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Emily Winfield Martin

    Emily Winfield Martin vytvára umelecké diela, ktoré čerpajú inšpiráciu z rozprávok, hudby a starých detských kníh. Jej tvorba, často označovaná ako rozprávková a snová, skúma témy fantázie a detstva. Svoje umenie a autorské knihy, v ktorých oživuje svoje svojské snívanie, vytvára v malebnom ateliéri plnom starých hračiek a látok. Jej jedinečný štýl je badateľný v každom detaile, od postáv medveďov po morské obludy.

    Snow and Rose
    The woman in the body: a cultural analysis of reproduction
    The Wonderful Things You Will Be
    The Black Apple's Paper Doll Primer
    Day Dreamers
    Dream Animals
    • Dream Animals

      • 34 stránok
      • 2 hodiny čítania

      Take a bedtime journey with the New York Times bestselling author of The Wonderful Things You Will Be and discover the adventures that await while you dream! You only have to close your eyes And when you snuggle in…. You’ll be carried to your dream tonight On wing or paw or fin Snuggle into bed and discover what your dream animal might be and where it could take you! Could it be a bear who brings you to bake pastries? A fox who ushers you into a magical forest? Mermaids with whom you can sip tea? With a perfect nighttime rhyme and gorgeous illustrations, this book is the ideal addition to any bedtime reading routine. Little ones won’t mind closing their eyes once they learn what wonders await in their dreams. “A rare, enchanting mixture of graceful rhyming verse and adorable, Hummel-sweet illustrations. . . . Nursery-worthy.” –The New York Times

      Dream Animals
      4,6
    • From the New York Times bestselling author of The Wonderful Things You Will Be comes the companion to Dream Animals -- a celebration of the imagination of children who dream both day and night! Emily Winfield Martin shows little ones that letting their imaginations run free will lead them into fantastical day dreams. Whether cloud-gazing or wandering through a museum, reading a book or playing in a tide pool, the children in this board book encounter magical creatures such as dragons, unicorns, griffins, and jackalopes. Whimsical rhyming text accompanies the dream-worthy illustrations.

      Day Dreamers
      4,5
    • The Black Apple's Paper Doll Primer

      • 160 stránok
      • 6 hodin čítania

      Join the creator of The Black Apple, Emily Martin, on a trip through her magical world of paper dolls, imaginary places, and clever craft projects.Inside this book you’ll find 21 sweet, mysterious characters with clothes and accessories all their own—from a busy beekeeper’s daughter to a bird-loving librarian. You’ll also find 16 dolls ready to be designed and brought to life by you! Emily will show you how to draw, paint, and personalize your way to a little paper replica of anyone you’d like.With basic art supplies and the instructions in the book, you’ll also learn to:• Make a custom wedding invitation or holiday card   • Color, cut, paste, and frame a unique family portrait   • Design your own paper clothes, shoes, glasses, and the like   • Cut and fold an armoire for doll-sized clothes   • Build a paper theater using one of the TK illustrated backdrops   • Direct a stop-motion film with jointed paper doll actors   • And so much more! So sharpen your scissors and get ready for a unique and wonderful adventure.

      The Black Apple's Paper Doll Primer
      4,5
    • The Wonderful Things You Will Be

      • 36 stránok
      • 2 hodiny čítania

      The New York Times bestseller that celebrates the dreams, acceptance, and love that parents have for their children . . . now and forever. This is the perfect heartfelt gift for kids of all ages, plus a great choice for baby showers, birthdays, graduations, and other new beginnings! From brave and bold to creative and clever, Emily Winfield Martin's rhythmic rhyme expresses all the loving things that parents think of when they look at their children. With beautiful, lush illustrations and a stunning gatefold that opens at the end, this is a book that families will love reading over and over. The Wonderful Things You Will Be has a loving and truthful message that will endure for lifetimes and makes a great gift to the ones you love for any occasion.

      The Wonderful Things You Will Be
      4,5
    • A bold reappraisal of science and society, The Woman in the Body explores the different ways that women's reproduction is seen in American culture. Contrasting the views of medical science with those of ordinary women from diverse social and economic backgrounds, anthropologist Emily Martin presents unique fieldwork on American culture and uncovers the metaphors of economy and alienation that pervade women's imaging of themselves and their bodies. A new preface examines some of the latest medical ideas about women's reproductive cycles.

      The woman in the body: a cultural analysis of reproduction
      4,2
    • Snow and Rose

      • 224 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania

      A fairy-tale reimagining of Snow White and Rose Red from the New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Emily Winfield Martin. Filled with stunning illustrations. "Emily Winfield Martin — reimagine[s] Brothers Grimm fairy tales, treating delight, with a few grisly bits folded in, as its own reward. The deeper meanings of these stories do emerge, but the pleasure they give is paramount." —The New York Times Snow and Rose didn’t know they were in a fairy tale. People never do. . . . Once, they lived in a big house with spectacular gardens and an army of servants. Once, they had a father and mother who loved them more than the sun and moon. But that was before their father disappeared into the woods and their mother disappeared into sorrow. This is the story of two sisters and the enchanted woods that have been waiting for them to break a set of terrible spells. In Snow & Rose, bestselling author-illustrator Emily Winfield Martin retells the traditional but little-known fairy tale “Snow White and Rose Red.” The beautiful full-color illustrations throughout and unusual yet relatable characters will bring readers back to this book again and again.

