Book of the Day Posted Dec 11, 2025

Book of the Day: Squeeze Me - Lemon Recipes & Art

From the publisher: "In the hands of Rogers and Ruscha, the humble lemon is transformed into the ultimate kitchen hero. Packed with fifty inventive recipes, the book casts the lemon as the star of sweet and savory dishes alike. Whether you are whipping up a creamy risotto al limone, baking a showstopping lemon tart, or brightening a salad with a burst of citrus, Rogers’s signature style makes every recipe, from appetizers to mains, approachable and unforgettable. Elevating this journey is the singular artistry of Ed Ruscha, whose images, created specifically for this project, transform this book into a visual delight. Ruscha’s style is both visually accessible and intellectually layered and invites viewers to appreciate the beauty in the very ordinary and mundane. Known for documenting a single subject in intensive detail, a Ruscha book is an instant collectible."
Book of the Day Posted Dec 05, 2025

Book of the Day: The Mattel Archive

From the publisher: "An original and definitive illustrated history of Mattel, told playfully through the pages of the beautifully designed catalogs with which it announced the introduction of its iconic toys. A book that will tug nostalgic heartstrings, and a treasure trove of vintage graphics and illustrations for design lovers. Celebrating eighty years of the most influential toy company in the world, this landmark publication is a captivating journey through the vibrant history of Mattel, a name synonymous with imagination and creativity for generations. Beautifully illustrated with full pages from Mattel’s original printed catalogs—design objects in themselves, with a wealth of imagery and typography that reflects the style of each passing decade—the book chronicles the evolution of the company from its humble beginnings in 1945 to its status today as a global leader in the toy industry. Encompassing the evolution of a remarkable archive of toys—with special focus on those universal icons of childhood, Barbie, Hot Wheels, and Fisher-Price—the book reveals behind-the-scenes stories of the visionaries who brought these toys to life, and explores the cultural impact they have had on children and families worldwide. The Mattel Archive not only celebrates the toys themselves but also the memories they’ve created. Perfect for toy enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone with a sense of wonder, this book invites readers to rediscover the magic of play and the lasting legacy of Mattel—where every toy tells a story." Book of the day. From Rizzoli.

Book of the Day Posted Dec 04, 2025

Book of the Day: Ren Hang - "For My Mother"

From the publisher: "Jet black hair, porcelain skin, bright red lips and fingernails; figures gazing intensely into the camera; young men and women posing acrobatically with bizarre props; animals and plants in the glaring light of the camera’s flash, situated in urban landscapes, private spaces, or in nature, among rice fields, lotus ponds, and cacti — Ren Hang’s photographs are painfully provocative, but also inward looking and dreamily surreal. Ren Hang depicts the human body as an abstract form, often in idiosyncratic arrangements and perspectives, combining iconic images of William Shakespeare’s dying Ophelia in a river; of Leda, daughter of a Greek king, and the Swan; and of female nudes seen from behind using a distinctive visual vocabulary that draws on abstraction, Surrealism, Dada, and both historic and contemporary photography. Ren Hang’s analog photographs use a playful, humorous visual language to relate the feelings, desires, fears, and loneliness of a young generation in China." Book of the day.
Book of the Day Posted Dec 03, 2025

Book of the Day: "Women - Icons by Oscar"

From the publisher: "The most stunning images from the archives of New York glamour photographer Oscar Abolafia! After the highly successful first book Icons by Oscar, a new book is now released, showcasing numerous iconic women who appeared before his lens throughout his career as a glamour photographer starting in the 1960s. Stars like Sophia, Cher, Twiggy, Madonna, Audrey, and many more. A collection of extraordinary, intimate photos by one of the greatest photographers of his time!" Book of the day, ohmigod!
Book of the Day Posted Nov 28, 2025

Book of the Day: Alex Da Corte

From the distributor: "This volume accompanies Venezuelan American artist Alex Da Corte's (born 1980) ambitious 2025 presentation at Glenstone Museum. It marks the first installation of Rubber Pencil Devil (Hell House) (2022), a 17-foot-tall neon-covered house commissioned by Glenstone that holds Da Corte's groundbreaking video work Rubber Pencil Devil (2018), originally presented at the 57th Carnegie International. At nearly three hours long, the video is composed of 57 vignettes that reflect on the concept of 'America' through uncanny, tender and at times violent scenes. Including previously unpublished archival documents alongside comprehensive new photographs of costumes, props and installations, this volume marks the first in-depth study of Rubber Pencil Devil. Ingrid Schaffner and David Getsy expand upon Da Corte's artistic trajectory over the past two decades, while author Simon Wu uses the artwork as a point of creative departure for an original piece of fiction." Book of the day!
Book of the Day Posted Nov 20, 2025

