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It's Not Easy Being Green
And Other Things to Consider
by Jim Henson
In the tradition of The World According to Mister Rogers, a timeless collection of wisdom on life, friendship, individuality, creativity, collaboration and more — from Jim Henson and Friends. There are few things that evoke such a universal feeling of warmth and humor as the work of Jim Henson. In his own words, as well as those of some of his best-known characters like Kermit the Frog and Ernie, we’ll get a... (more)
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The Monster at the End of this Book
by Jon Stone
Many, many adults name this book as their favorite Little Golden Book. Generations of kids have interacted with lovable, furry old Grover as he begs the reader not to turn the page—for fear of a monster at the end of the book. “Oh, I am so embarrassed,” he says on the last page . . . for, of course, the monster is Grover himself! This all-time favorite is now available as a Big Little Golden Book—perfect for... (more)
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Sesame Street Unpaved: Scripts, Stories, Secrets, and Songs
by David Borgenicht
The show that has taught over 70 million of us to count is turning 30! To help celebrate this milestone, Hyperion presents the ultimate insider's tribute to "Sesame Street" — a one-of-a-kind volume that lets readers relive all the classic memories, games shows, animation and parodies through actual scripts, rare photos, celebrity flashbacks and hilarious anecdotes. 400 color photos.
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Before You Leap
A Frog's Eye View of Life's Greatest Lessons
by Jim Lewis
For the first time ever, Kermit the Frog, the world's most famous amphibian shares his own story in a funny, heartfelt book about his life and yours . After telling the tale of his remarkable career, and about all the amazing people (like Jim Henson) and pigs (like you-know-who) he's met along the way, Kermit shares his advice on many of life's milestones: Growing up- Every tadpole must drop their tail. How... (more)
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Street Gang
The Complete History of Sesame Street
by Michael Davis
The story of one of the most important and beloved shows on television—how it got started, nearly failed, and was saved by Elmo When the first episode aired on November 10, 1969, Sesame Street revolutionized the way education was presented to children on television. It has since become the longest-running children’s show in history, and today reaches 8 million preschoolers on 350 PBS stations and airs in 120... (more)
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Jim Henson: The Works - The Art, the Magic, the Imagination
by Christopher Finch
The ultimate gift for Muppet lovers everywhere, this extraordinary tribute celebrates 40 years of Henson's creative genius — from his best-known inventions to his lesser known but equally fascinating notions for everything from designs for futuristic nightclubs and homes to experimental films.
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Jim Henson's Designs and Doodles: A Muppet Sketchbook
by Alison Inches
"These imaginative musings-the work of a man who made an impossible world seem completely plausible-show history in the making."- Booklist Bert and Ernie were once just scribbles on notebook paper, and the original Oscar the Grouch was purple, not green. Before there were Muppets, there were Jim Henson's designs and doodles. This delightful collection of Henson's early drawings serves as a map to the imagination... (more)
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The Muppet Show Comic Book: Meet The Muppets
by Roger Langridge
They're back! THE MUPPET SHOW as written and drawn by the incomparable Roger Langridge! Packed full of madcap skits and gags, The Muppet Show Comic Book is certain to please old and new fans alike! If you have a favorite Muppet, chances are it's featured in this show-stopping collection!
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Tales of a Sixth-Grade Muppet
by Kirk Scroggs
On a scale of one to ten, sixth-grader Danvers Blickensderfer's life is a solid minus two. But he really hits rock bottom when he auditions for the local talent show: his death-defying hula-hooping-ninja tribute to Gonzo the Great is beat out by the world's most obnoxious middle school boy band, Emo Shun. With his daredevil dreams dashed, Danvers goes to bed... and wakes up feeling a little fuzzy-literally!... (more)
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Muppet Robin Hood
by Tim Beedle
The Muppets tell the Robin Hood legend for laughs, and it's the reader who will be merry! Robin Hood (Kermit the Frog) joins with the Merry Men — Sherwood Forest's infamous gang of misfit outlaws — to take on the stuffy Sheriff of Muppetham (Sam the Eagle) and the wicked Gonzo of Gisbourne! Features a cover from David Petersen, the Eisner Award-winning creator of Mouse Guard!
