Gifts for Readers
Treat the reader on your holiday list to a cinematic experience like no other. This collection of must-have books covers everything from the golden age of Hollywood to modern filmmaking techniques. Discover signed limited editions, insider perspectives, and essential guides to costume design, screenplay writing, and more.
- Hardcover volumes brimming with film history and industry insights
- Learn from acclaimed directors, producers, and costume designers
- Explore the art of critiquing films and the craft of screenwriting
- Spark creativity and deepen appreciation for the magic of movies
Whether they're a casual moviegoer or a cinema aficionado, these reader-approved gifts will captivate and inspire. Elevate their holiday with the gift of knowledge, passion, and endless entertainment.
THE BOOK OF HORROR: THE ANATOMY OF FEAR IN FILM, UPDATED EDITION HARDCOVER
The Book of Horror: The Anatomy of Fear in Film, updated edition Hardcover – September 2, 2025 by Matt Glasby (Author), Barney Bodoano (Illustrator) The Book of Horror introduces the scariest movies ever made and examines what makes them so...
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CLINT: THE MAN AND THE MOVIES―A COMPREHENSIVE BIOGRAPHY OF HOLLYWOOD'S MOST ICONIC ACTOR-DIRECTOR
Clint: The Man and the Movies―A Comprehensive Biography of Hollywood's Most Iconic Actor-Director Hardcover – July 1, 2025 by Shawn Levy (Author) From the acclaimed film critic and New York Times bestselling biographer of Paul Newman, a revelatory portrait of...
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FRANKENSTEIN: WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY GUILLERMO DEL TORO HARDCOVER
Frankenstein: Written and Directed by Guillermo del Toro Hardcover – October 21, 2025 by Sheila O'Malley (Author) Explore the enchanting artistry and visionary storytelling behind Frankenstein, directed by Guillermo del Toro, where stunning visuals and insightful commentary reveal the creative...
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ROCKY HORROR SHOW: THE OFFICIAL COLORING BOOK
Rocky Horror Show: The Official Coloring Book Paperback – August 12, 2025 by Titan Books (Author) Revel in over 50 years of outrageous fun as you color your way through the first official Rocky Horror Show coloring book featuring over...
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PONYO PICTURE BOOK
Ponyo Picture Book Hardcover – Picture Book, August 4, 2009 by Hayao Miyazaki (Author, Creator, Artist) Relive the story of Ponyo and S suke in this full-color picture book! Ponyo is a sweet-faced goldfish from a magical realm under the...
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PONYO FILM COMIC ALL-IN-ONE EDITION
Ponyo Film Comic All-in-One Edition Hardcover – July 22, 2025 by Hayao Miyazaki (Creator) Relive the story of Ponyo and Sosuke in this full-color film comic! Ponyo is a sweet-faced goldfish from a magical realm under the sea. One day,...
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THESE FISTS BREAK BRICKS (REVISED AND EXPANDED EDITION)
These Fists Break Bricks (Revised and Expanded Edition): How Kung Fu Movies Swept America and Changed the World Hardcover – July 8, 2025 by Grady Hendrix (Author), Chris Poggiali (Author), RZA (Foreword) From New York Times bestselling author Grady Hendrix...
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THE MAKING OF QUENTIN TARANTINO'S ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD
The Making of Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Hardcover – November 11, 2025 by Jay Glennie (Author), Quentin Tarantino (Introduction) Legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino personally introduces the definitive and official examination of his entire oeuvre with the...
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FLIPBOOK KIT- ANIMATION ACTION
Flip Book Kit - Animation Action - Guide Book, Flip Stories & Stationary, Learn Animation Basics, Kids & Tweens Ages 8+ JUNIOR ANIMATION enthusiasts are in for a treat as they learn how to use flip books to create the...
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WALLACE & GROMIT- THE OFFICIAL COLOURING BOOK
Wallace & Gromit - The Official Colouring Book Paperback – Coloring Book, April 4, 2023 by Aardman Animations Ltd (Author) “Crack out the crayons, Gromit lad, and get coloring” with this inventive new coloring book. The official coloring book from...
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BONG JOON HO: DIRECTOR'S INSPIRATION
NEW ARRIVAL - NOW AVAILABLE! With unprecedented access to the filmmaker's archive and personal collection, Bong Joon Ho: Director's Inspiration features storyboards, notebooks, concept art, models, props, behind-the-scenes photography and more. The book includes a new interview with Bong by...
