Robb Pearlman

Marvel Comics’ Mightiest Heroes and Villains burst off the page in super-powered retellings of classic fables, written by New York Times bestselling author Robb Pearlman! In the spirit of Cider Mill Press’s bestselling Aesop’s Fables, Marvel Fables transforms Aesop’s most beloved tales into all-new Marvel Comics adventures! Pop culturist Robb Pearlman weaves a web of iconic heroes, notorious villains, and timeless morals in stories that captivate readers of all ages. This beautifully designed, fun collection featuring original high-end artwork is an irresistible gift for Marvel fans, families, and collectors alike. Meet legendary matchups that teach lessons as mighty as Mjolnir including: Loki and Thor in a retelling of “The Boy Who Cried Wolf” Spider-Man and J. Jonah Jameson in a retelling of “The Kid and The Wolf” The Thing and Human Torch in a retelling of “The Ant and the Grasshopper” The Avengers and Ultron in a retelling of “The Bundle of Sticks” And other tales featuring the X-Men, Iron Man, the Hulk, Ms. Marvel, Deadpool, Daredevil, Kingpin, Ghost-Spider, Scarlet Witch, and more!

Inspired by Bob Ross's famed painting techniques, quotes, and iconic images, this affirming guide-to-life book will help you navigate your own personal landscape, one day--or canvas--at a time. Beloved for his relaxing tone and his way of imparting his meditative outlook on life (all while creating a painting in under thirty minutes on television), Bob Ross had a quiet, nurturing disposition that made him the perfect guide to overcoming (and appreciating) everyday challenges both big and small. Featuring Bob's most famous quotes and illustrated by more than thirty of his original paintings, 'Be a Peaceful Cloud' and Other Life Lessons from Bob Ross is filled with calming, mindful essays that tap into his advice on imagination, friendship, mistakes, and finding happiness. Chapters range from 'Blank Canvas: It's Your World,' which illuminates how to approach each day, to 'Bravery Tests: Challenging Yourself,' which draws upon your inner strength, to 'Happy Little Accidents: Creating Success from Failure,' which affirms the power of positive thinking. Bob Ross's lessons gently encourage everyone to live their best Bob Ross life--an aspiration more important now than ever before.

Fans of the magical unicorn are legion, and the unicorn's appearance in pop culture shows no signs of waning. Enter Robb Pearlman, who cleverly creates a light-hearted, slightly twisted, but always funny list of 101 ways to use a unicorn.

Celebrate the season by counting down to Christmas with this officially licensed I Love Lucy Advent Calendar featuring gift tags, recipe cards, mini puzzles, greeting cards, and much more.- 25 pockets of surprises: Every window of this 25-day holiday season countdown charms with Lucy-themed surprises, including mini recipe cards (4), gift tags (4), magnets (3), paper-based ornaments (4), mini greeting cards and envelopes (4), mini puzzles (2, each with 18 pieces), keychain (1), pins (2), and mini book (1)- First official I Love Lucy Advent Calendar: Officially licensed with CBS and the estate of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, this is a first-of-its-kind product for fans of the iconic television show- Beautiful package: Art and photography featuring stars Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel make this a stunning and delightfully designed package; trifold calendar stands upright and can be displayed- Perfect gift: A unique gift for fans of I Love Lucy- Officially licensed: An authentic I Love Lucy product

