Bøker utgitt av Quirk Books

"A guide to making easy, tasty meals when stressed, burned out, or exhausted, including meal suggestions, accessible preparation methods, and simple recipes"--

Inspiring, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of musicians, including Taylor Swift, Louis Armstrong, Harry Styles, Mariah Carey, Yo-Yo Ma, Paul McCartney, and 10 other influential musicians. Every great musician started out as a kid once-and many discovered their love of music early on. Whether they became world-famous pop stars, groundbreaking jazz artists, or award-winning songwriters, these musicians pushed boundaries and left their mark. In Kid Musicians, tune into the childhood stories of musical legends such as: Beyoncé used to play truth or dare in the middle of the night with the rest of her music group. Dolly Parton sometimes made up her own title, author, and story when she had to give a book report in class. Prince would rush home after school to watch Superman on TV. Taylor Swift grew up on a Christmas tree farm! Featuring kid-friendly text and full-color illustrations, Kid Musicians highlights renowned musicians who have made an impact on the world of music.

During her first trip to Korea, twelve-year-old Yumi discovers a magical ink brush in her grandfather's attic which inadvertently summons a dokkaebi, a creature from Korean fairy tales, and embarks on an adventure through Seoul while navigating newfound powers and the consequences of her magic.

"An exploration of the rejected drafts and abandoned projects of famous authors that dispels the myth of the creative genius and offers lessons for aspiring writers based on these setbacks and missteps"--

"A pop history of notable cults, the attraction of these dangerous groups, and the motivations of those who join them"--

“A delightfully mischievous adventure full of intrigue, betrayal, and a touch of romance. Get ready to join your new favorite rebel crew.”—Dahlia Adler, author of Cool for the SummerA wanted thief. A murdered emperor. A killer loose on the station. Knives Out goes sci-fi in this gripping YA mystery set in space.As an expert thief from a minor moon, Cass knows a good mark when she sees one. The emperor’s ball is her chance to steal a fortune for herself, her ailing father, and her scrappy crew of thieves and market vendors.Her plan is simple:1. Hitch a ride to the planet of Ouris, the dazzling heart of the empire.2. Sneak onto the imperial palace station to attend the emperor’s ball.3. Steal from the rich, the royal, and the insufferable.But on the station, things quickly go awry. When the emperor is found dead, everyone in the palace is a suspect—and someone is setting Cass up to take the fall. To clear her name, Cass must work with an unlikely ally: a gorgeous and mysterious rebel with her own reasons for being on the station. Together, they unravel a secret that could change the fate of the empire.

"A collection of humorous yet practical survival advice from subject experts to help kids survive a range of scenarios, from encounters with dangerous animals to exposure to extreme weather"--

Experience the internationally beloved animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender in a brand new way with this humorous and playful picture book, perfect for readers of all ages.Meet the Cabbage Merchant. A humble farmer, this hardworking man dreams of selling his harvest in the big city of Omashu. But his dreams—and his cabbages—are crushed when the long-lost Avatar returns . . . and upends his cart! Determined to succeed, the Cabbage Merchant hits the road only to run into the Avatar again. And again. And again! Each time, the Avatar and his friends leave destruction and smashed cabbages behind them. Will the Cabbage Merchant ever catch a break?Get ready to yell “MY CABBAGES!” and reunite with your favorite Avatar: The Last Airbender characters—including Aang, Katara, Sokka, Toph, Zuko, and Uncle Iroh—in this delightfully funny tale of perseverance and produce.

"Marshall, a journalist, is sent to a small town to look into an improbable rumor that a horse has given birth to a human baby. As she investigates, she discovers evidence of a murder and becomes drawn into an even deeper and stranger mystery than she expected"--

"A guide to the horror movie genre for people too afraid to watch horror movies, including plot summaries and key scene descriptions for twenty-five influential films, as well as analysis of each film's role in the genre and in pop culture"--

"A highly illustrated analysis of fictional sporting events from twenty-six popular movies, including imagined tickets to the competitions, play maps, and other ephemera"--

"An illustrated nonfiction guide to aliens and UFOs in history, science, and pop culture"--

In order to figure out why robotic versions of history's greatest scientists and inventors keep going haywire, eleven-year-old twins Nick and Tesla create a gadget glove.

"A mystery with gadgets you can build yourself."

"During a Pride celebration, Wendy notices the beginning of an infection that seems to be turning people into zombies. She and others from the local queer community must team up (despite interpersonal tension) to try and stop the outbreak, discover its source, and survive"--

"First edition published by Quirk Books in 2005 as How to Con Your Kid."

"A guided journal to help urban and suburban dwellers connect with, learn about, and meditate on the natural world in their own neighborhood"--

"Childhood biographies of sixteen athletes who have competed in the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games"--

"A handbook for understanding the connections between menstruation and overall wellness, and for using Ayurvedic principles and lifestyle adjustments to improve the experience of menstruating"--

"A collection of survival advice from subject experts on a range of apocalyptic scenarios from practical to fantastic"--

"A pop history of UFOs, aliens, and extraterrestrial encounters, including photographs and illustrations"--

"An illustrated collection of advice and inspirational quotes inspired by opossums"--

"Create a time capsule of your life! More than 200 fun, inspiring prompts help you record who you are right now, so you can share that person with your future child. As a parent-to-be, you're facing a lot of adjustments: new interests, new anxieties, new habits and routines, even a new name--all of them related to your kid. But you're more than just Mom or Dad! You're a unique, vibrant, complete individual--and that won't change, even when the rest of your life does. More than 200 entertaining writing prompts will inspire you to create a perfect gift for a curious kid and teach them that parents are people too."--Amazon.

Eleven-year-old twins Nick and Tesla are living with their eccentric inventor uncle when they decide to investigate the series of robberies that have taken place. Includes instructions for do-it-yourself science projects for children.

"A guide to dating, sex, and relationships for people who avoid drinking alcohol, including prompts for self-reflection"--

Originally published: Philadelphia: Quirk Books, 2013.

"First edition published by Quirk Books in 2011 as Bedbugs"

After traveling from her home planet to Ouris and sneaking into the imperial ball to steal from the galactic elite, expert thief Cass is framed for the unexpected death of the emperor, and must work together withh a mysterious rebel to uncover the true plot and clear her name.

"A guide to incorporating exercise into daily life to improve mental health. The book dispels fitness myths and provides practical advice for building adjustable workout plans, celebrating even minor achievements, and knowing when to rest"--