Books by Weldon Owen

Reader'S Digest Children'S Atlas Of The World-Library Edition (RD Children's Atlas)

by Weldon Owen

An atlas filled with physical, political, and regional maps includes an introduction to mapmaking and map reading and educational projects and activities

Saints: Inspiration and Guidance for Every Day of the Year | Book of Saints | Rediscover The Saints

by Weldon Owen

Start each day with this beautifully illustrated gift book on 365 saints in the Christian heritage.

Organized by saints’ specific feast days, each page of this beautifully illustrated book provides a day’s worth of history, tradition, and inspiration from the lives and teachings of the saints in the Christian canon, from St. Apollonia to St. Zita. This illustrated book of days tells the life stories, ministry, and beatification of 365 Saints, each beautifully rendered with classic paintings and historic iconography. Designed to become a family heirloom, this reference book lists each saint’s common patronages so readers can call upon them with prayers for intercession during times of trouble, sickness, or loss. A perfect gift for Christenings, Confirmations, birthdays, and holidays.

The Magnificent Book of Birds

by Weldon Owen

This beautifully illustrated series will have you captivated. Stunning illustrations, intriguing facts, and a large format make an engaging reference to revisit time and again.

The Magnificent Book of Birds will take you deep into the forest, far out to sea and high into the air, to discover the amazing birds that live there. From the majestic condor to the tiny bee hummingbird, this book captures a variety of birds through stunning illustrations. See the dazzling quetzal, the lightning-fast peregrine falcon, the gigantic ostrich, and the incredible emperor penguin.

Intriguing facts accompany every illustration, so you can find out why the flamingo’s feathers are pink, how the frigatebird can float like a kite, and why the scarlet macaw eats clay. Discover all these facts and more in this wonderful keepsake that you will revisit time and again.

The Magnificent Book of Horses

by Weldon Owen, Tom Jackson, Diana Ferguson

This beautifully illustrated series will have you captivated. Stunning illustrations, intriguing facts, and a large format make an engaging reference to revisit time and again.

From stocky Shetland ponies and gentle Welsh cobs to energetic Arabian horses and muscular destriers, dozens of horse breeds are depicted in beautiful full-color illustrations. Accompanied by a selection of intriguing facts about each horse, this is a wonderful reference young equestrians will revisit time and again.

The Magnificent Book of Horses

by Weldon Owen, Tom Jackson, Diana Ferguson

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American Girl Cooking Gift Set: Recipes for Delicious Snacks, Meals & More (Kid's Cookbook, American Girl Doll)

by Weldon Owen

Learn how to whip up tasty snacks for sunny summer days, nourishing meals for sleepovers, and more! Filled with delicious snacks, soups and salads, main dishes, and side dishes, and featuring an exclusive apron, you’ll be on your way to becoming the best chef in town.

A perfect cookbook gift set for the emerging chef—and American Girl fan—in your family. From crunchy Sweet Potato Chips, to tangy Taco Salad, to shareable Guacamole & Star Chips, the 40 recipes inspire chefs to make yummy treats for friends and family.

Featuring an exclusive apron, this set not only helps young chefs and bakers develop their culinary skills with simple instructions, full-color photography, and guides to mastering basic kitchen skills, but creates experiences to last a lifetime.
40 RECIPES: Learn to make delicious snacks, soups, salads, main dishes, side dishes and more
COOK FOR EVERY OCCASION: Whip up tasty treats for movie nights, picnics, fiestas, family dinners, and more

GAIN KITCHEN CONFIDENCE: Learn essential cooking skills with step-by-step instructions

INSPIRING IMAGES: Full-color photos help ensure success

TIPS AND TRICKS: Includes advice on enhancing and customizing recipes, as well as important information on how to handle kitchen tools and cook safely with the help of an adult
• Includes 1 Apron (child size) with adjustable neck strap and front pocket; 100% cotton
• Machine wash cold with like colors. Tumble dry low, Non-chlorine bleach if needed. Warm iron if needed.

The Gardener's Journal (Outdoor Journals)

by Weldon Owen

A journal specifically tailored to suit the needs of a gardener, whether for making notes on planting or weeding, or sketching an illustration of a favored plant.

Specially formatted for gardening, this journal provides the space the writer needs to record anything and everything they wish to about their gardening, with bulleted journal pages for writing, space for sketches, or freeform notes, and other elements to guide the writer's note-taking and illustration.

The Magnificent Book of Insects and Spiders: (Animal Books for Kids, Natural History Books for Kids)

by Weldon Owen

Beautiful illustrations and fascinating facts reveal the creepy, crawly, buzzy, and beautiful world of 36 insects and spiders.

