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 WILLA OF THE WOOD From the #1 New York Times-bestselling author comes an eerie new series set in the world of Serafina about a young night-spirit torn between the day world and her forest clan. [Disney-Hyperion] |
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 THE BROKEN ORNAMENT When a beloved ornament breaks, will it ruin the holidays or actually save them? A story sure to become a Christmas classic from the bestselling author and Caldecott Honoree. Ages 4 to 8. [Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers] |
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 CROSSWORD JIGSAW® DOUBLE CHALLENGE PUZZLE, 2nd EDITION THE CROSSWORD JIGSAW is a unique and intriguing challenge for the seasoned crossword addict. First, solve the crossword on the enclosed sheet, then use the completed crossword as a guide to solve the 550-piece jigsaw puzzle. The jigsaw can be completed again with a fresh, blank crossword puzzle sheet available online. Ages 13 and up. [Babalu] |
 GRIM LOVELIES In this glittering first book in a new, epic YA fantasy series, secrets have been long buried, friends can become enemies, and everything comes at a price. [Houghton Mifflin] |
 CROSSWORD JIGSAW® DOUBLE CHALLENGE PUZZLE THE CROSSWORD JIGSAW is a unique and intriguing challenge for the seasoned crossword addict. First, solve the crossword on the enclosed sheet, then use the completed crossword as a guide to solve the 550-piece jigsaw puzzle. The jigsaw can be completed again with a fresh, blank crossword puzzle sheet available online. Ages 13 and up. [Babalu] |
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CHOMP GOES THE ALLIGATOR An irresistible picture book about a very hungry alligator who likes to chomp, delighting readers as they learn animal names, colors, and counting. Ages 3 to 6. [Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books] |
GROW UP, DAVID! In this funny romp, David careens from one mischievous antic to the next—until he finally wins his brother's approval. Ages 4 to 7. [Blue Sky Press] |
ELBOW GREASE A small, electric truck with a lot of gumption enters the Monster Truck Grand Prix to prove to his brothers that he is just as capable as they are. Ages 4 to 7. [Random House Books for Young Readers] |
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BEE STILL Rather than frantic buzzing, lovable honeybee Bentley uses meditation to help calm himself and find inner peace. [Magination Press] |
SANTA BRUCE When his forest friends insist Bruce the bear stay awake to celebrate Christmas, the youngest forest creatures mistake him for Santa! [Disney-Hyperion] |
LITTLE WORLDS A diverse group of children in their own self-constructed little worlds explore and play freely, develop their identities, and learn to understand others. Ages 4 to 8. [Magination Press] |
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GIRAFFE PROBLEMS Cyrus the giraffe can't understand why his neck is as long and bendy and, well, ridiculous as it is. Does it even have a purpose? Ages 3 to 7. [Random House Books for Young Readers] |
ADRIAN SIMCOX DOES NOT HAVE A HORSE A classic in the making, this heartwarming story about empathy is one that families will treasure for years to come. Ages 4 to 7. [Dial Books] |
HARBOR ME In her first middle-grade novel since National Book Award winner Brown Girl Dreaming, Woodson celebrates the healing that can occur when students share their stories. Ages 10 and up. [Nancy Paulsen Books] |
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GHOST BOYS This instant New York Times bestseller is a heartbreaking and powerful story about a black youth killed by a white police officer, drawing connections through history, from award-winning author Rhodes. [Little, Brown Books for Young Readers] |
DACTYL HILL SQUAD The astounding first book in a new series from bestselling author Older that blends history and fantasy like never before. Ages 8 to 12. [Arthur A. Levine Books] |
WINNIE'S GREAT WAR In the vein of Paxcomes a middle-grade novel based on the true story of the bear that inspired Winnie the Pooh from the same team behind the Caldecott-winning picture book Finding Winnie. [Little, Brown Books for Young Readers] |
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GRENADE The bestselling author of Refugee returns with a high-octane story set on the island of Okinawa, near Japan in 1945. Ages 10 to 14. [Scholastic Press] |
EXPLORER ACADEMY Danger and adventure await 12-year-old Cruz Coronado as he joins an elite school for explorers. Inspiredreal-life explorers from National Geographic. Ages 8 to 12. [Under the Stars] |
FLASHBACK The unforgettable seventh book in the bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series finds Sophie and her friends taking one of their biggest risks ever. Ages 8 to 12. [Aladdin Paperbacks] |
