'Our thoughts shape our worlds,' says Meredith Gaston, author and illustrator of Tucked In, and to help you make a better world for yourself and your loved ones, she has created an inspiring book filled with ideas to help you cultivate the power of joy in your own life. Beautifully illustrated, these words provide a balm to the soul.

The gift of art, the gift of inspiration, the gift of joy. This dynamic illustrated book is brimming over with encouragement and wisdom and delivered with a fresh, modern twist. Pairing quotes with original graphic art that brings the words to life, Think Happy, Be Happy is a gallery of beauty and cheer inspired by the letterpress and screenprint art that’s hot on Etsy and pinned and re-pinned by Pinterest’s millions of fans. The artwork is by more than twenty popular illustrators and designers, who transform simple but smart mottoes—from the contemplative “Find beauty in rain” to the upbeat “I make my own sunshine!” to the empowering “Don’t shush your inner voice. It’s who you are” to the joyful “Live every day like it’s your birthday”—into bold and visually dynamic statements. This book is a delightful pick-me-up that can be read over and over again and bring comfort and affirmation every time. Paired randomly throughout is unexpected, complementary text—themed play-lists, top-ten lists, and simple recipes. Because what’s better to lift the spirits than a Watermelon Mint Ice Pop?

★ "This amazing outpouring of strength and honesty offers inspirational personal accounts for every reader who wonders what to do when everything seems impossible." --Booklist, starred review A 2019 Texas Topaz Reading List Selection A Junior Library Guild Selection Hope is a decision, but it is a hard one to recognize in the face of oppression, belittlement, alienation, and defeat. To help embolden hope, here is a powerhouse collection of essays and personal stories that speak directly to teens and all YA readers. Featuring Angie Thomas, Marie Lu, Nicola Yoon, David Levithan, Libba Bray, Jason Reynolds, Renée Ahdieh, and many more! "The hope of a secure and livable world lies with disciplined nonconformists who are dedicated to justice, peace and brotherhood."--Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. We all experience moments when we struggle to understand the state of the world, when we feel powerless and--in some cases--even hopeless. The teens of today are the caretakers of tomorrow, and yet it's difficult for many to find joy or comfort in such a turbulent society. But in trying times, words are power. Some of today's most influential young adult authors come together in this highly personal collection of essays and original stories that offer moments of light in the darkness, and show that hope is a decision we all can make. Like a modern day Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul or Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Teens, Hope Nation acknowledges the pain and offers words of encouragement. Authors include: Atia Abawi, Renee Ahdieh, Libba Bray, Howard Bryant, Ally Carter, Ally Condie, Christina Diaz Gonzales, Gayle Forman, Romina Garber, I. W. Gregario, Kate Hart, Bendan Kiely, David Levithan, Alex London, Marie Lu, Julie Murphy, Jason Reynolds, Aisha Saeed, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Jenny Torres Sanchez, Jeff Zentner, and Nicola Yoon. Praise for Hope Nation: "A salve when days are bleak."--Kirkus Reviews "An important and inspiring read for thoughtful teens."--School Library Journal

Kindness spreads like the ripples on a pond and a warm smile is the universal language of kindness. In The Art of Kindness, bestselling author and illustrator Meredith Gaston inspires kindness to yourself, to others and to our world. Her whimsical illustrations remind us that small acts of kindness truly are the sunshine needed for happiness to grow. Including inspirational essays and quotes, as well as journal prompts and suggestions for living, The Art of Kindness is the best possible guide to practicing more kindness in your life.