The Magnificent Book of Insects and Spiders will take you into a secret world of meadows and marshes, of leafy branches, forest floors, and rocky crevices, to meet the incredible insects and spiders that live there.

From the shimmering blue morpho butterfly to the gigantic goliath beetle, The Magnificent Book of Insects and Spiders book captures some of the world’s most extraordinary creatures through stunning illustrations.

Intriguing facts accompany every illustration, so you can find out which insect glows in the dark, why the honey-bee dances, and how the raft spider walks on water. Discover all these facts and more in this beautiful reference you will revisit time and again.

36 SPIDERS AND INSECTS: Learn about dozens of insects and spiders, from the beautiful monarch butterfly to the deadly black widow spider.

BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images bring insects and spiders from all over the world to life.

FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of fascinating facts in an easy-to-read format that will enthrall amateur entomologists of all ages.

MAP OF THE INSECT WORLD: Includes a beautiful full-color map that shows where in the world each insect and spider calls home.

COLLECT THE SERIES: More beautifully illustrated compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Birds, The Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals, and The Magnificent Book of Birds.

American Girl Tea Parties: Delicious Sweets & Savory Treats to Share: (Kid's Baking Cookbook, Cookbooks for Girls, Kid's Party Cookbook)

by Weldon Owen

This latest, officially licensed title in the engaging, best selling American Girl cookbook series continues to inspire and encourage young chefs with delicious recipes and party ideas for enjoying tea time with friends and family.

American Girl Tea Party Cookbook inspires young chefs to learn essential kitchen skills while creating teatime recipes—including cakes, biscuits, scones, savory tea sandwiches, and more—for everyday and special occasions.

With mouthwatering treats like vanilla-rose teacakes, strawberry shortcakes, and chocolate palmiers to more traditional tea-party fare such as cucumber-mint sandwiches, berry-studded scone bites, and buttery shortbreads, this collection of 50 recipes will appeal to kid chefs of all skill levels. This beautiful cookbook also features easy-to-follow instructions, inspiring full-color photography, and fun ideas for creating different tea parties—including a cozy tea for an after-school playdate, a festive holiday tea party, an al fresco gathering with iced tea and summer treats, and more—that celebrate this beloved and timeless tradition.

Saveur: The New Classics Cookbook (Expanded Edition): 1,100+ Recipes + Expert Advice, Tips, & Tales

by Weldon Owen

In this expanded edition of Saveur: The New Classics Cookbook, the editors of America’s favorite culinary magazine share more than 1000 well-curated global recipes to create an essential collection for home cooks everywhere.

This expanded edition features 50+ brand new recipes, from dishes that emphasize vegetables and plant-based diets to delicious burritos, calzones, and more—all with the global flavors and international cuisines that are a hallmark of SAVEUR.

This masterful selection celebrates the brand’s authority, heritage, and depth of worldwide culinary knowledge in what will become an indispensable and treasured guide for everyone who relishes authentic cooking performed at SAVEUR’s standard of excellence.

Offering authentic, mouthwatering recipes for virtually every type of dish (from tapas and cocktails to salads, dumplings, one pot meals, and more), essential techniques, and practical advice, this thorough collection of recipes from the pages of SAVEUR represents a comprehensive foundation for any home cook looking for a go-to guide from a trusted source. The book also includes suggested menus for holidays and special occasions, illustrative sidebars that showcase groups of ingredients (such as the Mexican pantry, different varieties of tomatoes, what makes a good tagine) or provide easy-to-follow instructions for techniques (like how to crimp a dumpling or fold an empanada); and scores of gorgeous full-color photographs that bring the cuisine to life.

The Big Book of Baking for Kids: Favorite Recipes to Make and Share (American Girl)

by Weldon Owen

American Girl’s BIGGEST baking book yet! Packed with more than 100 delicious recipes for cookies, cakes, brownies and more that kids love to bake, eat, and share!

Featuring the very best recipes from American Girl’s best-selling cookbooks, The Big Book of Baking For Kids is the ultimate cookbook for young bakers. There are treats, snacks, desserts and more for every taste and occasion. This compilation has something for every skill level and includes a delicious variety of cookies, cakes, tarts, brownies, pies, and more.

Young bakers will gain kitchen confidence with helpful instructions and expert tips for kitchen safety, storage, decorating, and serving. Whether they follow each recipe step-by-step or add a unique twist, baking is a great way for kids to express creativity, learn essential skills, and make memories.

Kids will wow their friends and family with delectable treats, bake-sale favorites, and show-stopping special-occasion desserts with The Big Book of Baking for Kids!

100+ RECIPES: Kids will learn to bake delicious pies, cakes, cookies, cupcakes, brownies, breakfast treats, after-school snacks and show-stopping desserts

BAKING TIPS AND TRICKS: Young bakers can master measuring, rolling, frosting and decorating!

