Give Me Love

Yayoi Kusama: Give Me Love documents the artist's most recent exhibition at David Zwirner, New York, which marked the US debut of The Obliteration Room, an all-white, domestic interior that viewers are invited to cover with dot stickers of various sizes and colors. Widely recognized as one of the most popular artists in the world, Yayoi Kusama has shaped her own narrative of postwar and contemporary art. Minimalism and Pop art, abstraction and conceptualism coincide in her practice, which spans painting, sculpture, performance, room-sized and outdoor installation, the written word, films, fashion, design, and architectural interventions. Born in 1929 in Matsumoto, Japan, Yayoi Kusama briefly studied painting in Kyoto before moving to New York City in the late 1950s. In the mid-1960s, she established herself in New York as an important avant-garde artist by staging groundbreaking happenings, events, and exhibitions. Now in her late 80s, Kusama is entering one of the richest creative periods of her life. Immersed in her studio six days a week, Kusama has spoken of her renewed dedication to creating art over the past years: “[N]ew ideas come welling up every day….Now I am more keenly aware of the time that remains and more in awe of the vast scope of art.” Taking The Obliteration Room as its centerpiece, this catalogue reveals, in vivid large-scale plates, the transformation of the space from a clean white interior to a stunningly saturated room, with ceilings, walls, and furniture covered in myriad multicolored stickers put there by viewers over the course of the exhibition. The catalogue also includes beautiful reproductions of Kusama's new large-format paintings from My Eternal Soul series. Ranging from bright and densely pixelated forms, to umber figures with darker blues and muted oranges, these paintings demonstrate the artist's striking command of color, and her exceptional control over balance and contrast. Bold brushstrokes hover between figuration and abstraction; vibrant, animated, and intense, these paintings introduce their own powerful pictorial logic, at once contemporary and universal. The catalogue continues with a selection of new, large Pumpkin sculptures, a form that Kusama has been exploring since her studies in Japan in the 1950s, and which gained prominence in the 1980s, continuing to remain an essential part of her practice. Made of shiny stainless steel and featuring painted dots or dot-shaped perforations that recall The Obliteration Room, these immersive works seem created on human scale, with the tallest measuring 70 inches (178 cm). Vibrant plates capture how color, shape, size, and surface merge in these sculptures and mesmerize the viewer. Texts include a "Hymn to Yayoi Kusama" by art critic and poet Akira Tatehata and a poem by the artist herself.

“Keeping the Joy,” is the inspirational true story of Laetitia Kae’s life—a testament to God’s unwavering love, even in our darkest moments. This captivating autobiography takes you on a profound journey, starting from Laetitia’s humble beginnings in a small South African town to her pursuit of dreams in the vibrant city of Pretoria. As you turn the pages, you’ll walk beside Laetitia through the trials and tribulations that led her to question her worthiness in God’s eyes. Through tragedy, pain, and difficult choices, she grappled with feelings of being ‘lost,’ ‘unseen by God,’ and ‘unusable.’ Yet, against all odds, she discovered that God’s love was ever-present, guiding her towards restoration and protecting her joy. “Keeping the Joy” is more than just a memoir—it’s a spiritual toolkit and a compassionate guide, like a big sister you can carry in your pocket. Laetitia’s narrative is accompanied by personally written worship songs and heartfelt prayers, encouraging you to draw closer to the same God who sustained her through life’s challenges. This book is a must-read for teens, young adults, church leaders, and mentors seeking to channel God’s boundless, nurturing love for all of us. It empowers us to ‘see what He sees’ and find the courage to start anew, no matter how daunting the circumstances.

A fascinating look at the history of the Beatles, from their formative years through the present day, as detailed in hundreds of entries chock-full of information never before shared with the public. The Beatles have sold at least 2.3 billion albums; achieved 6 Diamond, 24 Multi-Platinum, 39 Platinum, and 45 Gold albums in the United States alone; and continue to experience impressive commercial success—now more than at any other time. What is it about this iconic group which continues to draw attention from each successive generation, even more than 40 years after their disbandment? The Beatles Encyclopedia: Everything Fab Four provides casual fans and aficionados alike with a comprehensive study of the historical, cultural, and musical influence of the Beatles, providing hundreds of insightful entries that address the people, places, events, and other details that have contributed to the band's status as a global phenomena.

The Ed Sheeran Ukulele Chord Songbook features every song from the chart-topping albums X and +. Each track has been carefully arranged for Ukulele from the original recordings, in the original keys, this songbook is the perfect collection for anyone looking to learn Ed Sheeran on the with complete lyrics, chord symbols and chord boxes, helping you to perform your own versions as accurately as possible.The acoustic brilliance of Ed Sheeran's two albums perfectly translates to the sound of the Ukulele. Whether it's playing along to the records, having a singalong at a party, or just practising in the park, the quickfire lyrics and rhythmic strumming lends itself very well to the portability and bright sound of the instrument.Song List: - The A Team - Afire Love - All Of The Stars - Autumn Leaves - Bloodstream - The City - Don't - Drunk - Even My Dad Does Sometimes Everything Has Changed - Give Me Love - Gold Rush - Grade 8 - I See Fire - I'm A Mess - Kiss Me - Lego House - Little Bird - The Man - Nina - One - The Parting Glass - Photograph - Runaway - Shirtsleeves - Sing - Small Bump - Sunburn - Take It Back - Tenerife Sea - Thinking Out Loud - This - U.N.I. - Wake Me Up - You Need Me, I Don't Need You

"Between Humans and Animals is a captivating account of one man’s journey into a world where laws are made, manipulated and ultimately broken. Yet former pro-basketball player turned writer/activist, Leinad Reed, is determined to bring justice in places where human cruelty has become all too accepted. Reed, a proponent for those who speak a language different from our own, begins his journey of social change through political activism in New York City’s late night jazz infused West Village. After years of city living, however, he finds himself drawn to the breathtaking mountains and easy living folk of Southern Vermont. This city turned country man inspires those around him to rethink who they are and what they believe through his philosophies, wit, intelligence and compassion. What Leinad discovers about social change is that can and will interfere with the agenda of others in more powerful places. As with any social movement, challenges will arise and there are those who will to go to great lengths to eliminate anyone that threatens their agenda, for good. Throughout his work, Leinad is called to embark on his greatest journey of all; love sustained by trust, friendship and loyalty. Reed takes on social change while the Universe demands self-change. Will Leinad Reed rise to these challenges or will he get benched? This drama/mystery/love story is a dramatic page turner filled with suspense and humor that is hard to put down. You will surely travel to a place that gently stretches your imagination from the macabre to the beautiful and all that is, Between Humans and Animals."