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    103 Books
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    January 1993
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    June 2022
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Multi-Author Series List

Alvin and the Chipmunks

A Chipmunk Christmas (Sep-2012)
Alvin and the Chipmunks (Sep-2012)

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Activities to Go (Sep-2015)

Famous Characters: Wonder Woman

You Are My Wonder Woman (Apr-2019)

Famous Characters: Batman

Batman: Metal Die-Cast Bat-Signal (Jul-2017)

John Deere

Allie Gator's Halloween Ride (Sep-2006)
Barney Backhoe's Big Idea (Feb-2009)
Johnny Tractor and the Hide-and-Seek Cat (Feb-2009)

Marvel's Spider-Man

The Postcard Book (Sep-1995)

Book List in Order: 103 titles

  • The Mammoth Book of Fantastic Science Fiction: Short Novels of the 1970s

  • The Mammoth Book of Golden Age Science Fiction: Short Novels of the 1940's

  • The Mammoth Book of New World Science Fiction: Short Novels of the 1960's

    VERY GOOD ++ SOFT COVER, CLEAN BOOK. SHIPS FROM WA- USPS. EXPEDITED SHIPPING AVAILABLE. CARROLL & GRAFF, 1991. FIRST CARROLL & GRAF EDITION. This volume follows the collections of novels from the 1930s, 40s, and 50s as well as short novels from the 6...

  • The Mammoth Book of Great Detective Stories

    Now expanded to include in one volume four complete collections of detective stories compiled by the master anthologist Herbert van Thal, this extraordinarily popular Mammoth Book adds nine more tales by major mystery writers to its suspenseful pages...

  • The Mammoth Book of Spy Thrillers

  • The Mammoth Book of Classic Science Fiction

  • The Mammoth Book of Vintage Science Fiction

  • The Mammoth Book of Modern Crime Stories

  • The Mammoth Book of Modern Science Fiction: Short Novels of the 1980's



  • The Postcard Book

    Marvel's Spider-Man

  • Tomorrow

    Printed on deluxe recycled parchment paper, the best-selling Running Press journals are enhanced by lovely 2-color illustrations. Nearly all journals are highlighted by thoughtful, provocative, often witty quotes. Ample space is provided in each, all...

  • Erotica III: An Illustrated Anthology of Sexual Art and Literature

    The third illustrated anthology of erotica takes the reader on a journey through four centuries of erotic literature and art. Part one, 'The libertine imagination', fuels libidinous fantasies. Part two, 'Dreams of empire', concentrates on the undergr...

  • Xmas

    What treat do we leave for Santa on Christmas Eve? Match the puzzle pieces and find out if you are correct. These colorful board books challenge eager young minds to match individual plastic puzzle pieces wit the pictures on each page. 5 color illust...

  • The Illustrated History of Erotica

  • Firebrands: The Heroines of Science Fiction and Fantasy

  • Irish Myths and Legends

    Lady Gregory's translations of ancient Celtic stories inspired a generation of writers, including W. B. Yeats, whose original foreword to Gods and Fighting Men is abridged for this classic miniature version. A perfect gift for all lovers of literatur...

  • Dinosaurs: Fit-a-shape

    Fit-a-Shapes are better than ever! We've considered bookseller's and parent's constructive suggestions on how to improve our already popular Fit-a-Shape books, and are now relaunching this proven line of activity books for preschoolers in a totally r...

  • Aroused

  • Murder, My Dear Watson

    Eccentric, coldly rational, brilliant, doughty, exacting, lazy—in full bohemian color the world's most famous literary detective and his loyal companion Dr. John Watson investigate a series of previously unrecorded cases in this second collectio...



  • Murder, My Dear Watson

    The game's afoot! Read all-new Sherlock Holmes stories and speculative essays, praised as "of the highest order and should be required for every Sherlockian shelf" (Rocky Mountain News). Eccentric, coldly rational, brilliant, doughty, exacting, lazy-...