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JOHN WILLIAMS: A COMPOSER'S LIFE
John Williams: A Composer's Life Hardcover – September 2, 2025 by Tim Greiving (Author) The first biography of a great American composer of the cinema age. John Williams is one of the most important film composers of all time, having...
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ART STARS: LEGENDS OF PRODUCTION DESIGN
Art Stars: Legends of Production Design Paperback – December 6, 2023 by Tom Lisowski (Author) Art Stars–Legends of Production Design is a resource for aspiring filmmakers. Production designers, directors, and cinematographers will all gain filmmaking wisdom from these Oscar-winning legends...
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THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE OF HENRY MANCINI: OFFICIAL GRAPHIC NOVEL
The Extraordinary Life of Henry Mancini: Official Graphic Novel by David Calcano , Christopher Lennertz, et al. | Sep 17, 2024 The Pink Panther theme, Moon River, and Peter Gunn…songs that defined a generation. Henry Mancini wrote some of the...
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CLUELESS: THE OFFICIAL COLORING BOOK
Clueless: The Official Coloring Book Paperback – May 6, 2025 by Jonas Pina (Illustrator) Color in more than 90 pages of your favorite Clueless quotes, characters, outfits, and scenes in this official coloring book based on the classic movie! Ugh,...
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NOUVELLES FEMMES: MODERN WOMEN OF THE FRENCH NEW WAVE AND THEIR ENDURING CONTRIBUTION TO CINEMA
Nouvelles Femmes: Modern Women of the French New Wave and Their Enduring Contribution to Cinema Hardcover – June 3, 2025 by Ericka Knudson (Author) Celebrate the iconic female actors and filmmakers of the French New Wave with a compelling examination...
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ROCKY HORROR: A BEHIND THE SCENES LOOK AT THE CULT CLASSIC
Rocky Horror: A Behind the Scenes Look at the Cult Classic Hardcover – September 30, 2025 by Mick Rock (Author), Tim Mohr (Author), Pati Rock (Afterword), Richard O'Brien (Foreword) From legendary rock photographer Mick Rock, a visual compendium of Rocky...
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STAR WARS: REVENGE OF THE SITH LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith (Star Wars) (Little Golden Book) Hardcover – Picture Book, July 28, 2015 by Geof Smith (Author), Patrick Spaziante (Illustrator) The epic space saga, Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, is finally retold in the...
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STAR WARS ENCYCLOPEDIA: THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO THE STAR WARS GALAXY
Star Wars Encyclopedia: The Comprehensive Guide to the Star Wars Galaxy Hardcover – November 19, 2024 by Dan Brooks (Author), Megan Crouse (Author), Amy Richau (Author), Amy Ratcliffe (Author), Brandon Wainerdi (Author), Dan Zehr (Author), Kelly Knox (Author) Containing more...
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STAR WARS:THE ULTIMATE POP-UP GALAXY
Star Wars: The Ultimate Pop-Up Galaxy (Pop up books for Star Wars Fans) Hardcover – Pop up, October 22, 2019 by Matthew Reinhart (Author), Kevin Wilson (Illustrator) This glorious pop-up book is a fitting tribute to the entire Star Wars...
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STEVEN SPIELBERG: A LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK BIOGRAPHY
Discover the story of legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg in this Little Golden Book biography. An inspiring introduction for young readers, it highlights the director behind iconic films like Jaws, E.T., and Jurassic Park. Author: Geof Smith Publisher: Golden Books ISBN:...
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THE ART OF PONYO
The Art of Ponyo Hardcover – November 5, 2013 by Hayao Miyazaki (Author) An in-depth look at the hand-drawn anime hit! Ponyo, loosely based on Hans Christian Andersen's The Little Mermaid, is a hand-drawn feature-length film of breathtaking beauty and...
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101 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT JAMES BOND 007
101 Things You Should Know about James Bond 007 Paperback – December 20, 2022 by Michael Dörflinger (Author) In this photo-filled compendium of fun facts and fascinating trivia, every aspect of the world's most famous secret agent is explored and...
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A LITTLE BOOK ABOUT MOVIES: QUOTES FOR THE CINEPHILE IN YOUR LIFE (LITTLE BOOKS OF FILMS AND TV)
A Little Book About Movies: Quotes for the Cinephile in Your Life (Little Books of Film & TV) Hardcover – September 15, 2022 by Orange Hippo! (Author, Editor) The greatest movies endure for many reasons: they give us comfort, laughter,...
