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THE NEW ORLEANS KITCHEN: CLASSIC RECIPES AND MODERN TECHNIQUES FOR AN UNRIVALED CUISINE [A COOKBOOK]

Lorena Jones Books

Justin Devillier + Jamie Feldmar

James Beard Award winning chef and restaurateur of La Petite Grocery in the Garden District and Justine in the French Quarter, Chef Justin Devillier who was on Top Chef: New Orleans shares his 120 recipes in The New Orleans Kitchen: Classic Recipes and Modern Techniques For an Unrivaled Cuisine. You'll learn how to make the fundamentals of New Orleans cuisine including proper roux-making as well as classics such as Duck and Andouille Gumbo and the more casual Abita Root Beer-Braised Short Ribs, and Biscuit and Pâté Brunch Sandwiches. You'll find step-by-step instructions and gorgeous imagery.

SIMPLE SALAD COOKBOOK: 100 RECIPES THAT CAN BE MADE IN

MINUTES

Callisto

Johanna Marie Mirpuri

A classic go-to for us for lunch or dinner is a salad. We can't have enough, but we're always looking for ways to change up our salads and in Simple Salad Cookbook: 100 Recipes That Can Be Made in Minutes. This cookbook will allow us to not only have get some variety with our favorite dish, but we can learn techniques that we can put to good use when we're making our next creation!

We also like that these recipes will take less than 10 mins to make so that we can keep moving and grooving no matter how busy our schedule is!

With 100 recipes and minimal prep, you'll be able to add your favorite ingredients and grab those items that you already have to make them feel new on your plate. You'll find that recipes will include meat and plant-based proteins whether your salad is a side dish or a main one.

The salads that are included contain those that are leafy, veggie, slaws, grains, beans, pasta, tofu, seafood, and meat! You'll also find that you will be able to make substitutons based on dietary needs or what you have on hand.

BAKING FOR TWO: 200+ SMALL BATCH RECIPES, FROM LAZY BAKES TO LAYER CAKES

America's Test Kitchen

America's Test Kitchen

In Baking For Two: 200+ Small Batch Recipes, From Lazy Bakes to Layer Cakes, this cookbook focuses on sweet and savory treats and cutting them down to make small batches! You don't need to be concerned about using calculators and you won't have to worry about measuring. We're excited to try their Blueberry-Lavender Cornmeal Crumbles, Coconut Snack Cake, or Cranberry-Cardamom Muffins.

You'll learn tips on how to prepare items ahead, freezing, baking later, and more! It's definitely a cookbook you'll want to have on hand whether you're enjoying a meal along, with a special someone or your besties while watching your favorite shows.

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HAPPY HOUR SNACKS: SILLYGOOD FOOD FOR THOSE TIMES IN-BETWEEN

Hardie Grant Books

Bec Vrana Dickinson

We always love a little something and in Happy Hour Snacks: Silly-Good Food For Those Times In-Between we are guided through simple and delicious foods that we can enjoy. This cookbook has 80 recipes for the perfect bites. You'll learn about techniques and chapters are divided into Salts, Spice and Smoke, Zest and Tang, Cheese, and Liquor-based Desserts.

It's a great way to make these bites solo or with friends and to get a greater appreciation for the variety that a snack provides when it comes to gathering with others around your favorite beverages and great stories. We have our eyes on Lazy Man’oushe, ‘Nduja with Super Honey and Kimchi Garlic Bread.

SECOND GENERATION: HUNGARIAN AND JEWISH CLASSICS REIMAGINED FOR THE MODERN TABLE

Harvest

Jeremy Salamon + Casey Elsass

Jeremy Salaman grew up a 2nd-generation Hungarian Jew and spent a lot of time with family enjoying great meals. He honored both of his grandmothers by opening up his restaurant, Agi's Counter in Brooklyn where he shares the culture, flavors, and recipes of his heritage. He examines these elements with a focus on seasonality, market-driven ingredients, American influence, and his expertise working in kitchens. In Second Generation: Hungarian and Jewish Classics Reimagined for the Modern Table, Jeremy shares Hungarian classics like Meggyleves (Sour Cherry Soup), Chilled Buttermilk Borscht, and Caraway Caesar Salad. He also includes Hungarian flavors in dishes that one would not consider as that part of the cuisine.

In this cookbook, you will find recipes for mains, side dishes, desserts, drinks, noshes, pantry staples, and remedies - those recipes that you can enjoy when your body needs assistance.

SUN-KISSED COOKING: VEGETABLES FRONT AND CENTER

Harper

Brooke Williamson

In Chef Brooke Williamson's debut cookbook, Sun-Kissed Cooking: Vegetables Front and Center this BRAVO Top Chef S14 winner, Food Network's Tournament of Champions S1 winner, and the network's Bobby's Triple Threat Titan competitor takes a fresh-eyed look at how produce can play a role into the meals that we enjoy! She wanted to ensure that vegetables move from being seen as a side to being a main by creating recipes that are fun and full of complex flavor when you begin to this about veggie-forward meals.

WIth a focus on seasonality which includes preserved and canned vegetables that allow you to make your dishes your own. This cookbook has over 100 fresh and unexpected recipes that includes mushrooms, tomatoes, peas and pods, starches, and greens. You will enjoy 60 colorful photos that will help you when you're at the farmer’s market or the produce aisle.

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MATTY MATHESON: SOUPS, SALADS, SANDWICHES: A COOKBOOK

Ten Speed Press

Matty Matheson

Obviously, we love seeing Chef Matty Matheson in The Bear where he serves as Executive Producer as well as playing Neil Flak on the series! But we always enjoy seeing his take on food through his noted cookbooks. In Matty Matheson: Soups, Salads, Sandwiches: A Cookbook, he shares recipes within this trio and how he has elevated these components of a number of our favorite meals! In true Matty style, he takes his signature twists on these standards and shows how we can create these dishes simply for maximum flavor!

