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America the Beautiful is a glorious book of photography celebrating America's unique natural and cultural treasures with more than 250 National Geographic images from all 50 states, plus commentary from a vaunted group of luminaries who call this country home.

Star Wars: The High Republic, the New York Times best-selling series, continues with Defy the Storm. For light and life! One year after the fall of Starlight Beacon, the galaxy is in chaos. An anarchistic group known as the Nihil has taken over a section of space now known as the Occlusion Zone. Jedi Knight Vernestra Rwoh and scientist Avon Starros team up in an attempt to find a way through the Nihil Stormwall to save those on the other side. But what are the Nihil's real plans? And what of the nameless creatures that can destroy the Jedi Order? The battle has just begun . . .

In Kill the Beast, the eleventh book in the New York Times best-selling Villains series, author Serena Valentino tells of the downfall of Disney's slickest, quickest, and smarmiest villain: Gaston from Beauty and the Beast.

What if Snow White learned magic? What if Mulan became the emperor's advisor? And what if Remy the rat met Colette first? Disney's New York Times best-selling series presents a rich anthology featuring 16 short stories with all-new what-if twists on fan-favorite Disney films.

In his continuing quest to earn college recommendation letters from the gods, Percy has to pet-sit the goddess Hecate's polecat and giant mastiff during Halloween week. What could go wrong? Rick Riordan's newest Percy Jackson adventure is full of hilarious set pieces, a diverse cast of gods and monsters, and many other delightful tricks and treats.

Stories from the Spider-Verse features 10 epic stories with a dozen Spider-Heroes. From Ghost-Spider to Kwaku Anansi, thwip across the multiverse with your favorite web-slingers.

Inspired by A Twisted Tale, the smash hit New York Times bestselling book series, this art of coloring book features more than 100 images of favorite Disney Princesses, Villains and more. Every page offers new enchantment with illustrations of Disney characters, icons and scenes reimagined in a sophisticated style by artist Abigail Larson. The perfect way to unleash your own creative magic, this book features an easy-to-use ''lay flat'' paperback format that allows for hours of relaxing, inspiring coloring fun.

Beloved Jedi Master Yoda teaches Jedi Younglings and Padawans of every species, including fan-favorite Wookiee Burryaga, to overcome their fears in this timeless tale for children. Set in the era of the High Republic, this beautifully illustrated book teaches empowering lessons through the lens of familiar and lovable Star Wars characters.

In this one-of-a-kind illustrated collection from National Geographic, discover 100 after-dark adventures around the world. From kayaking Puerto Rico's bioluminescent bay to performing Mass in Caribbean Carnivals to chasing the aurora borealis in Canada's northern provinces, 100 Nights of a Lifetime will get you excited about your next vacation.

From the years of design and manufacturing through launch and deployment to the extraordinary images and the new science they inform, Infinite Cosmos showcases the revelations coming from the James Webb Space Telescope. It features the sharpest planetary vistas and the deepest views of the cosmos humankind has ever seen.

Assume the identity of the most iconic bounty hunter in the galaxy with this Boba Fett electronic helmet. Part of Star Wars: The Black Series by Hasbro, this highly detailed and accurate reproduction features battle-damage deco plus an articulated range finder and illuminated heads-up display so you can make your transformation into the character complete. 

Design a truly unique vacation with 100 intriguing alternatives to more predictable, expensive and overcrowded destinations. These days, many of the world's most beloved places have become expensive and overcrowded, making their celebrated allure that much harder to enjoy. National Geographic's Here Not There helps you create a more robust, off-the-beaten path vacation by revealing 100 alternative destinations to the standard travel playbook—as well as expert tips on when to visit, where to eat, what to see and where to stay. Both surprising and inspiring, Here Not There offers readers a chance to think beyond our typical borders and discover undreamed-of destinations.

Fire & Fate, the tenth book in the New York Times bestselling Villains series, takes a dive into the Underworld, exploring how Hades turned from god to villain.

Introducing the first-ever official guidebook by RunDisney, the hugely popular road race division of The Walt Disney Company. Plan the most magical ''runcations'' to Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort with this comprehensive guide that includes everything from the basics of running to tips on choosing the right running races for you and your family and what resources are available at the Disney Parks.

Written by Scott Douglas, who writes extensively for Runner's World magazine, it also includes a foreword by Olympian and bestselling author Jeff Galloway, plus expert sidebars by Galloway and Olympian Molly Huddle with tips on training, gear, etiquette and more.

Dan Buettner, the creator of National Geographic's popular Blue Zones—now a documentary on Netflix—brings readers a beautifully illustrated and informative guide to the places on Earth where people live the longest—including lessons learned, top longevity foods, and the behaviors to help you live to 100—plus a surprising new blue zone.

What if the witch gave Merida a different spell? Part of the New York Times best-selling series, Fate Be Changed: A Twisted Tale twists Disney and Pixar's Brave into a fast-paced story in which Merida is sent back in time.

Discover the little-known history behind Walt's foundational directors such as Wilfred Jackson, Clyde Geronimi and Dave Hand. These talents directed some of the most beloved films of all time including Snow White and Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio and One Hundred and One Dalmatians, yet virtually no one knows their names . . . until now.

In this Star Wars Young Jedi Adventures book join youngling Kai Brightstar and his best friends, Lys and Nubs, on Tenoo as they learn the way of the Force and train to become Jedi Knights! Jedi Training features concept art that inspired the style for the series, and is filled with empowering messages about teamwork and the importance of helping others. Young readers will find the adventure and heart they can only get in a galaxy far, far away.

Inspired by Disney and Pixar's Inside Out 2, this charming hardcover, jacketed picture book is perfect for fans of the film! With an array of characters—both new and familiar—the humorous and vibrant Go to Sleep, Anxiety! is sure to inspire all kinds of emotions from kids, parents, and fans alike!

Fully updated and revised-with 100 brand new excursions, this 2nd edition of The 10 Best of Everything National Parks is an idea-filled guidebook that highlights top-tier adventures across the U.S. National Park System.

Welcome, foolish mortals, to an original and eerie novel inspired by The Haunted Mansion attraction at Disney Parks! Written by New York Times best-selling author Claudia Gray, Storm & Shade tells the story of high school student Audrey Perez who moves to a town that's supposedly home to a haunted mansion.

This cutting-edge science narrative, chock-full of heartwarming case studies, is one woman's quest to learn the true meaning of dog intelligence. Dog Smart: Life-Changing Lessons in Canine Intelligence takes readers on a powerful search to unlock the secrets of dog cognition, based on evidence from trainers, owners, behaviorists, and the animals themselves.

From the biggest to the smallest, the fiercest to the cutest, this science-packed, photo-filled encyclopedia from National Geographic Kids has everything you want to know about these amazing, warm-blooded creatures. From the colossal blue whale to the tiny pygmy shrew, plus lions, hippos, polar bears, sea otters, quokkas, orangutans, dolphins and more, there are 200-plus mammals featured in this colorful encyclopedia.