INSPIRING IMAGES: Beautiful full-color photos help ensure success!

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS: Gain confidence in the kitchen and practice essential cooking skills with easy-to-follow instructions, with helpful call outs for when a young chef may need adult supervision

OFFICIAL AMERICAN GIRL COOKBOOK: The trusted partner for families who want to raise strong, confident girls and help girls discover their sense of self

The Ultimate Romance Reading Challenge: Complete a Goal, Open an Envelope, and Reveal Your Bookish Prize!

by Weldon Owen

Join the community of millions of romance readers! In this oversize, hardbound book, romance genre-inspired reading challenges are paired with bookish rewards, propelling you toward a sizzling season of reading escapes and satisfying achievements.

Exceed your reading goals with The Ultimate Romance Reading Challenge! This collection of 25 prompts inspires readers to embrace their romantic side and explore all the romance genre has to offer.

Reading prompts include:
--Read a book with an enemies-to-lovers premise
--Read a romance novel with a protagonist much older than you are
--Read a romance novel published in the year you were conceived
--Read a romance novel featuring an LGBTQ+ character

The Ultimate Romance Reading Challenge encourages reading habits that help to inspire new ideas and creativity, in your reading life and beyond.

REWARDED FOR READING!:Each prize is thoughtfully curated to supplement the reading life. Readers will enjoy bookish greeting cards, a mini notebook, stickers, unique bookmarks, and more!

FOR SEASONED ROMANCE READERS AND NEWBIES TO THE GENRE:From YA to Historical, Emily Henry to Nora Roberts, open door to closed—whatever your mood or taste, this challenge is for you!

DIVERSIFY YOUR READING:In completing each unique challenge, you can find ample inspiration to step outside your reading comfort zone and diversify your reading list.

EXPAND YOUR COLLECTION:Complete your collection with the first of this challenge series, The Ultimate Reading Challenge, and continue the reading fun for any kiddos in your life with The Ultimate Reading Challenge for Kids!

The Forager's Journal

by Weldon Owen

Made in a lightweight, durable, wipe-clean format, The Forager's Journal is designed especially for foragers to document the vivid details of their wild food expeditions, describe and draw edible plants and fungi, and capture priceless memories in the outdoors.

Made in a lightweight, durable, wipe-clean format, The Forager's Journal provides space to record everything about your foraging treks. Logs include guided prompts to track key information, such as each plant’s name, colors and markings, settings, as well as your current location, weather, and other notes. Lined and blank note pages enlivened with inspirational quotes allow you to reflect on your wild food discoveries, record the edible plants and fungi you gather, and sketch the ones you don’t recognize. And lists offer a place to note your foraging bucket-list destinations and other thoughts as you embark on your expeditions into the wilderness.

This unique journal is destined to become a treasured gift that any forager will enjoy for years to come.

DELUXE JOURNAL: Rounded corners, ribbon bookmark, elastic-band closure, elastic pen loop, inside pocket for convenient storage, and high-quality paper that ink won't bleed through.

SPECIALIZED PAGES: This guided journal gives the writer places to record their foraging excursions, with specialized details including weather, season, and location, as well as space for sketches and other notes.

LIGHTWEIGHT AND PORTABLE: Fits easily into a backpack or glove box, allowing for quick access for notes on the go.

THOUGHTFUL GIFT: The perfect gift for foraging enthusiasts to document their expeditions into the wilderness, with space to record the plants and fungi they gather and sketch the ones they don’t recognize.

KEEPSAKE:A personalized resource that both novice and seasoned foragers can return to again and again as they improve their skills and track their progress.

The Peanuts Family Cookbook: Delicious Dishes for Kids to Make with Their Favorite Grown-Ups

by Weldon Owen

Grab your supper dish and head to the kitchen for scrumptious meals with the Peanuts gang! The Peanuts Family Cookbook features 50 delicious recipes that are perfect for junior chefs to prepare with their favorite grown-ups, bringing generations of Peanuts fans together for fun culinary adventures.

With delightful recipes and more than 75 classic comic strips and original illustrations, this is the perfect way to enjoy Charles Schulz’s beloved characters with breakfast, lunch, and, of course, SUPPERTIME!