With over 126 recipes, we're excited to check out soups that include: Giant Meatball Soup in Beefy Tomato Broth, Crab Congee, and Creamy Sausage Soup with Rapini and Tortellini. For sanwiches, we're thinking about a Cubano, Italian Combo; and Banana Bread French Toast with Fried Egg, Peameal Bacon, and Maple Syrup. In terms of salads, Everyone's Mom's Macaroni and Tuna Salad, Griddled Salami Panzanella Salad; and Peaches with Goat Cheese, Mint, Honeycomb, and Olive Oil (we're really excited for this one).

In addition to the recipes, you can also enjoy photos of his day-in-the-life with Matty and his family.

KISMET: BRIGHT, FRESH, VEGETABLE-LOVING RECIPES

Clarkson Potter

Sarah Hymason + Sara Kramer

When vibrant Mediterranean flavors merge with vegetable forward California cuisine you have Kismet: Bright, Fresh, Vegetable-Loving Recipes by the women chef owners behind restaurants Kismet and Kismet Rotisserie in Los Angeles - Sarah Hymason and Sara Kramer.

You'll find over 100 recipes like Salty-Sweet Persimmon Salad, Harissa Party Wings, and a Wedge Salad with Miso-Poppy Dressing. This is a great way to add to our favorite meals!

STACKED: THE ART OF THE PERFECT SANDWICH

Harvest

Owen Ha

In Stacked: The Art of the Perfect Sandwich, we're looking to focus on taking our sandwich game to the next level with TikTok's Sandwich King, Owen Ha. A great sandwich no matter the time of year is always good to enjoy and we can always find new ways to make them even better.

He has a number of recipes that elevate the classics as well as making new creations. He believes that anything that can be stached and held in your hands is considered a sandwich which includes: tacos, bao, and wraps!

We're already thinking about his Chipotle Chicken Philly, Snapper Po' boy with Remoulade, and Peking Duck Wrap to name a few. His recipes include breakfast as well as dessert - hello Salted Brownie Ice Cream Bar!

You'll find easy-to-follow instructions and enticing photos.

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BAYOU: FEASTING THROUGH THE SEASONS OF A CAJUN LIFE

Artisan

Melissa M. Martin

In Bayou: Feasting Through The Seasons of A Cajun Life James Beard award winning author of Mosquito Supper Club, Chef Melissa M. Martin takes us back to the Louisiana bayou and looks at big and small celebrations that take place in Southern Louisiana. With 100 recipes that include diverse humble ingredients like vegetables as well as shrimp and crab.

These recipes include Carnival Crawfish Boil and Etouffee Ring for the New Year leading to Carnival season. Afterwards, Lent brings fresh foods like Cabbage Slaw and Fried Fish Collars. As you continue into the Summer, it's all about shrimp season. With the Fall, there are boucheries, Cracklins and Back Bone Stew. For the Holidays, enjoy Fried Turkey, Holiday Dressing, and Red Velvet Cake.

CONVIVIR: MODERN MEXICAN CUISINE TO CALIFORNIA'S WINE COUNTRY

Harry N. Abrams

Rogelio Garcia + Andréa Lawson Grey

Michelin-starred Chef Rogelio Garcia brings over 150 recipes for traditional Mexican cuisine with the agricultural and artisanal bounty of California's Napa Valley! In Convivir: Modern Mexican Cuisine in California's Wine Country.

In this cookbook, Chef Garcia takes us to the local farms, ranches, sustainable fisheries and so much more. We also get to learn the technique for making homemade tortillas and tamales! There are modern approaches when it comes to making tacos, tostadas, sopes, and more!

We already have our tastebuds excited to make and enjoy Pork Rib Carnitas and Carrot Tamales with Spicy Carrot Salsa; Wild Mushroom Tacos with Al Pastor Sauce; and Prawn Ceviche with Choclo, Garnet Yams, and Pears.

You will also find variations to make the dishes, wine-pairing suggested, and curated menus for your next meal.

THURAYA: RECIPES FROM OUR FAMILY'S KITCHEN IN JORDAN

Nadeem Mansour

Nadeem Mansour

In Thuraya: Recipes From Our Family's Kitchen in Jordan, you delve into Jordanian and Middle Eastern cuisine with rich flavors that are filled with traditional family-style meals that Nadeem Mansour grew up eating in Amman, Jordan. Recipes include those that are passed down in families. Over 120 of these images are shared through vibrant pictures and are also accompanied by stories. There are small and large dishes that are included to perfectly compliment your meal across dietary cuisines whether you eat meat, are a vegetarian, or are vegan.

These dishes will be perfect to add to your next festivities or when you're looking to have an amazing dinner when you're having friends over for a perfect gathering.

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BANCHAN: 60 KOREAN AMERICAN RECIPES FOR DELICIOUS SHAREABLE DISHES

Chronic Books

Caroline Choe

We enjoy a number of dishes and when you're able to make them at home, you can create your own feast! In Banchan: 60 Korean American Recipes for Delicious Shareable Sides, we know that all of our favorite bites will be in this book! Caroline Choe includes recipes that include Smoky Gochujang Chicken Salad, Hobakjeon (Zucchini Pancakes), and Pa Muchim (Shaved Onion Salad). Of course, you can never have too much Kimchi! We can't wait to try Kimchi Mac & Cheese or even her Creamy Kimchi Bacon Dip!

This book will let you know how to make Modern Korean dishes while learning about the backstory about them from a first-generation experience!

LIFE'S TOO SHORT TO STUFF A MUSHROOM

Carnival

Prue Leith

We have enjoyed watching Prue Leith a South African restaurateur, TV Presenter/Broadcaster, cookbook author, novelist and Co-Host/Judge of The Great British Baking Show! She knows her flavors, can tell you about a composition of a dish, and it's great to see when she is taken by surprise when the bakers on the show put ingredients together in an unexpected way.

