Books

Design a truly unique vacation with 100 intriguing alternatives to more predictable, expensive and overcrowded destinations. These days, many of the world's most beloved places have become expensive and overcrowded, making their celebrated allure that much harder to enjoy. National Geographic's Here Not There helps you create a more robust, off-the-beaten path vacation by revealing 100 alternative destinations to the standard travel playbook—as well as expert tips on when to visit, where to eat, what to see and where to stay. Both surprising and inspiring, Here Not There offers readers a chance to think beyond our typical borders and discover undreamed-of destinations.

Introducing the first-ever official guidebook by RunDisney, the hugely popular road race division of The Walt Disney Company. Plan the most magical ''runcations'' to Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort with this comprehensive guide that includes everything from the basics of running to tips on choosing the right running races for you and your family and what resources are available at the Disney Parks.

Written by Scott Douglas, who writes extensively for Runner's World magazine, it also includes a foreword by Olympian and bestselling author Jeff Galloway, plus expert sidebars by Galloway and Olympian Molly Huddle with tips on training, gear, etiquette and more.

What if Snow White learned magic? What if Mulan became the emperor's advisor? And what if Remy the rat met Colette first? Disney's New York Times best-selling series presents a rich anthology featuring 16 short stories with all-new what-if twists on fan-favorite Disney films.

Groundbreaking Magic is an empowering and moving story of a young woman from South Central Los Angeles (Watts and Compton) who took a chance, defied the odds, and became the first-ever Black American to achieve a half-century-long career with The Walt Disney Company.

Remarkable new discoveries affirm the octopus as one of nature's most intelligent and complex animals in Secrets of the Octopus. Written by Sy Montgomery, the beloved author of the international bestseller The Soul of an Octopus, and enhanced with vivid National Geographic photography, this new book brings us closer than ever to these elusive creatures.

On the 70th Anniversary of Disneyland comes this illustrated history of Walt's original Magic Kingdom. Look back at the theme park that started it all with this ultimate coffee table book for Disney collectors and armchair travelers alike. Brimming with more than 750 images, previously unpublished documents, and concept drawings, it shows how it became The Happiest Place on Earth.

Perfect for budding astronomers, this National Geographic Kids book is an ideal introduction to the out-of-this-world discoveries of the James Webb Space Telescope, full of the mind-blowing images that have captured the imagination of millions!
 

From the years of design and manufacturing through launch and deployment to the extraordinary images and the new science they inform, Infinite Cosmos showcases the revelations coming from the James Webb Space Telescope. It features the sharpest planetary vistas and the deepest views of the cosmos humankind has ever seen.

Discover the little-known history behind Walt's foundational directors such as Wilfred Jackson, Clyde Geronimi and Dave Hand. These talents directed some of the most beloved films of all time including Snow White and Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio and One Hundred and One Dalmatians, yet virtually no one knows their names . . . until now.

In this Star Wars Young Jedi Adventures book join youngling Kai Brightstar and his best friends, Lys and Nubs, on Tenoo as they learn the way of the Force and train to become Jedi Knights! Jedi Training features concept art that inspired the style for the series, and is filled with empowering messages about teamwork and the importance of helping others. Young readers will find the adventure and heart they can only get in a galaxy far, far away.

Dive into the world of Disney's Hocus Pocus with this stunning spell book. Fans of the annual Halloween favorite, Hocus Pocus will love this enchanting title featuring spells, potions, witch history, and more! 

Journey from Motunui across the vast ocean with Moana and her crew in this installment of the beloved Art of Disney series that tells the story behind the art and making of Disney's Moana 2. This stunning book highlights the beautiful development art and paintings from the film's creation—including character designs, storyboards, color scripts and much more—and features exclusive interviews with the creative team along with behind-the-scenes details.

After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced. Perfect for children ages 3 to 7, this Big Golden Book is a retelling of Walt Disney Animation Studios' epic animated musical Moana 2, which takes audiences on an expansive new voyage with Moana, Maui and a brand-new crew of unlikely seafarers.

In this lavish retrospective authored by the icon himself, Elton John shares his fondest memories, most unforgettable moments and previously untold stories from his record-breaking final tour. Farewell Yellow Brick Road is a full-color celebration of Elton John's record-breaking, globe-spanning farewell tour—from Allentown to Auckland, from Sydney to San Francisco. Featured concerts include Elton's dazzling performances at Los Angeles' Dodger Stadium in November 2022, the finale of which streamed live on Disney+.

Written by New York Times bestselling author Denene Millner and illustrated by Mónica Paola Rodriguez, Miles Morales Spider-Man: Through a Hero's Eyes follows Miles Morales as he explores what it means to be an artist, to be Spider-Man and to be himself.

This new updated and expanded edition of 5,000 Awesome Facts (About Everything!) treats kids to brain candy and eye candy all rolled into one treasure trove of fascinating facts on super, sensational topics that kids love. Who knew that there were so many sweet things to learn about chocolate or that a dozen delicious details about peanut butter would show up on a page with a few splotches of jelly to whet our appetites?

Keep turning and a terrifyingly toothy shark tells you all about himself, while other spreads lay out tons of tips on toys and games, mysteries of history, robots and reptiles, sports and spies, wacky words, and so much more! A visual feast of colorful photographs surrounded by swirling, tipping, expanding and climbing bits of information in a high-energy design, this book will satisfy both the casual browser and the truly fact obsessed. 

Fully updated and revised-with 100 brand new excursions, this 2nd edition of The 10 Best of Everything National Parks is an idea-filled guidebook that highlights top-tier adventures across the U.S. National Park System.

America the Beautiful is a glorious book of photography celebrating America's unique natural and cultural treasures with more than 250 National Geographic images from all 50 states, plus commentary from a vaunted group of luminaries who call this country home.

Look Out for the Little Guy is the in-movie memoir by Scott Lang, also known as Ant-Man, that he's written and shared with the world, as seen onscreen in the Marvel Studios film Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania. Hyperion Avenue is proud to bring this book to real life.

Timed for the film's 30th anniversary, Witches Run Amok: Hocus Pocus The Oral History features interviews from the cast and creative team behind the heartwarming Halloween staple. The book is a love letter to Hocus Pocus' millions of devoted fans and a fascinating read for anyone who wants to understand how the Disney movie became a pop culture phenomenon.

In honor of the classic film's 30th anniversary, this one-of-a-kind retrospective details the making of Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas. Featuring interviews with the filmmakers and rare images from the Disney and Tim Burton art collections, this deep dive into the making of the beloved classic includes never-before-released art and photography. This visually stunning coffee table book is a must for collectors and fans alike.

This first-of-its-kind travel guide, Out in the World explores inclusive destinations around the globe where LGBTQIA travelers and their allies can have an uncensored and memorable vacation experience.