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WUNDERSMITH The heart-pounding sequel to the New York Times-bestselling and #1 Kids' Indie Next Pick Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow, as the heroine battles a new evil. Ages 9 to 12. [Little, Brown Books for Young Readers] |
MONSTROUS DEVICES A captivating, cinematic Raiders of the Lost Ark-type adventure with a sinister Toy Story twist. Ages 8 to 12. [Viking Books for Young Readers] |
ARU SHAH AND THE END OF TIME Twelve-year-old Aru stretches the truth to fit in at her private school, but when dared to prove an ancient lamp is cursed, she inadvertently frees an ancient demon. Ages 9 to 12. [Rick Riordan Presents] |
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A LONG LINE OF CAKES Two-time National Book Award finalist Wiles introduces readers to a family of traveling bakers newly arrived in legendary Aurora County, Mississippi. Ages 8 to 12. [Scholastic Press] |
MOTHER KNOWS BEST The fifth installment of Valentino's Villains series retells the story of Mother Gothel, the old witch who kept Rapunzel in a tower. Ages 8 to 12. [Disney Press] |
MAX EINSTEIN: THE GENIUS EXPERIMENT What Harry Potter did for magic, Max Einstein does for kids' imaginations! Officially approvedthe Albert Einstein Archives, Max Einstein is a young genius who solves the world's toughest problems using science. [Jimmy Patterson] |
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DORK DIARIES: TALES FROM A NOT-SO-HAPPY BIRTHDAY Will Nikki Maxwell's birthday be a blast or a bust? Find out in the 13th installment of the blockbuster Dork Diaries series! Ages 9 to 13. [Aladdin Paperbacks] |
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LOUISIANA'S WAY HOME Louisiana Elefante is back as two-time Newbery Medalist DiCamillo tells a story of discovering who you are—and deciding who you want to be. Ages 10 to 13. [Candlewick Press] |
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children's nonfiction |
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FLY WITH ME This beautifully curated collection highlights the role birds play in human life. Paired with stunning art and photography and beautiful design, this treasury is sure to become a classic for all bird enthusiasts. [National Geographic Society] |
MARVELOUS MARAVILLOSO Presented from the point of view of a young interracial child, this sweet, simple story discusses the colors of the world and the colors of the people in a family. [Magination Press] |
BABY LOVES SCIENCE BOXED SET Satisfy baby's growing curiosity with this clever set of four Baby Loves Science board books and an adorable periodic table poster of the alphabet. [Charlesbridge Publishing] |
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NARWHAL AND JELLY BOOK AND PUPPET SET The first book in the award-winning, bestselling Narwhal and Jelly series now comes with the perfect reading companion—an adorable plush Narwhal. Ages 6 to 9. [Magination Press] |
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DISNEY IDEAS BOOK Bring your love of Disney to life with more than 100 amazing and creative projects and activities: arts and crafts, party games, puzzles, papercraft, and much more. © 2018 Disney/Pixar. [DK Publishing] |
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SEEING STARS A graphically stunning, comprehensive introduction to all 88 nationally recognized constellations, complete with star maps and a glossary. Ages 7 to 10. [Phaidon Press] |
THE ATLAS OBSCURA EXPLORER'S GUIDE FOR THE WORLD'S MOST ADVENTUROUS KID The team behind the bestselling Atlas Obscura presents a kid's illustrated guide to more than 150 of the world's most mesmerizing and mysterious wonders. Ages 8 to 12. [Workman Publishing] |
AN ANTHOLOGY OF INTRIGUING ANIMALS Covering more than 100 species, this beautiful compendium contains incredible stories and myths behind kids' favorite animals. Ages 7 to 10. [DK Publishing] |
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WEIRD BUT TRUE KNOW-IT-ALL: GREEK MYTHOLOGY Dive a little deeper into the quirky side of the Greek gods, goddesses, heroes, heroines, monsters, and mortals. Ages 8 to 12. [National Geographic Society] |
THE POETRY OF US Join the former U.S. Children's Poet Laureate on a lyrical journey through the varied and vibrant culture of America. Ages 8 to 12. [National Geographic Society] |
NEVER TOO YOUNG! From artists to inventors, activists to scientists, read about 50 kids and young adults who accomplished amazing things. "By focusing on individuals from different eras and geographies, Weintraub affirms that there are myriad ways to live and to make an impact."—Publishers Weekly. Ages 8 to 12. [Sterling Children's Books] |
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FOOD FIGHT! Grab your knife and fork and dig in! See human history through the lens of food with award-winning celebrity food editor and author Steel. Thirty kid-tested & approved recipes inside! Ages 10 and up. [National Geographic Society] |