In Life's Too Short to Stuff A Mushroom: Really Good Food Without the Fuss, she breaks down her recipes for those new to cooking, home cooks, and those that are advanced. We're interested in making her Chicory, Pear Hazelnut and Goat's Cheese Salad; Gunpowder Steak with Coriander Chutney, and Herbed Salmon Parcels.

Without a doubt, there are a number of items that we can make when it comes to the change in weather that's upon us! We'll defintiely find a number of dishes to shake up what we make in our rotation.

HOKUSAI

Taschen

Andreas Marks

Hokusai is noted to have painted his first picture at the age of 6 and when he dies at the age of 89, he has his designs for illustrated books which was published posthumously. In Hokusai, this edition spans that artists' creative sphases! It even includes 1,300 designs that were made in the final years under the name Manji.

Known as Japan's most famous artist, Hokisai is known as a recognized figure of the Edo period.

This coffee table book is one that you will want to enjoy flipping though with the beautiful artwork! It's a conversation piece that those who come by to visit can also enjoy.

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BOWLARAMA THE ARCHITECTURE OF MID-CENTURY BOWLING

Angel City Press

Chris Nichols with Adriene Biondo

In the post-war nation of World War II, bowling swept the US! For some, it's a hobby and for others it's a sport - but for many it was part of an ultimate modern lifestyle that many could participate in! This and more is explored in Bowlarama: The Architecture of Mid-Century Bowling where you can enjoy the art, architecture, and style that comes from these spaces. Bowling alleys were seen as modern palaces and firms were constantly interested in outdoing one another to have the most luxurious lanes, stunning bowling balls, and refreshment areas that were fantastic. In this book, you'l see vintage imagery from another era, hand-drawn architectural renderings and more that give you insight into what this meant for the nation!

DISCO: MUSIC, MOVIES, AND MANIA UNDER THE MIRROR BALL

Rizzoli

Frank Decaro

We love the disco era from the music, clothes, clubs, celebs, and more. It was a confluence of a number of amazing elements brought together in the '70s and in many respects, we can still see its impact on fashion, music, pop culture, and more. In Disco: Music, Movies, and Mania Under the Mirror Ball, this coffee table book tells you everything that you want to know and is available via pre-order right now.

This era was known for drug-fueled, DJ-driven, glam that came forward in a NYC loft party! It's also important to remember that Black and Latin queer culture which emerged in their clubs also infused this era and there are a number of historical struggles that the LGBTQ+ community were involved in at this time as well. This movement became a mainstream phenomenon which changed the overall culture in general.

Through vivid imagery, interviews and more, this book explores how this era has impacted the last 50 years and how it has been seen in film, TV, fashion, and interior design.

AUTUMN SPLENDOUR: A VISUAL SYMPHONY OF FALL

Independently Published

Felicity Publishing

We love this time of year, we say goodbye to the Summer and we embrace everything there is to love about the Fall! In Autumn Splendour: A Visual Symphony of Fall, this coffee table book brings this season to life through stunning photography of landscapes that define this time of year!

Regardless of where you live and how fall looks in your locale, you will be able to see and enjoy the rich tapestry of colors, textures, and moods that only fall can offer.

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MORTAR & PESTLE: CLASSIC

INDONESIAN RECIPES FOR THE MODERN KITCHEN

Weldon Owens

Patricia Tanumihardja

In Mortar & Pestle: Classic Indonesian Recipes for the Modern Kitchen is written by a mother/daughter duo and is filled with 80 family recipes that cover 3 decades. Many of these dishes comes from Patricia's childhood and we are definitely interested in making an array ofthe dishes that are in this cookbook. In addition to family photographs, there are also vibrant pictures of the dishes.

You will also learn a number of tips when it comes to preparing these dishes. You will also learn about ingredients and flavors that are indicative of Indonesian cuisine which includes spices as well as aromatics. As a country that has over 17,500 islands, it is one of the world's most diverse food cultures.

HOMEMADE-ISH: RECIPES & COOKING TIPS THAT KEEP IT REAL

Gibbs Smith

Lauren McDuffie

We always love having a cookbook that allows us to make great meals that can be used when we want to make quick and easy recipes. In Homemade-ish: Recipes & Cooking Tips That Keep it Real. You'll find over 100 recipes that allows you to make healthy homecooked meal whether you're eating solo or with friends and family.

We love the concept that when we're using this cookbook, we can create dishes that can be put together in a few minutes and still have the flavors and looks that allow it to be an Instagrammable moment.

While you're cooking with this book, you'll see how you can make a dish that also utilizes store-bought items which makes for a great shortcut to save time and extra steps. You'll find dishes that are perfect for breakfasts, appetizers and snacks; soups, salads, pastas, grains, meatless mains, meats and fish; and desserts.

MINDFUL LIVING: A GUIDE TO THE

EVERYDAY MAGIC OF FENG SHUI

CICO Books

Anjie Cho + Laura Morris

Over the past few years, we have talked about mindfulness which can cover a number of areas including how we eat, navigate our days, and more. But this concept can even be found in terms of our living spaces and the environments that we occupy. These areas are tackled in Mindful Living: A Guide to the Everyday Magic of Feng Shui. Regardless of where you live and how big or small the space is, this book will give you the tips that you need to change the energy in your home to increase your wellbeing throughout the facets of your life. You will learn how you can use geng shui in a modern way with this East meets West approach to optimizing your life.

You'll learn about choosing colors, plants that you can enjoy across seasons, and to find an appreciation for what you value when it comes to enjoying your home.

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PEOPLE WILL TALK

Gallery Books

Kieran Scott

In People Will Talk we are introduced to 3 women that are believed to be involved in a murder after an ill fated wedding that took place. We meet Peter who is known for his charm and the 3 women which include Maya - his tennis star girlfriend who just won a Grand Slam at Wimbledon, Catherine his high school sweetheart turned successful wedding planner, and Leanne who is his aunt and legal guardian of his son. They all arrive at the family clambake when they find themselves in a room together via receiving a cryptic text.