  • The Classic Tales of B'rer Rabbit

    Follow the adventures of crafty B'rer Rabbit and his friends in seven playful folktales with roots in traditional African stories. Told and retold for hundreds of years, this young-reader's version of these folktales retains the original humor and wi...

  • The Little Book Of Counting Sheep

  • Barefoot Chic

    Move over mendhi tattoos: the hottest trend in accessories is foot jewelry-a chic, beaded strap that wraps around the ankle and index toe, evoking the footwear of belly dancers. Nothing's more stylish for women of all ages, at the pool or the beach. ...

  • Case of the Missing Glasses

    Kids love games. Kids love stories. Together, they form an irresistible combination. The Let's Read and Play series of interactive storybooks features some of the best-selling products from Hasbro, longtime experts on children's play -- the same ones...

  • Mice, Morals, & Monkey Business

    Award-winning illustrator Christopher Wormell brings his vivid artwork to the classic Aesop's Fables, a cornerstone of children's literature, in a visual feast to delight both children and adults. Gorgeous linoleum block prints illustrate a key momen...

  • Stirring Up a Storm

  • Easter Bunny's Egg Hunt

    Easter Bunny has hidden his Easter eggs, and it's up to young readers to hunt for them! Each exciting interactive page features multiple acetate windows that reveal animal friends and hidden eggs at the pull of a tab. These delightful holiday titles ...

  • Silly Goose's Lost Easter Eggs

    Silly Goose has hidden her Easter eggs, and it's up to young readers to hunt for them! Each exciting interactive page features multiple acetate windows that reveal animal friends and hidden eggs at the pull of a tab. These delightful holiday titles a...

  • Amazons

    An erotic, frequently funny, and disturbing anthology of stories. These tales are told by a wide variety of writers, reflecting a range of viewpoints and story styles. They play with the erotic theme of the Amazon, expounding upon and deconstructing ...



  • More Extreme Stories about Extreme Sex

    "Following up on the overwhelming success of the first volume comes this second, containing more tales of extreme sex. Sex on the edge is the theme of this unique collection that goes way beyond silk and satin, candlelight and lingerie. There is leat...

  • Garden of the Perverse

    We all grew up with weird tales from the Brothers Grimm, the charming Disney stories, and the other childhood rhymes and verses. But even when we first heard them, we questioned the obscure motivations of the principal characters. Our curious minds w...

  • Jack O'Lantern's Trick Or Treat

    Kids will be drawn to this bright, cheerful novelty book, which is packed with action! Each exciting interactive page features multiple acetate windows that reveal Halloween tricks and treats at the pull of a tab. This delightful book also reviews ba...

  • Allie Gator's Halloween Ride

    John Deere

    Halloween is here and it s Allie Gator s turn to pull the hayride and help people find the perfect pumpkin. But a black cat keeps crossing her path and that worries Allie. Didn t Corey Combine and J.T. say black cats are unlucky? Not this one-she hel...

  • Cream

  • Lady Faulcon's Rogue

  • Santa Claus is Coming to Town

    This heartwarming tale of how Kris Kringle became Santa Claus and chose to spread joy to children everywhere features full-color images from the beloved stop-motion animation television special....

  • Santa's Christmas Surprise

    Kids will be drawn to this bright, cheerful novelty book, which is packed with action! Each exciting interactive page features multiple acetate windows that reveal Santa's surprises at the pull of a tab. This delightful book also reviews basic concep...

  • Talk to the Hand

    "The dog ate my homework.” "My little sister did it!” "But everyone else is doing it!” If your excuses are sounding a bit stale, but you're still getting into tight spots, consider this kit your saving grace! With a few, simple lessons, you'...

  • The Apocalypse Reader

    These are the ways the world ends. Thirty-four new and selected Doomsday scenarios: an enthralling collection of work by canonical literary figures, contemporary masters, and a few rising stars, all of whom have looked into the future and found it mi...



  • The Nutcracker

    Snowflakes aren't the only things that dance at Christmastime. So do nutcrackers, little girls, mouse-kings, and toys! In this beautiful edition of the classic story we love so much, none of the little characters ever age or become faded or threadbar...