Today, it s more important than ever to find the physical and mental space to focus, reenergize, or simply be. For the millions who have tuned in to The Joy of Painting since the TV episodes first aired in 1982, Bob Ross is the perfect guide on this journey to personal happiness. Bob Ross believed that each of us has the power to create our own world with imagination and lots of practice. In each TV episode, Bob Ross created the best possible space for his creativity and craft to flourish, from the thoughtful organization of his easel and palette to the way he methodically and gracefully composed natural vistas on his canvases. In It s Your World: Creating Calm Spaces and Places with Bob Ross, his iconic paintings and inspiring quotes are paired with mindful essays that draw upon his advice about creativity, courage, inspiration, preparation, and serendipity. In this book, Bob Ross s wisdom will help you find your own happy place, whether it is a dedicated spot in your home or office, or just a moment in the middle of a hectic day. And, because any change requires bravery, each chapter of the book includes Bravery Tests, interactive prompts that encourage stepping outside one s comfort zone key for positive, creative change. Chapters like It s Your World, and Let s Paint a Happy Picture help you envision your ideal happy space and decide is most essential (and nonessential) to your happiness. The lessons that Bob Ross learned from observing nature and using color, as well as happy accidents, encourage you to see your living spaces from living rooms to kitchens to bedrooms from a fresh perspective, and, most importantly, have fun in your journey to making a space just for you. It s Your World: Creating Calm Spaces and Places with Bob Ross is perfect for fans of Bob Ross or for anyone who wants to find a happier place to be.

Swing into Spider-Man’s web of wisdom and explore inspirational moments, unforgettable characters, and profound life lessons of Marvel Comics.In the dynamic world of Marvel Comics, no character has swung into our hearts quite like Spider-Man. This Spider-Man-themed book of wit and wisdom invites you to explore the thought-provoking quotes, lessons learned, and memorable moments from Spider-Man's life both in and out of the mask. Venture through the bustling streets of New York City, meet iconic characters such as Mary Jane Watson, Aunt May, and the ever-entertaining J. Jonah Jameson. Face villains who are as complex as they are dangerous, each pushing Spider-Man to his limits and teaching him valuable life lessons along the way. From the significance of great power and great responsibility to the importance of friendship, love, and self-belief, Spider-Man's story offers countless pieces of wisdom. This book not only celebrates the legacy of Spider-Man but also invites you to reflect upon the messages intertwined within his adventures. Whether you're a lifelong fan of Marvel Comics or new to the realm of superheroes, The Wit & Wisdom of Spider-Man is a must-have for your collection.

Indulge your inner collector with this in-universe auction catalog of some of Marvel comics' most notable and tantalizing items, including Captain America's shield, a Loki-commissioned Mjolnir, Deadpool's katanas, Professor Charles Xavier's hoverchair, and over 60 more Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime exclusive auction of exceptional documents, rare mystic artifacts, powerful weapons, and technological wonders from across the Marvel Comics universe. This lushly illustrated catalog of Pinkerton Auction House's presentation of The A.I.M. Collection: Artifacts, Memorabilia, and Ephemera from Across the Universe offers collectors from Earth-616--and beyond--the chance to own a part of history. Whether you're an avid collector, an admirer of beauty, or a seeker of historic artifacts . . . a scientific genius, a motivated mutant, or a megalomaniac bent on world domination . . . you can bid on a treasure trove of highly coveted items including: A set of Green Goblin pumpkin bombs (mint in box) A vial of Pym particles The Fantasti-Car MK-II A set of Hawkeye's arrows A Hellfire Trading Company Membership (proof of mutancy required) Dr. Yao's original recipe Symbiote Inhibitor Doctor Doom's doombot (made in Latveria of genuine Latverian parts) Moon Girl's roller skates A statue of Khonshu An exclusive Wakandan gift set Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all stipulations, conditions, descriptions, and additional item-specific terms, disclaimers, and caveats before bidding. Bidders participate at their own risk. Participation in this auction serves as an acceptance of all cookies and as a permanent non-revocable opt-in for any and all future physical, electronic, psychic, psionic, and other Pinkerton or A.I.M. marketing and solicitations, in this and any known or unknown universe, until your death but fully transferable to any resurrections, clones, duplicates, variants, doppelgangers, or time-traveling counterparts.