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THE SCREEN TRAVELER'S GUIDE: REAL-LIFE LOCATIONS BEHIND YOUR FAVORITE MOVIES AND TV SHOWS
The Screen Traveler's Guide: Real-life Locations Behind Your Favorite Movies and TV Shows Hardcover – October 24, 2023 by DK (Author) Put yourself in the movie! Step inside dozens of real-life locations with this gloriously geeky, map-filled compendium. Locations are...
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PIXAR BUDDY BLOCK: THE ULTIMATE CELEBRATION OF PIXAR PALS
Pixar Buddy Block (An Abrams Block Book): The Ultimate Celebration of Pixar Pals Board book – November 8, 2022 by Pixar Studios (Author), Peski Peski Studio (Illustrator) Celebrate friendship with your favorite Pixar pals—including Woody and Buzz Lightyear—in the next...
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THE LITTLE BOOK OF KENERGY
The Little Book of Kenergy Hardcover – December 5, 2023 by Christy White-Spunner (Author) Kenergy. The phrase on everybody's lips. But what actually is Kenergy? And how can you unlock your own Kenergy from within? Kenergy is main-side-kick-character energy. It's...
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EDITH HEAD: THE FIFTY-YEAR CAREER OF HOLLYWOOD'S GREATEST COSTUME DESIGNER PAPERBACK
Edith Head: The Fifty-Year Career of Hollywood's Greatest Costume Designer Paperback – September 19, 2023 by Jay Jorgensen (Author) The definitive history of Hollywood's most legendary costume designer, featuring an insightful biography and previously unseen sketches, ephemera, and photos behind...
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LOVE, QUEENIE: MERLE OBERON, HOLLYWOOD'S FIRST SOUTH ASIAN STAR
Love, Queenie: Merle Oberon, Hollywood's First South Asian Star Hardcover – March 4, 2025 by Mayukh Sen (Author) A beautiful reclamation of a pioneering South Asian actress captures her glittering, complicated life and lasting impact on Hollywood. Merle Oberon made...
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PEARL: THE NOVEL
Pearl Paperback – November 19, 2024 by Tim Waggoner (Author) Based on the film written by Ti West and Mia Goth and directed by Ti West The X-traordinary origin story! It’s 1918, and Pearl, a young woman on the brink...
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DISNEY/ PIXAR THE ART OF INSIDE OUT 2
The Art of Inside Out 2 (Disney/Pixar) Hardcover – May 14, 2024 by Kelsey Mann (Introduction), Disney/Pixar (Artist), Pete Docter (Foreword) This stunning book showcases the art, behind-the-scenes details, and making of the Disney and Pixar animated feature film Inside...
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THE ART OF GLADIATOR II
Gladiator II: The Art and Making of the Ridley Scott Film Hardcover – March 18, 2025 This definitive volume takes readers deep into the extraordinary production of Gladiator II. Exploring the revolutionary special effects and breathtaking artistry that went into...
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I AM ELPHABA (UNIVERSAL PICTURES WICKED)
I Am Elphaba (Universal Pictures Wicked) (Little Golden Book) Hardcover – Picture Book, October 15, 2024 by Mary Man-Kong (Author), Elsa Chang (Illustrator) This Little Golden Book celebrates everything that is special about Elphaba, a misunderstood green-skinned woman, from Universal...
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AMORES PERROS
Amores Perros by Alejandro G. Iñárritu The release of Amores Perros in 2000 heralded the arrival of a master of modern cinema. Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s debut feature presented the fierce realities of Mexico City’s underworld through three interlocking narratives of...
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PAST LIVES SCREENPLAY BOOK
Past Lives Screenplay Book Celine Song A24 The Past Lives Screenplay Book includes an introduction by playwright Lynn Nottage, essays by writers Sloane Crosley and Doreen St. Félix, and a conversation between Celine Song and philosopher Andrew H. Miller. Embossed...
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COCKTAILS FROM THE CRYPT: TERRIFYING YET DELICIOUS CONCOCTIONS INSPIRED BY YOUR FAVORITE HORROR FILMS
Cocktails from the Crypt: Terrifying Yet Delicious Concoctions Inspired by Your Favorite Horror Films Hardcover – November 26, 2024 by Jonathan Dehaan (Author), Kimberley Elizabeth (Author) What’s Your Favorite Scary Cocktail? Curate the ultimate horror movie night with 60 chilling...
