Harley Quinn Breaking Glass by Mariko Tamaki and Illustrated by Steve Pugh Holiday Gift Guide 2019

Harley Quinn Breaking Glass by Mariko Tamaki and Illustrated by Steve Pugh from DC Comics. Outspoken, rebellious, and eccentric fifteen-year-old Harleen Quinzel has five-dollars to her name when she’s sent to live in Gotham City. Harleen has battled a lot of hard situations as a kid, but her fortune turns when Gotham’s finest drag queen, Mama, takes her in. And at first, it seems like Harleen has finally found a place to grow into her most “true true”, with new best friend Ivy at Gotham High. But Then Harley’s fortune takes another turn when Mama’s drag cabaret becomes the next victim in the wave of gentrification that’s taken over the neighborhood.

Doomsday Clock Part 1 by Geoff Johns and Illustrated by Gary Franks Holiday Gift Guide 2019

Doomsday Clock Part 1 by Geoff Johns and Illustrated by Gary Franks from DC Comics. The world of Watchmen collides with the DC Universe in the most shocking story in DC history! Written by master storytellers Geoff Johns and Gary Frank; As the Doomsday Clock ticks toward midnight, the DC Universe will encounter with its greatest threat: Dr. Manhattan. But nothing is hidden from Manhattan, and the secrets of the past, present and future will leave ramifications on our heroes' lives forever.

An Encyclopedia of Tolkien The History and Mythology That Inspired Tolkien’s World By David Day Holiday Gift Guide 2019

An Encyclopedia of Tolkien The History and Mythology That Inspired Tolkien’s World By David Day from Canterbury Classics. The fantasy world of J. R. R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth contains a rich assortment of people, cities, and creatures as well as a deep, intertwined history that spans thousands of years. In this beautifully illustrated, leather-bound volume, best-selling author and Tolkien scholar David Day presents four decades of research and writing on the lands and inhabitants Middle-earth. Sections of this A-to-Z dictionary are devoted to discussion of the battles, history, beasts, and heroes of Tolkien’s stories, and are accompanied by black-and-white illustrations. 

A Dragon on the Roof By Cecile Alix and illustrated by Fred Sochard Holiday Gift Guide 2019

A Dragon on the Roof By Cecile Alix and illustrated by Fred Sochard from Prestel Publishing. A brave young girl, a whimsical house, and a ticklish dragon help young readers see the world through Gaudí’s eyes. Set in Casa Batlló, one of Antoni Gaudí’s most renowned buildings, this joyful story introduces young readers to the architect’s work, inciting their curiosity and imagination along the way.

While her nanny is sleeping, young Paloma hears a noise. She climbs the stairs of her house until she reaches the roof, where a dragon is perched. 

All about the Burger: A History of America’s Favorite Sandwich by Sef “Burger Beast” Gonzalez

All about the Burger: A History of America’s Favorite Sandwich by Sef “Burger Beast” Gonzalez from Mango Publishing.  The history of America’s sandwich is filled with unbelievable journeys and larger-than-life characters. All about the Burger by the burger Beast, Sef Gonzalez, takes you on the road as he explores the fascinating backstory behind the burger. From White Castle to Shake Shack to Bell’s Burger (yes, Taco Bell started as a burger joint, too) and KFC, the entire Americana food landscape has influenced the burgers you enjoy today. Discover how medieval transportation led to the discovery of one of the most popular dishes in the world.