Book of the Day: Wes Anderson - The Archives

From the distributor: "An archive is always a time machine, but the archives of Wes Anderson take us on a journey not just through time, but through layers of stories and the experiences of storytelling—on paper and on film. This volume chronicles these stories with a deep dive into Anderson's personal archive, celebrating his 30-plus years in cinema. From the start of his career, he has maintained a rich library of notebooks, drawings, paintings, Polaroids, props, puppets, sets and costumes from his films. Presented here, these objects are enhanced and illuminated by Anderson's long-time collaborators, including actors Owen Wilson, Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson and Tilda Swinton; composer Alexandre Desplat; musician Seu Jorge; and music supervisor Randall Poster. The book also features an extensive interview with Anderson himself, reflecting on his films and working process. Wes Anderson: The Archives accompanies the first retrospective exhibition of Anderson's work, curated by La Cinémathèque française in Paris and the Design Museum in London. It is the first book to be produced in such close partnership with the filmmaker himself."
Book of the Day Posted Nov 13, 2025

Books of the Day: Priscilla and Important Flowers Day Planner 2026

From the publisher, A24: "Book 015 in the A24 Screenplay Collection includes an introduction by Rashida Jones, an essay by Vendela Vida, on-set photography by Sofia Coppola, an excerpt from Elvis and Me by Priscilla Presley, and Polaroids by Sabrina Lantos." Also in store at Arcana now: Sofia Coppola's Important Flowers imprint's new 2026 day planner!
Book of the Day Posted Nov 09, 2025

Book of the Day: The Last Dyes by William Eggleston

From the publisher: "This momentous publication catalogues the last major group of William Eggleston’s photographs to ever be produced using the dye-transfer method, the format in which he originally presented his work. Eggleston’s vivid photographs transform the ordinary into distinctive, poetic images that eschew fixed meaning. One of the foremost practitioners in the medium’s history, Eggleston is widely considered the father of color photography. He pioneered the use of dye-transfer printing for art photography in the 1970s. The technically advanced process—first developed by Kodak in the 1940s—allowed him to achieve the richness of tonal depth and color saturation that he had been searching for. In the early 1990s, Kodak stopped producing the dyes, paper, and film used for this process. With the necessary materials now discontinued, and the bulk of what remained being used for the major group of work presented at David Zwirner in Los Angeles, The Last Dyes marks the final presentation of new works completed in this medium. The publication includes a new essay by Jeffrey Kastner, offering critical insights into Eggleston’s enduring influence at this turning point in the history of photography."
Book of the Day Posted Nov 08, 2025

Book (Calendar) of the Day: Toilet Paper / Walter Chandoha

From the distributor: "Let's meow loud next year! The ToiletWalterPaperChandoha Calendar 2026 presents 13 photographs of sweet, cuddly and sleepy cats by American photographer Walter Chandoha (1920–2019), coedited by the animal-loving duo of ToiletPaper, Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari. Walter Chandoha, one of the world's most famous cat photographers, defined the visual language of cat portraits for over 80 years and took some 90,000 cat photos during his life. Hyperallergic contributor Carey Dunne once called him 'the one cat photographer to rule them all.' His signature lighting technique captured each cat's unique personality, creating timeless, empathetic images that continue to inspire artists and photographers today. Whether hanging in your home or your office (or perhaps both), this downright adorable collection of cats will be sure to leave a smile on your face month in and month out."
Book of the Day Posted Nov 07, 2025

Book of the Day: Ground Rules by Alejandro Cartagena

From the publisher: "Ground Rules is the first comprehensive, fully bilingual survey charting the career of the prolific photographer Alejandro Cartagena. Celebrated for his photobooks Carpoolers (2014) and A Small Guide to Homeownership (2020), Cartagena is known for his formally engaging and socially incisive images that span the politics of the US-Mexico border, suburban sprawl, and the increasing wealth disparities in North America. Ground Rules deploys a diverse array of photographic formats, from documentary and collage to the appropriation of vernacular photographs and AI-generated imagery, all unified by Cartagena’s commitment to addressing Mexico’s most pressing social and environmental issues with humor and pathos. Published to coincide with a mid-career solo exhibition at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, on view from November 2025 through May 2026." Book of the day. (Aperture, 2025)
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