      Snow and Rose
      4,1
    • Oddfellow's Orphanage

      • 144 stránok
      • 6 hodin čítania

      New York Times bestselling author Emily Winfield Martin brings a strange and wonderful place to life with her unique style of both art and writing. What do an onion-headed boy, a child-sized hedgehog, and a tattooed girl have in common? They are all orphans at Oddfellow's Orphanage! This unusual and charming chapter book tells an episodic story that follows a new orphan, Delia, as she discovers the delights of her new home. From classes in Cryptozoology and Fairy Tale Studies to trips to the circus, from Annual Hair Cutting Day to a sea monster-sighting field trip, things at Oddfellows are anything but ordinary . . . except when it comes to friendships. And in that, Oddfellows is like any other school where children discover what they mean to each other while learning how big the world really is.

      Oddfellow's Orphanage
      4,0
    • Bipolar Expeditions

      Mania and Depression in American Culture

      • 396 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania

      Exploring the connection between modern life's rapid pace and the perception of bipolar disorder, Martin delves into how the diagnosis shapes personal meaning for individuals. The book examines the cultural dimensions influencing the understanding and experience of the illness, offering insights into its societal implications. Through this lens, readers gain a deeper appreciation of the complexities surrounding mental health in contemporary contexts.

      Bipolar Expeditions
      3,8
    • The Littlest Family's Big Day

      • 38 stránok
      • 2 hodiny čítania

      From the New York Times bestselling author of The Wonderful Things You Will Be, meet Emily Winfield Martin's little forest family and the adventures they have on one very big day. Who is only under 5 inches tall and has just moved to the woods? The cutest and littlest bear family you have ever seen--and their adopted teeny tiny fox tot! What happens when they venture out to explore their new world...? With an easy-to-read story and the careful brushstrokes of Emily Winfield Martin's illustrations, The Littlest Family's Big Day captures the mystery and magic of the woods. Inspired by classic children’s books such as The Littlest Fur Family and Dream Animals, this is a radiant treasure to be cherished for generations.

      The Littlest Family's Big Day
      3,7
    • Wonderful Babies

      • 24 stránok
      • 1 hodina čítania

      From sweet baby to wild baby, from snuggly baby to grumpy baby, this book will capture every parent's heart as it features a diverse and adorable cast of babies in all their moods.The perfect gift for new parents and baby showers.Packed with heartwarming illustrations and playful text that's a joy to read aloud, this book is perfect for introducing different feelings to little babies.From New York Times bestselling author, Emily Winfield Martin of The Wonderful Things You Will Be! comes a brand-new story to delight readers young and old.

      Wonderful Babies
      3,7
    • Die Liebe ist ein Satz mit X

      • 400 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania

      Die große Liebe? Absoluter Quatsch, findet Aubrey. Da braucht sie bloß ihre dauerstreitenden Eltern anzusehen. Oder ihre beste Freundin, die jeden Schwarm gleich für den „Einen“ hält und dann immer wieder bitter enttäuscht wird. So ein Debakel wie mit Webster, der Aubrey vor aller Augen versetzt hat, will sie nicht noch einmal erleben. Er macht ihr schließlich immer noch das Leben schwer mit seinen Sticheleien. Aber dann lernt sie den charismatischen Holland kennen und beschließt, der Sache mit der Liebe doch noch eine Chance zu geben. Blöd nur, dass Holland ausgerechnet Websters Cousin ist. Und der kann es immer noch nicht lassen, sich überall einzumischen … Ein erfrischender Liebesroman für Jugendliche rund um eine verzwickte Dreiecksgeschichte und die Frage, ob es die wahre Liebe wirklich gibt.

      Die Liebe ist ein Satz mit X
      4,7
    • Ein einzigartiger Sommer Im Wegrennen und Verdrängen war die 17-jährige Harper schon immer gut. Deshalb hat sie sich auch von Declan getrennt, ihrem Kindheitsfreund und ihrer ersten Liebe, weil sie Angst hatte, dass sie eine Fernbeziehung nicht aushält. Und deshalb spricht sie im Moment auch fast gar nicht mit ihrer Mutter, die erfahren hat, dass sie Krebs hat. Nun kommt Declan für die Sommerferien aus dem Internat zurück. Und alles an ihm ist anders. Er ist größer, kräftiger und noch attraktiver. Harper muss schmerzlich feststellen, dass er für sie noch immer der Einzige ist. Aber Declan will nicht mehr mit ihr reden ...

      Der Sommer, als du wiederkamst
      3,5
    • Five Ways to Fall Out of Love

      Young Adult-Romance – mit Quote Card in der ersten Auflage

      • 400 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania

      Love Triangle trifft auf Enemies to lovers Die große Liebe … ist eine riesige Lüge! Findet zumindest Aubrey. Nicht nur ihre Eltern streiten sich andauernd, auch ihre beste Freundin erlebt eine romantische Enttäuschung nach der anderen. Und Aubrey selbst hat sich noch nicht ganz von der Demütigung erholt, am Abend des Abschlussballs vor aller Augen von Webster versetzt zu werden. Auf die Liebe kann sie also gut verzichten. Doch als sie auf einer Party den charmanten Holland kennenlernt, gerät ihre Entschlossenheit ins Wanken. Denn, wenn es fünf Wege gibt, um sich zu entlieben, gibt es dann vielleicht noch mehr, um sich zu verlieben? Blöd nur, dass Webster sie dabei einfach nicht in Ruhe lassen kann!

      Five Ways to Fall Out of Love