  • What's that Sound, Allie Gator?

    Allie Gator loves to listen to the exciting sounds around Merriweather Farm, from the rooster's cock-a-doodle-doo, to the vroom of Johnny Tractor's engine and the gentle pitter-patter of the sprinkler in the garden. Kids will love reading along as Al...

  • Barney Backhoe's Big Idea

    John Deere

    Barney Backhoe sees children playing and has an idea for a wonderful surprise. But he wants to keep his idea secret until his project is finished. His friends wonder why Barney is collecting branches, paint, wood, shingles, and other bits of debris. ...

  • Johnny Tractor and the Hide-and-Seek Cat

    John Deere

    Johnny Tractor and Allie Gator are ready to feed the animals on Merriweather Farm, but they can't find Midnight the cat. They search all over, from the barnyard and the apple orchard to the cornfield and the meadow. Lift the 50 sturdy flaps as you he...

  • Strawberry Shortcake: Berry Best Friends

    No one knows better than Strawberry Shortcake and her pals how sweet it is to have best friends. The berry merry world of vintage Strawberryland is captured in this mini book that comes packed with visions of friendship in the art of Strawberry, Blue...

  • Nanovor

    It's "Prank Week” at Hanover High -- not an official school event, but a long-held student tradition, where class pranks class, club pranks club, and students prank students. As the Lab Rats and the Snake Pit engage in a escalating war of practic...

  • Harry Potter Hedwig Owl Kit and Sticker Book

    Hedwig was a gift to Harry Potter and the most resourceful of Snowy Owls, delivering messages throughout the film series and a constant companion to Harry. A deluxe keepsake of Hedwig with a removable-lid cage comes in this package alongside a 16-pag...

  • How to Raise a Dinosaur

    Just about every youngster at one point or another desperately wants a pet. Little do people know that just like cats, dogs, and hamsters, dinosaurs make great pets, too! How to Raise a Dinosaur is a unique novelty book complete with a die-cut jacket...

  • My Shining Star

    The theme of stars instills the idea of achievement by comparing stars with the abilities of children. With rich melodic words and vivid illustrations, this die-cut board book with reflective mirror is sure to become an instant favorite....

  • Brave New Love

    Young love has always had its challenges, but even so, the world falling apart at its seams is a pretty big obstacle. This stellar collection of YA dystopian tales explores survival of the fittest in terms of love, passion, and humanity. When the sur...



  • Steampunk

    Everyone is familiar with Mary Shelley's classic novel, but no one has read it like this! Frankenstein is the long celebrated gothic tale of a science experiment gone awry. But in this brand-new edition, Shelley's haunting horror story is transformed...

  • Cornered

    It does not necessarily take a fist to create a punch in the gut. This fourteen-story YA fiction anthology delves into the experience of being bullied -- socially, emotionally, physically, psychologically, and sexually. The school hallways, walks hom...

  • Cornered: 14 Stories of Bullying and Defiance

    It does not necessarily take a fist to create a punch in the gut. This fourteen-story YA fiction anthology delves into the experience of being bullied -- socially, emotionally, physically, psychologically, and sexually. The school hallways, walks hom...

  • Alvin and the Chipmunks

    Alvin and the Chipmunks

    In A CHIPMUNK CHRISTMAS, Alvin, Simon, and Theodore have an unforgettable holiday that ends with them singing at Carnegie Hall. Throughout the story, they sing their own inimitable renditions of beloved Christmas songs. In this ultra-deluxe retelling...

  • Willful Impropriety

    The Season has finally arrived, filled with the magnificent balls, scandalous gossip, and clandestine romances that every lord and lady in good society has come to expect. But far within the walls of lavish estates and in the dark corners of the city...

  • A Chipmunk Christmas

    Alvin and the Chipmunks

  • If You Hold a Seed

    Something magical happens when you plant a dream with a seed. With plenty of love and patience, they can blossom into an extraordinary gift. To be shared with those you love and those with big dreams, this book encourages us to never give up....

