To repay his heavenly debts, Xie Lian must descend to the Mortal Realm to hunt ghosts that prey upon the living. There, he encounters a mysterious stranger-but is this newcomer friend or foe . . . or something else entirely? Volume 1 includes the prologue and episodes 1-14 of the original webcomic based on the webnovel Tian Guan Ci Fu published on JJWXC.

<b>A NEW SPECIAL EDITION WITH TWO BONUS CHAPTERS</b><br/><br/>I know exactly what it's like to put others first, to settle for less and to navigate relationships while trying to balance your independence and goals. Whether you're single, taken, heartbroken, healing or trying to level up into the best version of yourself, <i>Buy Yourself The Damn Flowers</i> is an in-depth, comprehensive guide to all things self-love. Includes actionable homework, transformative tools and reassuring lessons that will help every woman to cultivate a lasting love for the person who matters most: you.<br/><br/>It's finally time to buy yourself the damn flowers.<br/><br/>Tam x