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KUBO WINTER SCENE PAINT-BY-NUMBER KIT
Kubo Winter Scene Paint-by-Number Kit Enjoy eight-plus hours of creative tranquility with this Kubo and the Two Strings Paint-by-Number kit from Portland-based Elle Crée. Perfect for ages 13 and up, this kit includes an 8x10 canvas, 12 acrylic paints, 2...
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ACTION! HOW MOVIES BEGAN
Action!: How Movies Began Hardcover – Picture Book, August 23, 2022 by Meghan McCarthy (Author, Illustrator) Movies take us on adventures, introduce us to new worlds, and make us feel, but how did they start? In her trademark easy-to-follow narrative...
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SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE: THE ART OF THE MOVIE
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse: The Art of the Movie Hardcover – July 3, 2023 by Ramin Zahed (Author), Sony Pictures (Illustrator) The instant New York Times bestseller and official behind-the-scenes tie-in book to Sony Pictures Animation’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse....
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STUDIO GHIBLI: ARCHITECTURE IN ANIMATION
Studio Ghibli: Architecture in Animation Hardcover – December 3, 2024 by Studio Ghibli (Creator) A deluxe art book featuring exclusive commentary, sketches, concept art, and paintings detailing the unique architecture in Studio Ghibli’s films.Explore the dazzling animated worlds of Spirited...
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OUT OF THE SHADOWS: HOW LOTTE REINIGER MADE THE FIRST ANIMATED FAIRYTALE MOVIE
Out of the Shadows: How Lotte Reiniger Made the First Animated Fairytale Movie Hardcover – Picture Book, February 8, 2022 by Fiona Robinson (Author) Out of the Shadows is an innovative picture book biography about an unsung hero of early...
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I'LL GET TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS!
I'll Get to the Bottom of This! Hardcover – November 29, 2022 by Daniel Kwan (Author), Sean Lewis (Author) One of two new children's books from Everything Everywhere All at Once director Daniel Kwan, I'll Get to the Bottom of...
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US: THE COMPLETE ANNOTATED SCREENPLAY
Us: The Complete Annotated Screenplay Paperback – September 3, 2024 by Jordan Peele (Author), hannah baer (Contributor), Jamieson Webster (Contributor), Jared Sexton (Contributor), Theaster Gates (Contributor), Mary Ping (Contributor), Shana Redmond (Contributor), Leila Taylor (Contributor) A masterpiece of identity horror...
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STAR WARS CROSSWORD PUZZLES
Star Wars Crossword Puzzles: And Other Word Games from a Galaxy Far, Far Away. . . . Paperback – November 19, 2024 by James Floyd (Author) Explore the galaxy far, far away as never before with the official Star Wars...
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STANLEY KUBRICK'S THE SHINING
Stanley Kubrick's The Shining Hardcover – December 17, 2024 by J. W. Rinzler (Author), M/M (Designer), Lee Unkrich (Editor) “The Shining may be the first movie that ever made its audience jump with a title that simply says, ‘Tuesday,’” proclaimed...
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DO THE RIGHT THING (BFI FILM CLASSICS)
Do the Right Thing (BFI Film Classics) 2nd Edition by Ed Guerrero (Author) Spike Lee's Do The Right Thing (1989) is one of the most popular and celebrated examples of the African-American new black film wave. Set during the hottest...
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GODZILLA 70TH ANNIVERSARY
Godzilla's 70th Anniversary Hardcover – October 29, 2024 by Joelle Jones (Author), James Stokoe (Author), Matt Frank (Author), Adam Gorham (Author), Danny Lore (Author) An anthology of new and beloved Godzilla creators telling tales that get to the heart of...
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GODZILLA: THE OFFICIAL POP UP BOOK
Godzilla: The Official Pop-Up Book Hardcover – Pop up, November 12, 2024 by Matthew Reinhart (Author), Chip Carter (Author), Yuko Shimizu (Illustrator) Unleash the immense power of Godzilla with this pop-up masterpiece by world-renowned paper engineer Matthew Reinhart featuring vintage...
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COUNTING WITH / CONTANDO CON FRIDA
Counting With - Contando con Frida: A Bilingual Counting Book (Lil' Libros) (English and Spanish Edition) Board book – Picture Book, January 2, 2018 Spanish Edition by Patty Rodriguez (Author), Ariana Stein (Author), Citlali Reyes (Illustrator) A Lil' Libros Bilingual...
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