Inspired by the film American Psycho, a darkly humorous collection of tongue-in-cheek advice on how to make it in the cutthroat world of business, as well as pointers about work/life balance, dating, and personal style. Since its release in 2000, the film American Psycho, starring Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman, has been lauded as a searing send-up of toxic masculinity and 1980s materialism. How to Make a Killing in Business . . . and Life draws upon the film s macabre, campy humor, resulting in a funny advice book of sorts, with recommendations on how to slash the competition and dealing with the challenges of letting work bleed into personal life. The book combines dynamic art with darkly witty wisdom about how to get that coveted reservation at Dorsia, the dos and don ts of choosing a business card, deep dives on the importance of pop music groups like Huey Lewis and the News, and ideas on how to dispose of your rivals. This compendium of tips is the perfect gift for fans of film, horror, and humour.

Despite official reports, most adults feel completely and totally ill-prepared to deal. With anything. They still, as purportedly self-sufficient grown-ups, look toward older generations and think, How did they do that? So the easiest and best way to find comfort is to look not ahead at uncertainty (or, heaven forbid, around at the chaos currently surrounding them), but to the past to their simpler childhoods. And it is with brightly colored stickers in the workplace that they will finally find peace of mind. For a little while, at least. Filled with 250 full-color removable stickers that can be used to decorate journals, notebooks, or your lapel to proudly and publicly proclaim work life's little victories, I Adulted at Work! is the ideal nostalgic and practical book for anyone who feels a sense of accomplishment by making it through a day on the job without calling their mother for help.

Superboy has a parent-sized problem in this officially licensed DC picture book celebrating individuality while being the child of Superman and Lois Lane.A school project has Jon Kent, the son of Superman-the World's Greatest Super Hero-and Lois Lane-the world's most famous reporter-trying to figure out who he wants to be when he grows up. How will he ever live up to his parents' success? And will they be disappointed with him if he doesn't?As Jon and his loyal canine companion, Krypto, travel everywhere from Metropolis to The Fortress of Solitude to outer space, they explore the qualities that make his parents so great and put them to the test when a situation arises that requires Jon to act alone.In this official DC picture book, readers will follow Jon's adventure of self-discovery as he comes to understand that-just as there's only one Superman and one Lois Lane- there's only one Superboy . . . and he's up to the challenge.

Help Velma and the Hex Girls solve a riverboat ghost mystery in this officially licensed picture book featuring Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Daphne, and Fred.The Mystery Inc. gang has no idea that their class trip will include a visit from the ghostly Captain Barnacle. And when Shaggy, Scooby-Doo, Daphne, and Fred all become seasick, it's up to Velma to try to track down the passengers' stolen backpacks and the Hex Girls' musical gear! Could the mysterious dust on tarps and the deck floor be a clue? Join Velma and the Hex Girls as they work together to solve another spooky case in this all-new, all-hands-on-deck Mystery Inc. Picture Book mystery.

New York Times bestselling author Robb Pearlman focuses on STAR TREK: DISCOVERY's breakout star, Grudge the cat. Full of cat photos and whimsical illustrations!Sharper than a claw and more stunning than a phaser blast, The Book of Grudge's Prime Directive features her take on everything from space travel to the proper care and training of an array of alien species, STAR TREK-inspired quotes, and haiku meditations on Grudge's most favorite things, including napping and people (as long as they're far enough away). Make no mistake, Cleveland Booker's massive - and massively cool - cat, Grudge is no mundane mouser. This taciturn tabby is, in fact, "a Queen." She knows it, and everyone aboard the Discovery knows it, too... though some realize it just a bit too late!