In the room they find out that Tilly is actually marrying Peter and that his relationshp with Maya is over, he will not invest in Catherine's business, and his aunt will have to give up guardianship on his son. The women are upset and attend the wedding; however, when the bride turns up dead - they all become suspects and they must work together to work out who killed her!

SALT & SHORE: RECIPES FROM THE COASTAL SOUTH

Weldon Owen

Sammy Monsour

We always love a great cookbook and in Salt and Shore: Recipes from the Coastal South is focused on inspired takes on recipes from the South that are focused on sustainable seafood, cocktails, hospitality and a rich heritage in this region!

Chef Sammy Monsour and mixologist Kass Wiggins present their take and love for Southern Cooking and culture. With a focus on coastal resiliency and marine ecosystem health, they encourage us to see the beauty of the coastal South and how we can bring it into our meals when entertaining.

The cookbook includes recipes, techniques, expert tips, and stories about local organizations and geo-specific topics that are from the area.

THE ORPHANAGE BY THE LAKE

Independently Published

Daniel G. Miller

In The Orphanage by The Lake, we meet Hazel who desperately wants a new life as she's single, 30, and her private investigation business is not doing well. Things take a turn when she meets Madeline Hemsley a socialite with a task that is too good for her to consider passing up. She wants Hazel to find a missing girl who is no longer in a known orphanage. What is thought to be a typical runaway case seems to be filled with sinister behavior, blood stains, and secrets that she couldn't even imagine! This thriller is one that will definitely be a read that you'll want to take with you whether you're commuting or preparing to travel and need something immersive as you do a bit of self-care.

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BURGERS & BACON COOKBOOK

Fox Chapel Publishing

World Food Championships

In Burgers & Bacon Cookbook: Over 250 World's Best Burger, Sauces, Relishes, & Bun Recipes, you can enjoy recipes that are created from the World Food Championships. We like that the component guide gives you a reference for every topping, burger, bun, and sauce that is found in a recipe so that you can mix and match to make your own creations! There is no excuse to not have your burger take it to the next level!

In addition to the recipes, use the QR codes to see these championship dishes being made, reading chef bios and so much more! We think that you'll find yourself using this book regardless of your cooking level and it's always fun to shake up your latest go-to burger. There are a number of variations to give them a global flavor and it'll be interesting to see what you are influenced to make once you get started.

MUSHROOM GASTRONOMY

Motorbooks

Krista Towns

Mushroom Gastronomy: The Art of Cooking with Mushrooms is a key book for those that enjoy cooking with mushrooms and being able to do so in a varied and elevated way! Regardless of how you obtain your mushrooms by personally foraging, going to your farmer's market or your grocery store - this cookbook will give you the tools you need to enjoy the world of edible mushrooms.

You'll learn about 25 of the most popular mushrooms which are accompanied by stunning photography, their nutritional value, cooking methods, culinary tips, pairings, storing, and preserving.

Vegetarians and carnivores will find recipes for appetizers, soups and broths, main dishes, desserts, and even cocktails. We're looking forward to: Black Trumpet Mushroom and White Bean Bisque, Candy Cap Cream Martini, and Chicken of the Woods Saltimbocca.

SERIOUSLY GOOD BARBECUE COOKBOOK

Fox Chapel Publishing

Brian Baumgartner

We're excited about Seriously Good Barbecue Cookbook: Over 100 if the Best Recipes in the World. If you're a fan of BBQ, you will enjoy varieties of this style including Texas, Kansas City, Carolina, and Memphis! Brian Baumgartner who played Kevin Malone from The Office shared a bit of humor with each dish as well as his own recipes. You'll also find that we have a recipe included in this book as well for a Tomatillos Jalapeño and Mezcal Carolina BBQ Street Tacos.

This cookbook includes BBQ with various meats as well as side dishes, rubs, sauces, desserts as well as drinks to complete your meal. You'll find that recipes come from home cooks, award-winning chefs, and well-known pitmasters from all corners of the earth.

If this world is new to you, you'll find barbecue essentials and cooking techniques, you'll learn about cooking using a grill vs smoker, cooking times, as well as a bit of BBQ history.

This is a great follow up to his first cook book, Seriously Good Chili Cookbook which is another great one to have on your shelves and includes our recipe for Mezcal Jalapeño Tortilla Strip Chili Verde + Mexican Lime Crema.

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SURF STYLE AT HOME

Gibbs Smith

Raili Clasen

Members of the Athleisure Media community know that we have shared surfers on our covers, inbooks, as well as how you can rock a look when you hit the waves. Why stop there? In Surf Style at Home, we can see how we can bring this into our living spaces by author and interior designer of Kelly Slater's famous Surf Ranch, Raili Clasen.

In this coffee table book, you'll see how you can crank up the color, landscape your living room, and create adult summer camp vibes for this eclectic surf style.

She shares on how inspiration trips in Orange County, CA she soaks up cool surfer fashion, the laidback atmosphere, and retro style in order to bring it back to a rec room, bedroom and other spaces.

She also shares how this style sensibility was utilized in projects that she's done in Alabama, Newport Beach, Montana's Yellowstone Club and so much more.

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN @ 75

Motorbooks

Gillian G Gaar

When it comes to coffee table books, it's always nice to have great musicians! In Bruce Springsteen at 75 you get to know about the phenomenal career of this 25X Grammy inner, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, singer/songwriter, enthralling performer, and best-selling author known as The Boss. This book is filled with illustrations, has two gatefolds, exclusive pullout poster, 8" × 10" glossy, and a sturdy slipcase.

You'll enjoy stunning concert and candid offstage photography, imagery of memorabilia (gig posters, vinyl record sleeves, ticket stubs, period ads, and more).