  • Steampunk: H.G. Wells

    No classic work lends itself better to Steampunk illustrations than The Time Machine, The War of the Worlds, and "The Country of the Blind," written by H.G. Wells, who many consider to be the father of Steampunk itself. Wells's tales of time travel a...

  • Be Brave: Peanuts Wisdom to Carry You Through

    Featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, and the whole Peanuts gang, Be Brave: Peanuts Wisdom to Carry You Through provides encouragement when facing new experiences. Each beloved Peanuts character is illustrated with inspirational messages (such as "...

  • Be Kind: Peanuts Wisdom to Carry You Through

    Featuring a collection of inspirational values (such as "Be generous" and "Be compassionate") illustrated with favorite characters from the Peanuts gang, this pocket-sized book makes a thoughtful gift for someone being on the giving or receiving end ...

  • Apollo Has a Bad Day

    Lots of things are going wrong for Apollo today. When he is feeling too angry to sleep, he and the Pajanimals travel to The Night Sky. The Moon reminds Apollo that though there are bad days, tomorrow is always a brand new day!...

  • Cowbella and the Bad Dream

    Cowbella is afraid she’s going to have a bad dream and doesn’t want to go to sleep. The Pajanimals travel to the Friendly Forest where Jerry the Bear assures Cowbella that if her imagination can make scary thoughts, it can also make happy thought...

  • Cyberman Bust and Illustrated Book

    Officially licensed by the BBC, this kit includes a bust of one of the Doctor arch enemies#151;the Cybermen, plus a 32-page book on Doctor Who''s history with the Cybermen, featuring full-color photos throughout....

  • It's Apollo's Special Day

    Tomorrow is Apollo’s birthday and the Pajanimals are excited to celebrate--all except for Cowbella. She wishes that it was her birthday so she can get all the cake and presents. But when they visit Mr. Happy Birthday in Birthday Land, Cowbella disc...

  • Squacky Is Afraid of the Dark

    Squacky is afraid to go to sleep in the dark. Luckily, the rest of the Pajanimals know just what to do! They travel to The Night Sky where the Moon reminds him that he is always shining bright and watching over the Pajanimals....

  • Sweet Pea Sue Makes a New Friend

    Sweet Pea Sue can’t sleep at bedtime because she’s scared of a picture of an octopus she saw in a book. When the Pajanimals go to the Big, Blue Sea, they meet Ellie, a real octopus. To Sweet Pea Sue’s surprise, Ellie is scared of the Pajanimals...

  • Sweet Pea Sue Misses Mom and Dad

    Sweet Pea Sue can’t sleep because she wants to be in Mom and Dad’s bed. When the Pajanimals travel to The Night Sky, she remembers that Mom and Dad are always close by if she needs them, and that the Moon is there watching over them....

  • Squacky and the Gift of Christmas

    The Pajanimals are excited that Christmas is coming! Squacky really hopes he gets the new Fantastic Splash Super Sub, but then becomes worried that Santa won’t bring it. The Pajanimals travel to The Night Sky where the Moon reminds Squacky that Chr...

  • Shakespeare: The Bard's Guide to Abuses and Affronts

  • Let's Bundle Up and Go!: A Lift-The-Flap Guessing Game

    Take a magical ride with the Pajanimals! Cowbella, Squacky, Sweet Pea Sue, and Apollo each show what they like to do before they go to bed, where they like to travel, and who they can go visit! The Pajanimals' special fantasy lands are featured in th...

  • No Fun Without Sleep!

    Cowbella does not want to go to sleep because she is worried that everyone is having fun without her after bedtime. When the Pajanimals visit Mr. Moon, he takes them around town to show Cowbella that everyone is sleeping safe and sound in their beds,...

  • Edgar Allan Poe

    This entertaining anthology includes four of Edgar Allan Poe's most popular tales of terror (The Masque of the Red Death, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Cask of Amontillado, and The Black Cat) and a selection of his haunting poetry reprinted in full, along...