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No Strings Attached : The Inside Story of Jim Henson's Creature Shop
by Matt Bacon
Jim Henson's "Creature Shop" is one of the hottest animatronics companies in the film industry. This is the story of the "Creature Shop", the people who imagine, design, construct and operate the models and of the characters they create such as Babe, the Muppets and the 101 Dalmatian puppies.
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Jim Henson: The Guy Who Played with Puppets
by Kathleen Krull
Sesame Street and The Muppet Show introduced Jim Henson's Muppets to the world, making Kermit the Frog, Oscar the Grouch, and Big Bird household names. But even as a child in rural Mississippi, listening to the radio and putting on comedy shows for his family, Jim recognized the power of laughter to bring people together. On Sesame Street , Jim's Muppets transformed children's television by making learning fun... (more)
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Jim Henson: Puppeteer And Filmmaker (Ferguson Career Biographies)
by James Robert Parish
..."a solid addition for general collections...a useful tool for reports."
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Diva Code, The: Miss Piggy on Life, Love, and the 10,000 Idiotic Things Men Frogs Do
by Jim Lewis
From one of the most famous divas of our time comes The Diva Code: Miss Piggy on Life, Love, and the 10,000 Idiotic Things Men Frogs Do . Over her years of celebritude, Miss Piggy has gleaned, glommed, and garnered much wisdom about what's wrong with everyone else and what's right with her. Now, in the latest book from the Muppets, Miss Piggy is ready to share with vous her best advice on love, fashion, career,... (more)
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Jim Henson's Doodle Dreams: Inspiration for Living Life Outside the Lines
by Jim Lewis
A fascinating look inside the mind of a creative genius and beloved figure, this sure-to-inspire title is filled with Henson's drawings coupled with quotes inspired by his personal sense of optimism. The perfect gift for graduates or for the holidays, this title encourages readers to express their own unique creativity and sense of humor.
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It's Hard Out Here For a Shrimp
Life, Love & Living Large
by Jim Lewis
Pepe the King Prawn is no ordinary shrimp. He's an entrepreneur, a raconteur, a ladies' prawn, a schemer, and a specialist at looking on the bright side of life! Known for his hilarious, uninhibited honesty and his smooth-talking way with the ladies, Pepe has finally written the book everyone has been begging him to publish. (Well, actually they wanted him to publish his little black book. But some things are... (more)
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Miss Piggy's Treasury of Art Masterpieces from the Kermitage Collection
Miss Piggy takes the reader on a tour of her art museum which houses several muppet masterworks including Gainsborough's "Green Boy."
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Farscape Forever!
Sex, Drugs and Killer Muppets
by Glenn Yeffeth
** COMPLETELY UNAUTHORIZED ** Science fiction and fantasy authors analyze every aspect of the innovative, action-packed, and always surprising science fiction television series Farscape in this innovative and irreverent essay collection. Contributors include Martha Wells on characters Crichton and D'Argo's buddy relationship, P. N. Elrod on the villains she loves to hate, and Justina Robson on sex, pleasure,... (more)
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Investigating Cult TV
Investigating "Farscape"
Uncharted Territories of Sex and Science Fiction
by Jes Battis
"My name is John Crichton. I'm lost . An astronaut. Shot through a wormhole. In some distant part of the universe. I'm trying to stay alive . Aboard this ship. This living ship . Of escaped prisoners." During its fourth and--for the present--final season, Farscape was the Sci-Fi Channel's highest rated original series. With its dedicated fan-base, Farscape seasons are still top-billing Sci Fi DVDs. ... (more)
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My Life as a Furry Red Monster: What Being Elmo Has Taught Me About Life, Love and Laughing Out Loud
by Kevin Clash
Meet Kevin Clash, the man behind the Muppet and the unassuming heart and soul of Elmo. At last, the puppeteer who has performed Elmo for nearly twenty years comes out from behind the stage to share his story. Weaving together his memories of growing up with the life lessons gained from his furry red alter ego, Kevin reveals himself to be as caring, and as eager to grow and learn and love, as the very special... (more)

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