{"title":"Books by Matt Kracht","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9781797219905","title":"OMFG, BEES!","description":"\u003cb\u003eGuess what: Bees are incredible. If you don't think so, you're wrong; but you're also in luck! Extreme bee enthusiast and bestselling author Matt Kracht is here to set the record straight with this helpful guidebook to all things bees.\u003c\/b\u003e Are you ready for the ultimate bee book? With lighthearted watercolor and ink drawings, humorous quips, lists, and musings, \u003ci\u003eOMFG, BEES!\u003c\/i\u003e will show you just how important these esteemed bee-list celebrities really are. (Hint: We can't live without them.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Delving into various bee topics, from distinguishing between bees and \u003ci\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e bees (very crucial), to exploring the absolute wonder that is bee behavior (they do a coded dance directing their bee friends to food, for crying out loud!), to divulging the mind-blowing bee-magic behind honey making (within some extremely intricate and precisely constructed hexagonal honeycomb, no big deal), and more, Kracht's ode to bees paints a charming and enthusiastic picture of our favorite pollinators.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bee-autiful full-color illustrations fill these pages that playfully and earnestly examine different kinds of bees, from the honeybee to the teddy bear bee, providing unbelievably cool facts about bees and reasons why they deserve a lot more credit as well as our appreciation and advocacy. Because omfg, BEES!!  BESTSELLING AUTHOR: Matt Kracht is the author of the bestselling \u003ci\u003eField Guide to Dumb Birds \u003c\/i\u003eseries: \u003ci\u003eThe Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America,\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Big Dumb Bird Journal\u003c\/i\u003e. Now, Kracht offers something special for the more insect-inclined audience with \u003ci\u003eOMFG, BEES!, \u003c\/i\u003ean enthusiastic celebration in the same vein as \u003ci\u003eDumb Birds\u003c\/i\u003e, with a little less fowl language and a bit more earnestness. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A FRESH TAKE FOR BEE LOVERS: Most books on bees are serious in tone and highly academic. \u003ci\u003eOMFG, BEES! \u003c\/i\u003eis the first of its kind: a celebratory, funny, and lighthearted illustrated compendium honoring the little guys that preserve humanity as we know it! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A HIGHLY GIFTABLE, QUALITY BOOK: This 5 x 7 inch, 4-color, compact book is packed with both information and humor, making it the perfect gift for novice bee enthusiasts to full-on bee experts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e BEES ARE IMPORTANT, FOR GOOD REASON: Without bees, Earth wouldn't be the same! We \u003ci\u003eneed\u003c\/i\u003e bees. With an active Save the Bees movement erupting in the last few years, people are adamant about bee justice. According to Greenpeace, bees are responsible for one in every three bites of food humans consume—spreading this awareness and knowledge is ample reason to celebrate them!  Perfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e An informative and insanely fun option for anyone seeking books about bees for adults \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e A great resource for general bee enthusiasts, Save the Bees advocates, environmentalists, and beekeepers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of animal humor books and nature shows \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Followers of #BeeTok and popular bee Instagram accounts \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e A buzz-worthy gift for students, aspiring entomologists, gardeners, urban farmers, hikers, and all who want to learn about bees without the academic feel \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Pairing with honey-related gifts for sweet birthday, anniversary, holiday, housewarming, or hostess gift giving \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43128086167730,"sku":"9781797219905","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781797219905_4f9a95ec-0e44-4051-99bf-b3f2ce0ae8f3.jpg?v=1786027139"},{"product_id":"9781797212272","title":"The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World","description":"\u003cb\u003eThis must-have sequel to the bestselling parody book \u003ci\u003eThe Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America\u003c\/i\u003e proves that all birds are fascinating, wonderful, idiotic jerks—no matter where in the world they reside.\u003c\/b\u003e \"Full of NSFW names and descriptions for different species that'll have you LOL-ing even if you never actually go looking for said birds IRL.\"—\u003ci\u003eBuzzfeed\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Following in the tracks of the first uproarious and beloved bird book in the series, this hilarious sequel ventures beyond to identify the stupidest birds around the world. Featuring birds from North and South America, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Oceania, author Matt Kracht identifies the dumb birds that manage to live all over the freaking place with snarky yet accurate names and humorous, anger-filled drawings. Offering a balance of fact and wit, this uproarious profanity-laden handbook will appeal to hardcore birders and casual bird lovers (and haters) alike. ENTERTAINING AND EDUCATIONAL: This laugh-out-loud funny spoof guide to all things wings includes a matching game, a bird descriptor checklist, and tips on how to identify a bird (you can tell a lot by looking into a bird's eyes, for example). Plus, each entry is accompanied by facts about a bird's (annoying) call, its (dumb) migratory pattern, its (downright tacky) markings, and more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e POPULAR AUTHOR: Matt Kracht is an amateur birder, writer, and illustrator who enjoys creating books that celebrate the humor inherent in life's absurdities. Based in Seattle, he enjoys gazing out the window at the beautiful waters of Puget Sound and making fun of birds. Other amusing titles from Matt include \u003ci\u003eThe Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eOMFG, BEES!