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING KIDS BAKE! Ready, set, BAKE! Featuring more than 100 simple triple-tested recipes, from Bacon Cheese Popovers to Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake, this is the perfect book for young bakers! Ages 8 to 12. [Hearst] |
THE COMPLETE COOKBOOK FOR YOUNG CHEFS THE cookbook EVERY YOUNG CHEF needs! For the first time ever, America's Test Kitchen is bringing their expertise and know-how to young chefs. Kid-tested and kid-approved! Ages 8 to 12. [Sourcebooks Jabberwocky] |
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young adult fiction |
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CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE "The new J.K. Rowling" (Entertainment Weekly) conjures a stunning world of dark magic and danger in her West African-inspired fantasy debut—the launch volume of her Legacy of Orisha series. [Henry Holt and Company] |
THE DARKEST STAR The bestselling author of the Lux series brings her trademark drama and intrigue to the first book in her new Origin series. Ages 13 to 18. [Tor Teen] |
BRIDGE OF CLAY An unforgettable and sweeping family saga from the author of The Book Thief. Ages 14 and up. [Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers] |
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THE LAST SUPPERS The story of an unforgettable woman in 1950s Louisiana whose quest to provide meals for death row prisoners leads her into the secrets of her own past. [Kensington Publishing Corporation] |
THIS SCORCHED EARTH An amazing tour de force from Gear, depicting a family's journey from devastation to rebirth following the American Civil War. [Forge] |
THE RECKONING The bestelling author returns to Clanton, Mississippi, to tell the story of an unthinkable murder and the bizarre trial that follows. [Doubleday Books] |
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NINE PERFECT STRANGERS The bestselling author of Big Little Lies gathers nine perfect strangers at a health resort where they will discover if time spent there can change them forever. [Flatiron Books] |
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EVERY BREATH #1 New York Times-bestselling author Sparks returns with a story about a chance encounter that becomes a touchstone for two individuals—transcending decades, continents, and fate. [Grand Central Publishing] |
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A SEASON TO CELEBRATE The author's 2018 Christmas anthology makes the holiday merry with four stories of the special way the holidays warm our hearts. [Zebra] |
SEA PRAYER A short, powerful, illustrated bookbeloved novelist Hosseini, written in response to the current refugee crisis. [Riverhead Books] |
KINGDOM OF THE BLIND The new Chief Inspector Gamache novel finds Armand Gamache using desperate measures to solve a mystery that leads him to see his own blind spots. [Minotaur Books] |
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HOPE NEVER DIES Vice President Joe Biden and President Barack Obama team up in this high-stakes thriller that combines mystery with laugh-out-loud bromantic chemistry. [Quirk Books] |
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MISS KOPP JUST WON'T QUIT Constance's hard-won job as deputy sheriff is on the line in the fourth installment of Stewart's Kopp Sisters series. [Houghton Mifflin] |
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biography, autobiography & memoir |
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IN PIECES In this memoir, an American icon tells her story for the first time, and in her own words—about a challenging childhood and a powerful legacy that shaped her journey. [Grand Central Publishing] |
THE GOOD NEIGHBOR The first full-length biography of the children's television pioneer and American cultural icon draws on original interviews, oral histories, and archival documents to tell Rogers' engaging story. [Abrams Press] |
CONGRATULATIONS, WHO ARE YOU AGAIN? A hilarious new memoir from the winner of the Thurber Prize for American Humor that takes a no-holds-barred look at the life of every ambitious human creature. [Harper Perennial] |
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REAGAN The New York Times-bestselling author delivers an absorbing, richly detailed, even revelatory chronicle of the full arc of Ronald Reagan's epic life. [Penguin Press] |
MAID Evicted meets Nickel and Dimed in Land's memoir about working as a maid—a beautiful and gritty exploration of poverty in America. Includes a foreword by Barbara Ehrenreich. [Hachette Books]
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BROTHER TO A DRAGONFLY The National Book Award-nominated memoir of a preacher, author, and civil rights activist, featuring a new foreword by Congressman John Lewis. [University Press of Mississippi] |
