Marc Majewski

Explore bridges around the world—and how they unite us—in this gorgeously illustrated nonfiction picture bookBridges can be high or low, long or short, straight or curvy. Some are designed to blend in, while others stand out. But each one tells a story: a reminder of our history, a testament to ingenuity and engineering, an invitation to imagine the possibilities of the future. Literally and symbolically, bridges connect us—to new places, new cultures, and new people. With poetic text and sweeping illustrations, Marc Majewski delivers a unique, accessible look at bridges all around the world: from San Francisco’s incredible Golden Gate to the Victoria Falls Bridge connecting Zambia and Zimbabwe to England’s Tower Bridge and Japan’s Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge and many in between. Both informational and thought-provoking, Bridges shows how these awe-inspiring structures unite the manmade and natural worlds, and how they bring humanity together.

Explore parks around the world—and how they welcome us—in this gorgeously illustrated nonfiction picture book, a companion to Marc Majewski’s acclaimed Bridges Parks can be big or small, quiet or loud, sunny or snowy. Parks protect the natural world, but they’re also public spaces where anyone can explore, gather, and play. Whether they’re wildlife reserves or your local dog park, wide open spaces or places of quiet in the city, deep in a canyon or just around the corner, parks can be a refuge. With poetic text and sweeping illustrations, Marc Majewski delivers a unique, accessible look at parks all around the world: from Central Park to the Serengeti to the Great Barrier Reef and everything in between. Both informational and awe-inspiring, this gorgeously illustrated nonfiction picture book shows how parks of all kinds bring people, animals, and nature together. Get inspired to visit as many of the included parks as possible: Central Park, New York, United States Place Dauphine, Paris, France Hampstead Heath, London, England Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen, Denmark Versailles Park, Versailles, France Emdrup Junk Playground, Copenhagen, Denmark Monument Valley, Arizona, United States Northeast Greenland National Park, Greenland The High Line, New York, United States Keibul Lamjao National Park, India Gabriela Mistral Dark Sky Sanctuary, Chile Keukenhof Gardens, The Netherlands Parque Francisco Alvarado, Costa Rica Isamu Noguchi’s Piedmont Park Playscape, Georgia, United States Nishi-Rokugo Park, Tokyo, Japan Ohlone Dog Park, California, United States Serengeti National Park, Tanzania Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Australia Aoyama Cemetery, Japan Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Las Pozas, Mexico

From an acclaimed author and illustrator team, here is a definitive picture book biography about a true original and creative genius: Edward Gorey. Discover the unique childhood and life of the enigmatic and eccentric Edward Gorey whose artwork and books had a profound impact on creators such as Neil Gaiman, Lemony Snicket, and Tim Burton. Even as a young boy, readers learn that Edward constantly forged his own path, passions, and pursuits never forsaking his individuality for fame. This brilliant picture book biography is paired with a whimsical art style that captures the unrelenting creativity Edward brought to his playfully macabre creations.

Author-illustrator Marc Majewski delivers a gorgeously painted, tender story about a young child who loves dressing up as a butterfly. A joyful celebration of creativity, self-expression, and family—perfect for fans of Jessica Love and Beatrice Alemagna. I am a butterfly. I spin and swirl, twist and twirl, flutter and flap, and when I open my wings, I fly! A young child loves the spots and patterns found on butterflies, and fashions bold orange wings to become a butterfly child. But when other kids shun the child for the clothes they don’t understand, it takes a father’s encouragement for the kid to stay true to what they love and find joy in the butterfly wings once more.* A Junior Library Guild Selection *

A stunning and timely picture book asks fourteen critical questions to encourage active thinking and discussion about our one and only planet. Does Earth feel calm? Does Earth feel curious? Does Earth feel hurt? Does Earth feel heard? With spare prose and evocative paintings, author-illustrator Marc Majewski implores readers to think more deeply about what our only planet is telling us, ultimately asking—what do you want Earth to feel? This compelling narrative follows the planet’s relationship with humans and engages with themes around empathy and environmentalism; a perfect book to spark conversations and inspire a new generation of young leaders.