Bruce Springsteen's (Curb Your Enthusiasm, Lilyhammer, The Greatest Night in Pop) career that has spanned 7 and a half decades veteran rock journalist Gillian G Gaar covers his childhood in New Jersey as well as his start in garage bands The Castles and Steel Mill. She looks at his 20 studo albums which include those with the E Street Band as well as his work as a solo artist - including his gigs and Springsteen on Broadway. She also examines his Rock Hall induction and being the recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

She also looks at his greatest hits from Born to Run, Hungry Heart, and Born in the U.S.A. The book includes his relationships with his bandmates Steven Van Zandt (Sopranos, Lilyhammer, The Irishman) and the late Clarence Clemons. Of course, this also includes his wife and bandmate, Patti Scialfa.

SANTA MONICA PIER:

AMERICA'S LAST GREAT PLEASURE PIER

Angel City Press

James Harris

When it comes to showcasing your wanderlust, it's always great to have a coffee table book that relaxes you. In Santa Monica Pier: America's Last Great Pleasure Pier, you get to know more about the history of the Santa Monica Pier! Filled with information as well photographs from this historic pier and venue!

For over a century, this international icon has survived as a destination whether it has fought Mother Nature, political, and social times - it's still a respite for enjoying the outdoors and offering culinary and entertainment delights for those that live in the area as well as those that visit from all over the world.

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HAWAI'I GOLD: A CELEBRATION OF SURFING

Rizzoli

Carissa Moore

We had the pleasure of having Carissa Moore a Team USA Olympic Surfing Gold Medalist and 5X World Surf League Women's Champion as our FEB ISSUE #86 cover. We have always enjoyed seeing her compete and how she does so with a smile on her face!

Hawai'i Gold: A Celebration of Surfing shares her story and what she thinks about her sport, her love of Hawaii as well as surf legends on what it means to be a surfer from Hawaii.

In this book, we find out about the heritage of surfing in Hawaii and of course the images in the book include the island, surf icons, surf prep, and so much more. It's defintiely a book that you will find on your coffee table that everyone will want to look through when they stop by.

EVEREST, INC.: THE RENEGADES AND ROGUES WHO BUILT AN INDUSTRY AT THE TOP OF THE WORLD

Gallery Books

Will Cockrell

We know about those who climb Mount Everest and in Everest, Inc. The Renegades and Rogues Who Built an Industry at the Top of the World, we get to know more about those who are instrumental in that effort - the guides and climbers!

We know that making the climb is not for the faint at heart as there is bad weather, severe altitudes, and it is congested for a number of people who make the attempt whether it's ego driven or to add to their social feeds.

The trip also has an impact on those who don't respect the mountain by leaving trash behind or even exploiting local Sherpas.

This book has a comprehensive focus on the history of the Himalayan guiding industry which started in the 1980's with gritty entrepreneurs who wanted to create a new style of expedition planning. You'll find quotes by those in the industry, writers, filmmakers, and Hollywood notables. All share their thoughts on the climbs to add their thoughts to this portion of the industry.

FASHION'S BIG NIGHT OUT: A MET GALA LOOKBOOK

Welbeck Publishing

Kristen Bateman

The first Mon of May is fashion's biggest night known as The Met Gala and in Fashion's Big Night Out: A Met Gala Lookbook, we look at a legendary event that fuses art, fashion and pop culture. You will learn about its history through imagery which started in 1948. It also looks at the ensembles that hit the carpet based on theme. There is also a foreward by iconic designer, Jeremy Scott who has created a number of looks for this event.

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BARBIE™: THE WORLD TOUR

Rizzoli

Margot Robbie + Andrew Mukamal

We all know about the success of the Barbie movie and even more interesting is the stunning looks that recreated our favorite Barbie dolls as well as those that were a nod to this iconic pop culture toy! In BARBIE: The World Tour, you get the behind the scenes looks that Margot Robbie (Suicide Squad, The Wolf of Wall Street, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood) and her stylist Andrew Mukamal were involved to create these iconic moments throughout her tour! We get to see how the looks were curated from vintage pieces, from an array of designers such as Giorgio Armani to Donatella Versace.

A number of the looks that were planned were not seen as the press tour was cut due to the SAG-AFTRA strike. Because of that, they partnered with Craig McDean. This book also includes original Barbie dolls from the period and rare materials from Mattel that included fashion archives, designer's sketches, and Polaroids from fittings.

We even get the thoughts of Margot and Andrew along with handwritten notes from designers Olivier Rousteing of Balmain, Michelle Ochs of et Ochs, Manolo Blahnik, and Jeremy Scott. This celebratory coffeetable book is a must!

FRENCH FROM THE MARKET

Gibbs Smith

Hillary Davis

When you're looking to cook and explore the best of traditional French cooking, you will find provincial cuisine in French From the Market. This book looks at produce and foods fresh from the market, simply prepared, and delicious for everyday dining at home.

This cookbook shows us that French food isn’t always haute cuisine and is farm-driven. It uses the freshest and finest ingredients available from gardens, markets, and local vendors to put nourishing meals on the table. You'll find clear instructions and tips as well. With 100 plus recipes for starters, soups, salads, fish, poultry, meats, vegetables, and desserts in this cookbook, you'll find yourself making Arugula Salad over Watermelon with Herbed Goat Cheese; Autumn Harvest Chicken with Grapes, Apples, and Figs; and Fruity, Frosty Cantaloupe Sorbet.

OUTSIDE IN: INTERIORS BORN FROM NATURE

Gibbs Smith

Brian Paquette

We enjoy a book that gives us all the vibes for decorating the spaces that we spend so much time in! This coffee table book, Outside In: Interiors Born From Nature shows how the author has continued to evolve as an interior designer and illustrates the projects that are part of his portfolio.

In the 12 chapters of the book, there are pictures that he has taken which include nature scenes that have shaped or inspired his work in one way or another - the color palette he saw at a beach, a sunset, a walk, and more. These elements have found their way into his work and it allows the reader to see how they can use nature as a means of design as well!