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history |
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THE LIBRARY BOOK The acclaimed bestselling author of Rin Tin Tin and The Orchid Thief reopens the unsolved mystery of the most catastrophic library fire in American history, and delivers a dazzling love letter to a beloved institution—our libraries. [Simon & Schuster] |
THESE TRUTHS In the most ambitious one-volume American history in decades, award-winning historian Lepore offers a magisterial account of the origins and rise of a divided nation. [W.W. Norton & Company]
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MIXING IT UP Touching on an array of topics, this medley of writings examines how ideas of the South, and what it means to be southern, have changed over the last century. [Louisiana State University Press] |
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ALMANAC 2019 Surprising facts, stunning color photos, arresting infographics, and illuminating maps present the world in a whole new way in this one-of-a-kind annual. [National Geographic Society] |
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THE SOUTHERN LIVING PARTY COOKBOOK This modern edition brings inspired menu and entertaining tips from the definitive brand for all things southern, narrated by the South's consummate hostess. [Southern Living] |
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FLOWER COLOR GUIDE Showcasing 400 flowers at their peak, this reference organizes flower typescolor, with an emphasis on seasonality and creative color schemes. [Phaidon Press] |
ANIMAL: EXPLORING THE ZOOLOGICAL WORLD Explore the beauty and diversity of the animal world through more than 300 captivating images across time and from every corner of the globe. [Phaidon Press] |
MADE OUT OF STARS From the bestselling author of Start Where You Are and My Friend Fear comes a beautifully illustrated journal celebrating what makes each person uniquely amazing. [Tarcher Perigee] |
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WILLA OF THE WOOD From the #1 New York Times-bestselling author comes an eerie new series set in the world of Serafina about a young night-spirit torn between the day world and her forest clan. [Disney-Hyperion] |
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1,000 BOOKS TO READ BEFORE YOU DIE This ultimate book for book lovers moves across cultures and through time to present an eclectic collection of must-read titles. [Workman Publishing] |
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BATHED IN PRAYER A new must-have collection for fans of the bestselling Mitford series, featuring prayers, sermons, and inspiration from Father Tim, along with new essays by Karon. [G.P. Putnam's Sons] |
SOUTHERN SPLENDOR Through stunning photographs and firsthand accounts, this highly visual collection explores the legacies and restoration of historic antebellum homes in the South. [University Press of Mississippi] |
WRITERS From Shakespeare and Jane Austen to Gabriel García Márquez and Toni Morrison, this lavishly illustrated DK book features more than 100 biographies of the world's greatest writers. [DK Publishing] |
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 2018 southern book prize winners |
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MY LIFE, MY LOVE, MY LEGACY "I'm glad the first chapter is 'We Don't Have Time to Cry' because it, and Mrs. King, give strength and honesty if we are to face what our country is (and because I sure had a hard time stopping crying at times). Beautiful straight talking." — Angie Fleming, Givens Books, Lynchburg, Virginia [Henry Holt & Company] |
FLAME IN THE MIST "A fantastical tale woven like fine silk, Flame in the Mist transports readers to feudal Japan where we meet Mariko, and follow her on a quest that's conclusion will have her questioning everything she thinks she knows about family, honor, and love." — Star Lowe, Star Line Books, Chatttanooga, TN [G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers] |
THE LAST BALLAD "We need more women (and men) like Ella Mae Wiggins in this world. Someone who is willing to stand up for a better world no matter the cost. This is her story, and we are all better for having come to know it." — George Williams, MoonPie General Store, Pigeon Forge, TN [William Morrow & Company] |
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TUMBLE & BLUE "Sweet, magical, and wholly enjoyable—a little bit of magic, a grandparent in trouble, insurmountable obstacles, and selfless acts of friendship and love. Adorable, well-written, and sweet as fresh swamp water." — Mary Ruthless, Foggy Pine Books, Boone, NC [Dial Books/Puffin Books] |