noun: an illustrated A-to-Z glossary that provides readers of all ages a redefined, never-before-seen exploration of the code names, items, teams, locations, and sound effects that have shaped Marvel Comics for over 85 years. Featuring more than 1,000 definitions of the words that have been the foundation of Marvel Comics’ epic stories, this illustrated compendium is the perfect gift for Marvel fans of all ages. Encounter iconic heroes, antiheroes, villains, and synthezoids including Hulk, Black Widow, Storm, Wolverine, Mystique, Echo, Kingpin, Lizard, Abomination, M.O.D.O.K., H.E.R.B.I.E., Carnage, and Venom. Infiltrate the membership rosters of Marvel’s most iconic groups, teams, and organisations including the Avengers, the X-Men, Alpha Flight, S.H.I.E.L.D., the Sinister Six, the Guardians of the Galaxy, Hydra, and the Nova Corps. Discover a hidden lair’s worth of artifacts, weapons, and technology including Doctor Doom’s Doombots, the Eye of Agamotto, the Zodiac Key, the Ultimate Nullifier, the Superhuman Registration Act, the Infinity Gauntlet, and all six of the Infinity Stones. Explore Multiverse-spanning locations that serve as backdrops to countless epic adventures including Wakanda, Hala, Atlantis, the Raft, Krakoa, Knowhere, Attilan, and all ten of the Realms connected by Yggradsil. Echo the distinctive and onomatopoeic sounds that reverberate off the comic book page including bamf, snikt, thwip, poink, and bada-boom! Assemble the accessories and garments that make up a costume or uniform including cape, hood, mask, crown, and tunic. Unleash the power of the words behind the worlds and characters you love with The Mighty Marvel Dictionary.

Finally a book plus fifty stickers to celebrate the ones who want to stay home, cancel plans, enjoy their quiet time, or read far, far into the night: the introverts! The book features cozy snack ideas, excuses for canceling hangouts, famous introvert quotes, and so much more. Including stickers to decorate notebooks, laptop cases, or water bottles, the Little Book for Introverts is not only self-aware and in on its own joke, but also custom-made for people who just don t want to people anymore, making it the perfect gift for your introverted friend (or just for yourself don t worry, we won t tell!).

The world's most beloved classic TV show and its iconic characters-Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel-take the spotlight in this original, officially licensed story about celebrating our unique gifts.We all have a talent . . . don't we? In this brand-new story inspired by I Love Lucy, Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel are putting on a show! Ricky plays the conga drum and sings "Babalu," Fred and Ethel dance, and Lucy . . . well, what won't Lucy do to get on stage? Though she tries playing the saxophone, singing a song, and dancing, Lucy can't seem to find what she's good at. Maybe she should just wrap chocolates to give out after the show??Featuring beloved characters and moments from the classic television series, this book is the perfect way for readers of all ages to experience, and share, their love of Lucy!

Looking for a mini mindful escape? Just as the Joy of Painting star inspires calm and relaxation with his art, this original Zen garden inspired by Bob Ross is certain to relieve everyday stress.- Everything you need for your Bob Ross Zen Garden: 3-5/8 x 2-3/4-inch mini Zen gardening tray, bag of sand, stones, "fan brush" rake, and mini accessories (Peapod the squirrel, snow-topped mountain, log cabin, 2 bristle-brush trees)- Illustrated mini book: Includes a 32-page 2-1/2 x 3-inch book on Bob Ross's work and how to use your Zen Garden- Features Bob Ross art throughout: Mini book includes full-colour paintings by Bob throughout- Great Gift: A fun, stress-relieving desktop accessory for home or the office, perfect for fans of Bob Ross and anyone looking for a bit of peace and relaxation- Officially licensed: Authentic Bob Ross collectible

Brush up on toddlers' ABCs with Bob Ross and his iconic paintings in this fourth early concept board book with the famous TV painter.A is for artists. B is for brushes. C is for cabins. This fourth early concept board book in the Bob Ross My First Book series, which includes Bob Ross: My First Book of Colors, Bob Ross: My First Book of Nature, and the forthcoming Bob Ross: My First Book of Numbers, helps the littlest readers learn their alphabet while looking at Bob Ross's gorgeous landscape paintings. Adult fans of The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross will love reading and re-reading this book with their toddlers as they'll discover some of their favorite Bob Ross quips alongside his iconic landscapes in this delightful and peaceful board book.

Bob and Peapod have been busy, busy, busy painting masterpiece after masterpiece. One day, Bob comes to the studio and notices that Peapod (and various painting items) are missing, but Peapod left a note: he's decided to play a game of hide-and-seek! Journey throughout various paintings to find Peapod, paint brushes, colour tubes, palettes, and more in this delightful third book in our Bob Ross and Peapod series.