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THE THINGS WE DIDN'T KNOW

Motor Books

Elba Iris Pérez

In this cross-cultural coming-of-age story follows Andrea Rodríguez who at the age of 9 leaves her factory town in Massachusetts to go to a village in the mountains of Puerto Rico. Her mom promises that one day, they will return in The Things We Didn't Know.

A few months later, they go back to Massachusetts only to find that their hometown isn't the same! She learns to navigate what it is like to grow up as well as to learn about changes that take place around her from family values, American culture, and what it means to just get older.

In this novel, we see the 1950s through her eyes and the decisions that she ultimately makes.

A FRIEND IN THE DARK

Thomas & Mercer

Samantha M. Bailey

What do you do when you realize that life as you know it, has changed? A Friend in the Dark introduces us to to Eden Miller. We find her blindsided by her husband wanting to divorce her and her daughter barely talks to her. In order to take a step back from the present, she sends a friend request to college crush, Justin Ward.

We find out that one night, 23 years ago her life changed! A decision resulted in closing the door on Justin and an opening existed where her husband Dave became an option. But what if you could do it all over again?

By reconnecting with Justin, she realizes that she is alive in ways she wasn't before and that anything is possible! Their online relationships makes her bolder, but she is also suspect as it seems that he knows too much about her as well as her family! Although she has enjoyed the attention, she needs to come back to the present and figure out what she needs to in her dealings with him. Who is this man that she has reconnected to and what happened all those years ago?

WILD SUGAR: SEASONAL SWEET TREATS INSPIRED BY THE MOUNTAIN WEST

Gibbs Smith

Lindsey Johnson + Chase Reynolds Ewald

Lindsey Johnson, along with Chase Reynolds Ewald, often find their cooking and baking inspiration from the West. Flavor profiles, ingredients, and artistic decorating ideas are all sparked by the romantic and rustic western mountains. In Wild Sugar: Sweet Treats Inspired by the Mountain West, we learn how to create amazing desserts via more than 50 recipes plus additional frostings, fillings, and toppings that are based on seasonal ingredients. These recipes are designed for the home baker, and her detailed instructions along with decorating tips and hints, will have you serving showcase cookies, pies, cakes, and sweets in no time.

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BOB MARLEY AND THE WAILERS: THE ULTIMATE ILLUSTRATED HISTORY

Motor Books

Richie Unterberger

We always enjoy a stunning coffeetable book that blends music, culture, and iconic artists together. In Bob Marley and The Wailers: The Ultimate Illustrated History dropped this month to dig into the life and legacy of this man and his band. Even after 40 years of Marley's death, he and his band continue to be the most famous reggae artists of all time!

Throughout the book are stunning images from various points of their career which allows you to see their life as well as the times that they lived in. We see how they went from a Jamaican ska act to international superstars while navigating being in their country that was going through its own awakening at that time.

The book illustrates how they popularized their genre, the influence of the Rastafari movement, Marley's socially conscious lyrics and how he became a symbol of pride and justice.

You'll learn about the history of the band up to Marley's death in 1981 and how his influence continues today. Images of performances, off-stage photography, rare memorabilia and commentary from noted music jounalists. This book also talks about the 2024 Bob Marley biopic, One Love which is in theaters on Valentine's Day.

THE HEIRESS

St Martin's Press

Rachel Hawkins

When North Carolina's richest woman dies in The Heiress, she is also the most notorious woman! Ruby McTavish Callahan Woodward Miller Kenmore, as a child was kidnapped as well as becoming a widower four times over!

She lorded over her tiny town of Tavistock from Ashby House, her family’s estate high in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Upon her death, her adopted son, Camden, wants nothing to do with the house, money or remaining relatives. He lives his own life as an English teacher in Colorado with his wife Jules. When his uncle dies, he is pulled back to his mess life. He begins to question the rumors of his mother's kidnapping when she was a girl as well as what happened to the husbands. A bigger question is why she chose to adopt him as well! Finding out about this information means more to him than a will and understanding the long reaching arms of what family means and how everyone is connected to one another is essential.

THE HEIRLOOMED KITCHEN: MADE FROM SCRATCH RECIPES TO GATHER AROUND FOR GENERATIONS

Gibbs Smith

Ashley Schoenith

In The Heirloomed Kitchen: Made-from-Scratch Recipes to Gather Around for Generations we are privy to a curated cookbook of nostalgic-style photography that shows heirloom cookware, vessels, and utensils and recipes that are passed down from mother to child and grandchild.

With over 100 recipes there are a number of family recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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THE OTHER MOTHERS

Gallery Books

Katherine Faulkner

In The Other Mothers, we'll get our thrills in with this novel which takes us to an exclusive London community where we see how murder, class, and motherhood converge in this thriller.

A nanny is found dead and Tash, a new mom realizes that this could be a way for her to start her career as a freelance journalist. In addition to the need for a fresh start, she's also looking for new friends that are also mothers as she settles into this new phase of her life.

She finds a group that embody the lives and sense of self that she sees for herself ultimately. They welcome her into their circle that's filled with wealth, connections, and ease that is a striking contrast to her cramped living where she is concerned with mounting bills.

When another death takes place, she realizes that the community that she is engaging with is not exactly what it seems. Is there another reason why she was so quickly admitted into this group? Do they have dangerous motives?

HE SHOULD HAVE TOLD THE BEES

Revell

Amanda Cox

Beckett Walsh is a beekeeper who loves her life working alongside her father in He Should Have Told the Bees. But it is the unexpected death of her father that upsets her world. She realizes that she will have to deal with a new part owner of the family that wants to sell their property.

Callie Petersonfinds herself in a precarious position and just learned that she is named in a trust by someone that she doesn't know. She has a number of financial issues and maybe gaining access to the funds from the trust could hekp her situation.