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GRADLE BIRD "This story is the epitome of Southern Fiction, with its wild cast of characters and small-town setting." — Bess Long, My Sister's Books, Pawley's Island, SC [Koehler Books] |
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TEARS WE CANNOT STOP "Michael Eric Dyson is an urgent and impassioned cry for racial justice—justice that will not be reached without a reckoningwhite Americans' acknowledgment of its passivity and complicity to its addiction to power." — Caroline Green Christopoulos, Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe, Asheville, NC [St. Martin's Press] |
YOUNG JANE YOUNG "Zevin uses her unique voice to tell this sometimes hilarious and witty story in three points of view. Strong, smart women! A joy to read, and quite meaningful." — Jean Lewis, Copperfish Books, Punta Gorda, FL [Algonquin Books] |
BEFORE WE WERE YOURS "Lisa Wingate is a master storyteller, and I am particularly attached to her historical fiction. Each time I read one of the books, I learn of a part of our southern past that is mostly forgotten." — Jill Hendrix, Fiction Addiction, Greenville, SC [Ballantine Books] |
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photography |
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SPECTACLE An exquisite photo collection showcasing awe-inducing moments from around the world, from natural wonders to amusing curiosities. [National Geographic Society] |
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NASHVILLE A dynamic, experiential, and intimate portrait exploring the many sides of the legendary Southern city and country music capital. Foreword by Jon Meacham. [Harper Design] |
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cooking |
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UNITED TASTES OF THE SOUTH This is the ultimate guide to the South's best dishes. Gumbo, grits, crawfish, barbecue—the American South is a multicultural melting pot of flavor. [Southern Living] |
SOUTHERN SNACKS The author embraces the southern approach to snacking with 77 recipes interspersed with historical tidbits and humorous anecdotes from the snacking South. [University of North Carolina Press] |
MÉMÈRE'S COUNTRY CREOLE COOKBOOK Historic recipes unique to the "German Coast" combine with Wilson's memories to document the culture and cuisine of this little-noticed region of Louisiana. [Louisiana State University Press] |
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THE NEW VEGETARIAN SOUTH Chef Brulé brings her down-to-earth style to 105 recipes that will immediately appeal to vegetarians, vegans, and meat-eaters alike. [University of North Carolina Press] |
MISSISSIPPI VEGAN A collection of 125 delicious, plant-based southern recipes, all of which substitute ingredients without sacrificing depth of flavor. [Avery Publishing Group] |
PIE The veteran author takes the expression "easy as pie" seriously, sharing 57 recipes, each matched to one of 11 perfect pie crusts. [University of North Carolina Press] |
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MARTINA'S KITCHEN MIX At home or on the road, Martina knows how to entertain. She shows her love for friends and family with delicious meals. In her second cookbook, she shares all her family favorites. [Oxmoor House] |
GRANNY POTTYMOUTH'S FAST AS F*CK COOKBOOK The YouTube sensation behind the bad language and good eats shares favorites you'd expect at grandma's house, but with language you'd expect from a sailor. [Page Street Publishing] |
AFFORDABLE PALEO COOKING WITH YOUR INSTANT POT® Discover how to use easy-to-find, less expensive ingredients to create flavorful, healthy meals in half the time with an Instant Pot®. [Page Street Publishing] |
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SPICE Calling all spice fans, adventurers, and curious cooks: Spice outlines the science behind the flavors and helps you choose, with confidence, how to use spices that perfectly complement each other. [DK Publishing] |
LET'S EAT FRANCE! The most joyful, most colorful, most compulsively readable French food bible—a feast for food lovers and Francophiles. [Artisan Publishers] |
COCONUTS & COLLARDS Brimming with humor and nostalgia, this is a recipe-packed memoir of growing up Latina in the Deep South. [University Press of Florida] |
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spirits guides |
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MOONSHINE This buzz-worthy ride through moonshine's legendary history is the ultimate must-have for aspiring connoisseurs, boozy history buffs, and party seekers everywhere. [Citadel Press] |
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ATLAS OF BEER This ultimate beer lover's guide to the world is filled with stunning photography, unique drinking destinations, little-known histories, and insider knowledge from around the globe. [National Geographic Society] |
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