  • A Treasury of Christmas Classics

    "The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in the hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there." Celebrate Christmas with three holiday favorites, "The Nutcracker," "The Twelve Days of Christmas," and "The Night Before Christmas" in this exq...

  • Madeline

    Bon Jour! Life is an exciting journey and who better to accompany us on our adventures than Madeline? This classic and collectible kit includes a charming silver-plated Madeline pendant and chain, two full-color magnets, and a book with eight full-c...

  • The Mammoth Book of Steampunk Adventures

    Looking to the future through the lens of the past, here is a second fantastic collection of over 30 typically anarchic mash-ups that push the boundaries of steampunk from the same editor of the bestselling Mammoth Book of Steampunk. Includes an intr...

  • Game of Thrones

    Game of Thrones: In Memoriam is a tribute to some of the most memorable characters that have died during the course of the first four seasons. The book includes quotes, brief character profiles, and is fully illustrated with series photography throug...

  • Activities to Go

    Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

    Create, imagine, and play on-the-go with Daniel Tiger! This activity pack comes with: 2 activity books for coloring and drawing 1 large poster to color 6 crayons Stickers ...

  • Harry Potter

    Collect your own one-of-a-kind keepsake replica of the Quidditch trunk, complete with bludgers, quaffle, and snitch! Set includes:

    • 1 Quaffle
    • 2 Bludgers
    • 1 non-removable Snitch
    • 16 x 24-inch full-color poster
    • All packag...

  • The Hound's Helmet

    "Commemorate one of the legendary characters from Game of Thrones with this finely detailed collectible mini replica of The Hound''s helmet. Kit includes:

    • 3-1/2"" Hound''s Helmet replica (with hinged jaw) mounted on a stand
    • 11-7/8 x 7-...

  • Tiny Blessings

    Sweet, simple bedtime blessings that encourage thoughtful gratitude for life's daily gifts and wonders. Before going to bed, this warm, gentle board book instills the routine of reflecting on one's daily blessings. With its padded covers and intimat...

  • Tiny Blessings: For Giving Thanks

    Sweet, simple blessings that encourage thoughtful gratitude for life's daily gifts and wonders. This accessible, wholesome board book is perfect for teaching babies and toddlers how to count their blessings every day. With simple, graspable text tha...

  • Tiny Blessings: For a Merry Christmas

    Sweet, simple blessings that encourage thoughtful gratitude during Christmastime. Christmas Blessings are everywhere . . .in the twinkle of sparkling lights, in dreams of glistening snow, with family around the table. Let's be thankful for the peace...

  • Tiny Blessings For a Merry Christmas

    Christmas Blessings are everywhere ... in the twinkle of sparkling lights, in dreams of glistening snow, with family around the table. Let's be thankful for the peace and love this time of year brings! Parents and children will enjoy these simple ble...

  • Tiny Blessings For Mealtime

    Food Provides Many Blessings ... Like helping us grow up strong, filling our house with yummy smells, and bringing us together. Let's give thanks for the food we eat! With thoughtful verse and illustrations that highlight the warmth of home, parents ...

  • A Very Elmo Christmas

    In this deluxe slipcase format, the perfect holiday gift for Elmo fans, Sesame Street's #1 character Elmo celebrates Christmas in "Elmo's 12 Days of Christmas" and "Elmo's Christmas Countdown." These two Christmas classics are together for the first ...

  • Batman: Metal Die-Cast Bat-Signal

    Famous Characters: Batman

    Batman fans can call upon the world's greatest superhero with this high-quality die-cast metal Bat-Signal--projects up to 20 feet! Special features:

    • 5-inch tall authentically detailed Bat-Signal replica
    • Metal construction
    • LED lig...

  • The Story of Christmas

    A long time ago, in the town of Nazareth, there lived a young woman named Mary. One day, an angel appeared before her and told her that she would give birth to a baby. The baby would be the son of God, and she would name him Jesus. Every year, chi...