Their worlds will collide in an unexpected way and maybe, it will lead to a bestter future for both of them unexpectedly.

MAKE IT JAPANESE: SIMPLE RECIPES FOR EVERYONE

Clarkson Potter

Rise McClenn

When it's time to create a meal for a special ocassion or simply to pair with your favorite program, Make It Japanese: Simple Recipes For Everyone which will assist you in making Japanese cuisine, ingredients, and cooking techniques.

Each recipe comes with great imagery. You'll find traditional dishes with a twist as well as classics that will become your go-to that you can enjoy anytime.

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THE EXCHANGE: AFTER THE FIRM

Random House

John Grisham

We all remember The Firm whether you read the book or you watched the film. John Grisham continues the story of what happened to Mitch and Abby McDeere once they exposed the crimes of Memphis law firm Bendini, Lambert & Locke and fled the country.

In The Exchange: After the Firm, we're 15 years after all of the events that took place in the first book. The couple now live in Manhattan and Mitch is a partner at the largest law firm in the world. A favor from a mentor in Rome puts him squarely in the middle of a sinister plot that could affect everyone that he knows! We know that Mitch knows how to stay ahead, but will he be able to continue with so much at stake?

THE COOKIE THAT CHANGED MY LIFE

Knopf

Nancy Silverton

with Carolynn Carreño

In The Cookie That Changed My Life and More Than 100 Other Classic Cakes, Cookies, Muffins, and Pies That Will Change Yours, we have the definitive cookbook that will allow us to make all the sweet treats that we'll want to enjoy! You can't go wrong with Nancy Silverton as she was the original pastry chef for Wolfgang Puck's restaurant Spago. With 100+ recipes for cookies, cakes, breads, breakfast pastries, and so much more to discover!

Her recipes also include a number of tricks and tips that will allow us to take our baking to the next level. She has a number of classic recipes such as Lemon Bars, Key Lime Pie, and Layered Buttermilk Biscuits. She also has her own inventions that include: Double-Decker Chocolate Cookies, Iced Raisin Bars, and Chocolate Brandy Cake.

SANTA MONICA PIER: A

CENTURY ON THE LAST

GREAT PLEASURE PIER

Angel City Press

James Harris

We have enjoyed our time on the Santa Monica Pier and as this is a historical destination, who wouldn't want to know more about how it came to be? In Santa Monica Pier: A Century on the Last Great Pleasure Pier, this book has a number of images including those that are vintage. You'll see this pier in various ways from those who enjoy it for fun, withstanding the ups and downs of Mother Nature, politics, and beyond.

As you learn about the history, you'll also see all of the things that you can do on the pier to pass the time! You'll also learn a number of facts such as Popeye being birthed on the pier, and celebrities that have enjoyed being there either for recreational purposes and for work.

You'll enjoy this and more and soon, there will be an update to this book that will allow you to enjoy even more about this iconic spot!

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FRIDAY NIGHT COCKTAILS: 52 DRINKS TO WELCOME YOUR WEEKEND

The Collective Book Studio

AJ Dean

When it comes to mixing it up, Friday Night Cocktails: 52 Drinks To Welcome Your Weekend ensures that we will never have to keep drinking our go-to drinks! We now have options at our fingertips! This book has over 52 recipes that can be made at home with a number of ingredients that you already have at your disposal.

You'll find the classic cocktails as well as those that are twist on your favorites that will take it to another level. We like that their mantra is, "Try something new, but be mindful of the tried-and-true."

TIMELOCK 2: THE KYOTO CONSPIRACY

Ie Snaps! by Ingramelliott

Howard Berk + Peter Berk

If you enjoy watching episodes of Columbo, then you may know Howard Berk who wrote some of the episodes and in addition to his work in a number of noted shows, he wrote TimeLock as well as TimeLock 2: The Kyoto Conspiracy along with his son, Peter Berk.

The concept of TimeLock is a program that has a cellular acceleration process that instantly ages prisoners the total number of years of their sentence. Although there is siginificant backlash, through this program, crimes are reduced - but what about those that are innocent?

We pick up where we left Morgan Eberly in the first book as he was convicted of a murder at the age of 23, was sentenced to age 40 years via a TimeLock capsule but was interupted and was able to escape in his new age of 43! 20 years was taken from him and a new and more radical president has obtained a newer technology that can be used as a weapon on the battlefield.

When only one person is able to initiate the program and he is kidnapped, the need to rescue him is essential! Morgan knows he must focus on finding him and also stopping the president from pushing forward with his plans.

THE WOMAN IN ME

Gallery Books

Britney Spears

Britney Spears brings us into her world with her memoir which focuses on her fight for freedom, dealing with fame, being a mom, survival, faith, and hope! As many know, in June 2021, we were able to hear from this pop icon as she shared her truth in court and this book continues in this way. The ability for her to share her story in the way that she wishes with humor and even opening up about painful moments is one that that will allow you to reflect on her life in The Woman in Me.

For those that will listen on Audiobook, we can't say enough about Michelle Williams' (Fosse/Verdon, Venom franchise, The Fablemans) narration which has been in our feeds over the past few days!

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THICKER THAN WATER: A MEMOIR

Little, Brown Spark

Kerry Washington

In this memoir by Award-winning actor, director, producer, and activist, Kerry Washington learns about a moment that will change what she knows about her life forever. Thicker Than Water takes us on a journey that she navigated about her self, her place in the world and what identity means when it is questioned.

She re-examines how her life's work and path led to where she is now and how this new knowledge effects her new truth.

FIRST GENERATION

Ten Speed Press

Franklin Gaw

Identity focuses on how you place yourself in the world and what you're connected to. But you can also explore it in food as well!

In Franklin Gaw's First Generation: Recipes From My Taiwanese-American Home, he presents 80 recipes that are from where he grew up in the Midwest as a first generation Taiwanese American. Recipes include those that are passed down from generation to generation in his home. He also shares an essay on his multicultural experience and how the melding of flavors of the American suburbs have joined those of his heritage. He talks about the ingredients as well as the techniques to make the dishes.