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A GREAT PRESENT: This is the perfect gift for the bird lovers and haters in your life. It also makes a great Mother's Day, Father's Day, birthday, retirement, or gag gift.Perfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Birdwatching and nature enthusiasts \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e People who think birds are creepy or annoying (and people who love birds but also enjoy a good laugh) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Anyone looking for the ultimate coffee table book or bar-top conversation starter \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Gift givers seeking a fun, quirky gift for their favorite bird enthusiast or animal lover \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43205563973810,"sku":"9781797212272","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781797212272_9a0277bd-5e11-4ea8-ad65-14696db9021f.jpg?v=1786027071"},{"product_id":"9781452174037","title":"The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of  North America","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNational bestseller and fan favorite—as seen on \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Today Show\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e! This humorous look at 50 common North American dumb birds is a perfect gift for the birder and anti-birder alike.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e For those who have a disdain for birds, or for bird lovers with a sense of humor, this snarky illustrated handbook is equal parts profane, funny, and—let's face it—true. Featuring common North American birds such as the White-Breasted Butt Nugget and the Goddamned Canada Goose (or White-Breasted Nuthatch and Canada Goose for the layperson), Matt Kracht identifies all the idiots in your backyard and details exactly why they suck with humorous yet angry ink drawings. With \u003ci\u003eThe Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America\u003c\/i\u003e, you won't need to wonder what all that racket is anymore! \u003cp\u003eENTERTAINING AND EDUCATIONAL: This uproarious guide to all things wings includes migratory maps, tips for birding, musings on the avian population, and lessons on the ethics of birdwatching. Plus, each entry is accompanied by facts about a bird's (annoying) call, its (dumb) migratory pattern, its (downright tacky) markings, and more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePOPULAR AUTHOR: Matt Kracht is an amateur birder, writer, and illustrator who enjoys creating books that celebrate the humor inherent in life's absurdities. Based in Seattle, he enjoys gazing out the window at the beautiful waters of Puget Sound and making fun of birds. 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You need this book if you want to lighten up your birdwatching.\"—\u003ci\u003eNorthwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirdwatching and nature enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who think birds are creepy or annoying (and people who love birds but also enjoy a good laugh)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMother's Day and Father's Day gifts for bird-obsessed moms, dads, and grandparents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift givers seeking a fun birthday, holiday, or retirement present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for the ultimate coffee table book or bar-top conversation starter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43406047772850,"sku":"9781452174037","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781452174037_f6d66bd1-cc41-434b-9f30-3e1940434106.jpg?v=1786020846"},{"product_id":"9781797235882","title":"The Field Guide to Dumb Birds Sticker Book","description":"\u003cb\u003eWe can all agree: Birds are terrible. They're stupid and won’t shut up. Put them in their place—stick them anywhere—with this field guide sticker book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Field Guide to Dumb Birds Sticker Book\u003c\/i\u003e rounds up the funniest, dumbest birds from across professional birding amateur Matt Kracht's hilarious and sometimes profane bestselling Field Guide to Dumb Birds series. Each of the 100+ die-cut stickers features a colorful illustration and the dumb name the bird has earned for being so annoying.FUNNY STICKER BOOK: Birding has never been more fun with more than 100 stickers featuring a different dumb bird! Stick them anywhere: laptops, water bottles, mugs, notebooks, fridge doors, luggage and bags, birding journals, binoculars . . . the sky’s the limit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e LOVE BIRDS? 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Birdwatching, birding, crouching in the woods waiting for some dumb birds to show up . . . whatever you call it, this weird pastime is more popular than ever. Going beyond the traditional field guide, this funny, cranky, and actually practical guide explores the how and whys of birding, including a short history, essential (and completely unnecessary) equipment, identification and criticism skills, bird behavior, keeping notes on the little weirdos, attracting them to your home (why!?), and more.   Packed with tips, inspiration, and commiseration, this hilarious handbook features practice exercises, how-to projects, Kracht’s patented Scientific Bird Critique method, a section for creating your own dumb bird names, and lush illustrations of the stupidest birds around. It is the must-have guide for how to watch birds—if you’re into that.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57524686881141,"sku":"9781797248981","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781797248981.jpg?v=1787742588"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-matt-kracht.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}