  • Harry Potter Talking Dobby and Collectible Book

    Fans and collectors of Harry Potter and J. K. Rowling's Wizarding World will love this one-of-a-kind talking collectible of the free elf, Dobby. Kit includes: --3-inch polyresin figure of Dobby, mounted on a base. He speaks memorable lines from the ...

  • The Story of David and Goliath

    A classic tale of bravery and faith in this inspiring retelling of a timeless Bible story. A long time ago, there was a giant named Goliath, who even the toughest soldiers were afraid to fight. But one young boy, David, was very brave, and he foun...

  • The Elf on the Shelf

    Bring The Elf on the Shelf to your fridge or other favorite hangout with The Elf on the Shelf: Magnet Set and Christmas Countdown Calendar! Kit includes:

    • 2-1/2 x 3...

  • Baby Bowie

    Introduce your littlest rocker to the magic and creativity of David Bowie in this delightful book in the new Baby Rocker board book series.

    Shiny lightning bolt. High boots. Spiky hair. Celebrate all that iconic musician David Bowie is abou...

  • Baby KISS

    Introduce your littlest rocker to the glamour and theatricality of KISS in this delightful book in the Baby Rocker board book series.

    Black-and-white face paint. White lights. Pink tongue. Orange fireworks. Celebrate all that encompasses the...

  • Goodnight, Constellations

    Explore the stars and well-known constellations with your baby or toddler in this delightfully illustrated star-filled board book.
    Introduce your little stargazers to the wonders of the cosmos with this charming and whimsical constellations board...

  • Baby Elvis

    Get out your blue suede shoes. It's time to rock n' roll!

    Smooth hair. Rough sideburns. Long jumpsuit. Short lei. Celebrate the King of Rock n' Roll with little ones in this vibrant, playful, and fun board book.
    ...

  • My First Horoscope

    Do you have a little Pisces, Taurus, Leo, or Sagittarius in your house? How do they fit within their zodiac sign? This is the first board book to introduce young babies and toddlers to the signs in the horoscope, with a space to personalize your litt...

  • Somewhere Over the Rainbow

    A whimsical color concept board book that shares a some fun pop music history while teaching children all the colors of the rainbow.

    Preschoolers learning to identify colors will love this whimsical book, while music-savvy parents will love th...

  • The Campaign

    For readers interested in social and political justice comes a new middle grade fiction series about student council, elections, and running a fair and honest campaignAmanda Adams has always dreamed of running for class president. Her mom is a member...

  • Morphing Magical Creatures

    "This spellbinding set of five 2"" x 3"" morphing magnets shows the transformation of normal, everyday beings into mythical, magical beasts:

    • A forlorn woman into a beautiful mermaid
    • A shy bear into a ferocious yeti
    • An un...

  • Deck the Halls

  • Baby Janis

    Introduce your littlest rocker to early concepts through the creativity of Janis Joplin in this fun and entertaining book that is perfect for the next generation of music lovers. Featuring eleven spreads pairing elements of Janis Joplin with simple w...

  • Ghost Trap

  • Flight of the Tooth Fairy The Collective

    There’s a magical sound when a tooth wiggles free. . . . But what happens next?In the black, velvet night, a bright spot appears. It zips through the sky and swoops to your home. And there, in a burst of shimmering fairy dust, a magical story unfol...

  • The Unsinkable Gus Davis The Collective

    Gus Davis is a French bulldog who thinks he can do anything -- even swim. Bean is Gus’s human best friend who thinks bulldogs aren’t designed for the water.Who is right?It turns out, they both are!All it takes is a persistent bulldog and a creati...

  • Mother Goose Car Rhyme

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Running Press has published 103 books.

Running Press does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, The Unsinkable Gus Davis The Collective, was published in June 2022.

The first book by Running Press, The Mammoth Book of Golden Age Science Fiction: Short Novels of the 1940's, was published in January 1993.

No. Running Press does not write books in series.
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