In this book, you'll learn how to make bao, dumplings, scallion pancakes, and more with step-by-step instructions and photography. There are also dishes that merge his worlds together from Cincinnati Chili with Hand Pulled Noodles, Bao Egg and Soy Glazed Bacon Sandwich, and Milk Tea Rice Krispies Treats. A twist on classics is defintiely something that we'll enjoy when we're looking for comfort foods as we continue further into the fall.

CODE RED: A MITCH RAPP

NOVEL

Atria/Emily Bestler Books

Kyle Mills

The Mitch Rapp saga continues in Code Red: A Mitch Rapp Novel and we find that he owes a favor to the world's most powerful crime lord, Damian Losa. As much as he hates owing favors, when he receives the call he is bound to do so.

He learns that the Syrian government seems to have created a highly addictive narcotic with plans to distribute it throughout Europe. Doing so would put Damian's business at risk and he wants Mitch to ensure that this will not be a problem. With Mitch's knowledge of the Middle East and being someone that could be expendable, he is the perfect choice for this mission.

As Mitch makes his way to Syria, he realizes that the drug is not at all what it seems and that it's purpose is more serious than previously thought and is actually a weapon with extensive repercussions if used. He must now come up with a new plan that mitigates risks without the details being made known to the parties involved.

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THE CON QUEEN OF HOLLYWOOD

Harper

Scott C Johnson

In The Con Queen of Hollywood: A Hunt For An Evil Genius focuses on an imposter who creates emotional and financial destruction around the world! Her work is seen throughout the entertainment industry. We get to know about this villain's origin story and the private detective that was able to deliver this person to the FBI. We learn about this con who created this very real and elaborate series of scams that committed the most perfect crime of our time.

THE 'OHANA GRILL COOKBOOK

Ulysses Press

Adrienne Robillard + Dawn Sakamoto Paiva

When we get to the end of the summer, we think about all those gatherings we can still host and how we can kick our menus up a notch! The 'Ohana Grill Cookbook: Easy and Delicious Hawai'i-Inspired Recipes from BBQ Chicken to Kalbi Short Ribs gives us the culinary vacation that we need with flavors of the Pacific regardless of where we actually are! You'll get more grill time with these recipes, learn about your equipment, get acquainted with ingredients and more!

This cookbook has beautifully shot images that will ensure that and your guests will salivate and be satiated with each bite. We're looking forward to Guava Chicken, Pulehu Tri-Tip, Spicy Li Hing Mui Pineapple, Furikake Party Mic, Grilled Mahimahi, and Adobo Pork Belly Bao with Won Bok Slaw.

You'll find 50 recipes that are easy to make and full of flavor! All you need to do is to add a bit of flair and fun cocktails to make it all come together for your next gathering!

UNDER THE INFLUENCE

Gallery Books

Noelle Crooks

We meet Harper Cruz in a bit of a desperate point in her life in Under the Influence. She's run through a string of jobs that have gone nowhere in NY's publishing industry. She's broke and having a hard time making ends meet. So it's not even a question when she finds out about a job to work with an influencer where she will make 3X her last paycheck!

She sends her resume to Charlotte Green, a self-help guru and although she is not personally familiar with her, she knows that her charisma and fresh take on life has created a cult-like following with many woman across the country. She is accepted in less than 24 hours for the job and has to quickly accept. She is not part of The Greenhouse and has to move to Nashville to be part of Charlotte's world.

This world is not just a workplace but a family and although at first she enjoys the events and amenitites which are all mandatory, she realizes that she must work long hours and meet the demands for loyalty to her boss and that everything comes at a price no matter how it is packaged.

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TENDERHEART

Knopf

Hetty Lui McKinnon

When you want to take your vegetables to the next level, we suggest Tenderheart: A Cookbook About Vegetables and Unbreakable Family Bonds. Hetty McKinnon uses this cookbook as an homage to her father, a Chinese immigrant in Australia. Her father moved to Sydney when he was a teen and learned English as he sold bananas at a local market. Growing up, she remembered him bringing home crates of produce. She learned about the beauty of these fruits and vegetables.

This cookbook is the result of her relationship and love of these foods which focuses on 22 of them and over 180 recipes including: Soy-Butter Bok Choy Pasta, Crispy Potato Tacos, and Miso Mushroom Ragu with Baked Polenta to name a few!

TIN TO TABLE: FANCY, SNACKY RECIPES FOR TIN-THUSIASTS AND A-FISH-IONADOS

Chronicle Books

Anna Hezel

We all know about tinned fish; however, in Tin to Table: Fancy, Snacky Recipes for Tin-Thusiasts and A-Fish-Ionados, there are over 50 recipes that cover snacks, salads, mains, and more that you can create! All of the dishes are flavorful and are inspired by many seafaring destinations across the globe.

You'll find a greater appreciation for these dishes as well as gain inspiration for your next meal whether eating solo or with friends. We're looking forward to making: Sardine Curry Puffs, Caesar Popcorn, and Vermouth Hour Potato Chips with Mussels, Olives, and Piparras.

SUZANNE RHEINSTEIN: A

WELCOMING ELEGANCE

Rizzoli

Suzanne Rheinstein

We love the perfect coffee table book that transports us and this home decor book takes us to the past and shows how we can bring it forward. in Suzannre Rheinstein: A Welcoming Elegance, she takes us through her love of pieces from various eras and bringing them forward in a modern and elegant way!

Using this book as a form of inspiration, you can see the work that she has done with previous clients and how she was able to bring their vision to life. You have access to artwork, personal collections and an array of styles from Georgian libraries, San Francisco townhouses, guesthouses and so much more.

We know that this book will be a great way to plan future interior projects that you may have regardless of the size or the time of year.

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