The Peanuts Family Cookbook includes such yummy delights as:

Warm Puppy Pancakes
French Foreign Legion Toast
Spike’s Des[s]ert Waffles
Poor Sweet (Dutch) Baby
Pig Pen’s Scramble
Eggs “Badcall” Bennydict
Banana Nose Bread Bites
Joe Hunk’s Power Smoothie
Masked Marvel Minestrone Soup
Schroeder’s Fruit Medley
Joe Shlabotnik’s Baseball Snack
Beagle Scouts Trail Mix
Lucy’s Lemon-Aid
Snoopy’s Golf Club Sandwich
Miss Othmar’s Favorite Chicken Pie
Linus’s Pigs in a Blanket
José’s “Swedish” Meatballs
Camp Kamp Chili Chow
Sloppy Joe Cool
Frieda’s Naturally Curly Pesto Pasta
CorMac and Cheese
Charlie Brownies
Tapioca’s Pudding
The Great Pumpkin Pie
Harold Angel Food Cake
Violet’s Deluxe Mud Pie
Franklin’s Frozen Fruit Crush
Peggy Jean’s Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Hearts
Sweet Babboos
Snoopy’s Christmas Cookies

. . . and more!

The College Cookbook 75 Fast, Fresh, Easy & Cheap Recipes

by Weldon Owen

The cookbook that every college student needs! Simple and delicious, easy-to-follow, few ingredient, cost-and-time-efficient recipes for college students with no time, no money, and limited knowledge of how to cook for themselves.



Think outside of the (mac & cheese) box! Eating on a budget and with no time to cook doesn’t mean one can’t eat well. With this collection of quick and easy recipes, college students and other time-challenged, budget-conscious cooks can easily prepare low-cost, fresh-tasting dishes—whether they have access to a kitchen or are limited to the dorm kitchenette.

Step-by-step, no-fail, fresh and delicious recipes include make-ahead tips, shopping lists, and cooking time for easy reference. Lots of simple tips for stretching easy preparations to many meals. Instagram-worthy photos and lots of fun graphics offer inspiration.

Sample recipes include:
One-Dish Frittata 3 Ways; Best Breakfast Sandwich; Complete Breakfast in a Microwave; Chicken Tortilla Soup; Easy Restaurant-Style Ramen; Chinese Chicken Salad; Superfood Kale Salad;Veggie Toasts; Fully-Loaded Nachos; Israeli Couscous with Vegetables; Fresh Summer Rolls; Roast Chicken – 1 ingredient 4 ways; Yellow Chicken Curry; Mom’s Turkey Meatloaf; Beef & Broccoli Stir-fry; One-Pan Soy-Glazed Salmon; Easy Skillet Lasagna; Penne with Quick Cauliflower Pesto; Apple Crumble; Ultimate Chocolate Brownies; 2-Ingredient Nutella Souffle.

Chapters include:

1. Breakfast
2. Soups & Salads
3. Snacks, Sides & Small Plates
4. Dinner

The Magnificent Book of Night Creatures

by Weldon Owen, Camilla de la Bedoyere

Explore fascinating nocturnal creatures with the bestselling Magnificent Book of series. Stunning illustrations, fun facts, and a detailed map bring the subject to life for readers 8-12.

From the Egyptian fruit bat to the black-crowned night heron, The Magnificent Book of Night Creatures shows how the animal kingdom comes to life after the sun goes down with stunning and accurate original illustrations. With full-color, poster-size art, intriguing facts, and a map at the back, this is the ideal reference for animal lovers of all ages.

The Art of the National Parks (Fifty-Nine Parks) (National Parks Art Books, Books For Nature Lovers, National Parks Posters, The Art of the National Parks)

by Weldon Owen, Fifty-Nine Parks, Theresa Pierno, JP Boneyard

Explore the majesty of the National Parks through the eyes of contemporary artists.

ART OF THE NATIONAL PARKS is a beautiful art book that displays the unique beauty of each U.S. National Park, as captured by the Fifty-Nine Parks Print Series.

Fifty-Nine Parks collaborated with some of the world’s foremost contemporary artists and designers to create original posters that celebrate the unique beauty of the U.S. National Park system. The wildly popular poster art that resulted is now available as a collection for the first time in this gorgeous art book.

A contemporary take on the W.P.A. posters of the 1930s, each poster is a unique and original reflection of the talent and perspective of the contemporary artist who created it, resulting in a one-of-a-kind tribute to the majesty of the national parks.

Includes art of the Top Ten Most Visited National Parks as rated by the National Park Service: (1) Great Smoky Mountains, (2) Grand Canyon, (3) Rocky Mountain, (4) Zion, (5) Yosemite, (6) Yellowstone, (7) Acadia, (8) Grand Teton, (9) Olympic, and (10) Glacier.
Filled with Facts: Includes a comprehensive history and overview of the flora, fauna, and best sights in each park.
Travel Guide: With seasonality and travel tips, Our National Treasure: The Art of the National Parks can also be used as a guide for visiting the national parks.
Gift for Nature Lovers: An ideal gift gift for armchair travelers, national park enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates contemporary art and design.
Each Book Gives Back: Sales benefit the National Park Service.

“Highlights the unique beauty of each national park” –SierraClub.com