In her beautiful and enchanting new book Find Your Sparkle: Embracing the Magic of Life, Meredith Gaston Masnata’s delightful words and pictures culminate in a bountiful, hand-illustrated love letter for our spirits. Page by page Meredith encourages us to explore, nurture and nourish our inner sparkle for happier, healthier and more magical living. Every single one of us can find ways to sparkle, and sparkling is indeed what we were born to do. Drawing inspiration from the limitless beauty and mystery of our natural world, Meredith encourages us to create joyous, rich and fulfilling lives that we can truly love. Meredith’s integrative and practical approach to flourishing in daily life will uplift, soothe and encourage her readers. Be inspired by her thoughtful prose, whimsical watercolour illustrations, uplifting affirmations, meditations, plant-based recipes and so much more. We all understand life as a patchwork of light and dark. Meredith reveals the profound insights that challenges can awaken, and helps us to visualise the world as a place of love: full of healing, adventure, and wonderful possibilities to explore. Through cultivating blissful self-care practices and choosing to live mindfully we can all learn to colour our lives with wonder, gratitude and peace, sensing the ever-present magic within and around us. By turns warmly encouraging and practical, Meredith’s voice will inspire you to shine. It’s time to find your sparkle, and embrace the magic of life.

Modern parenting presents fresh challenges, including unrelenting time pressures, lack of support systems, and work demands, that often leave parents drained and worn-out. Erin Leyba, the mother of three young children, has been counseling parents on these issues for almost twenty years. She has developed techniques that help parents not only cope but also feel joy — in their parenting and in their relationships with their partners. Leyba draws from the latest research about child development, attachment, successful marriages, and mindfulness to create effective, doable solutions for balancing, simplifying, and communicating. She presents powerful tools that parents can use right away to de-stress, stay energized, and create more warmth and passion with loved ones. Whether new, veteran, overwhelmed, exhausted, or just interested in doing better than they are, parents will find proven help here.

Heartwarming and Heart-Opening Stories Gathered from Decades of Medical Practice Bernie Siegel first wrote about miracles when he was a practicing surgeon and founded Exceptional Cancer Patients, a groundbreaking synthesis of group, individual, dream, and art therapy that provided patients with a “carefrontation.” Compiled during his more than thirty years of practice, speaking, and teaching, the stories in these pages are riveting, warm, and belief expanding. Their subjects include a girl whose baby brother helped her overcome anorexia, a woman whose cancer helped her heal by teaching her to stand up for herself, and a family that was saved from a burning house by bats. Without diminishing the reality of pain and hardship, the stories show real people turning crisis into blessing by responding to adversity in ways that empower and heal. They demonstrate what we are capable of and show us that we can achieve miracles as we confront life’s difficulties.

Trained pastry chef, blogger, and mother of two Aran Goyoaga turned to gluten-free cooking when she and her children were diagnosed with gluten intolerance. Combining the flavors of her childhood in Bilbao, Spain, with unique artistry and the informal elegance of small-plate dining, Aran has sacrificed nothing. Dishes range from soups and salads to savory tarts and stews to her signature desserts. With delicate, flavorful, and naturally gluten-free recipes arranged by season, and the author's gorgeously sun-filled food photography throughout, Small Plates and Sweet Treats will bring the magic of Aran's home to yours. Fans of Cannelle et Vanille, those with gluten allergies, and cookbook enthusiasts looking for something new and special will all be attracted to this breathtaking book.

Internationally acclaimed artist Meredith Gaston, whose stylish, pretty watercolor art has been exhibited in across the globe, illustrates this uplifting book. Expect Wonderful Things is a gorgeous tome of encouragement in the form of illustrated inspirational quotes from the author and from well-known poets and thinkers, including: And the day came when the risk it took to remain tight inside the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. —Anais Nin Imagination is more important than knowledge. —Albert Einstein Expect wonderful things to happen. —Meredith Gaston As you walk, eat, and travel, be where you are. Otherwise you will miss most of your life. —Buddha Expect Wonderful Things will inspire, encourage, and uplift you and everyone you give it to as a gift.

Anyone who loves this joyous time of year will love these heartwarming and entertaining stories of family bonding, holiday hijinks, community spirit, and family and religious traditions. A fantastic holiday gift and a great way to start the season!