Our review of : Outdoor Kids in an Inside World

The Art of Raising a Puppy is written by the Monks of New Skete, who are experts in dog training and puppy care. The book provides comprehensive advice on every stage of raising a healthy and well-behaved puppy, from choosing the right breed to housebreaking and obedience training. For who is this book for ? [...]

In this touching and highly anticipated memoir, Dean Koontz tells the story of Trixie, his big little dog who was by his side for ten joy-filled years. From her earliest days as a bouncy puppy to her last romp in the park, Trixie brought laughter and love into Dean’s life and he into hers. She [...]

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up is a book about decluttering and organizing your home. Author Marie Kondo provides tips on how to rid yourself of excess possessions, make decisions quickly and easily, and create a streamlined living space that brings peace and happiness into your life. For who is this book for ? This [...]

This stunning, comprehensive oral biography of Anthony Bourdain features more than 100 firsthand interviews with Bourdain’s colleagues, friends, and family members. Bourdain was a larger-than-life figure who both loved and loathed the public eye. Woolever has captured revealing and poignant insights into his life and work from those who knew him best—including longtime friend Eric [...]

In Sink Reflections, Marla Cilley – the FlyLady herself – shares her best-kept secrets for decluttering your home and living a more organized life. Drawing on her twenty years of experience helping people transform their homes and lives, Marla provides step-by-step instructions and worksheets to help you: Sort through overwhelming clutter Create simple systems that [...]

The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning is a how-to guide for freeing yourself and your family from the burden of clutter. Written by Margareta Magnusson, an elderly Swedish woman who has prepped her entire family for death cleaning, the book offers simple tips for decluttering your home and organizing your affairs. Whether you’re preparing [...]

If you’re feeling frazzled and out of sorts, The Well-Gardened Mind might be just what the doctor ordered. Written by an experienced gardener, this book offers plenty of advice on how to restore your balance by incorporating nature into your everyday life. From growing vegetables in a container garden to taking a relaxing walk in [...]

This book is about the author’s journey to connect with horses through science and spirituality. It chronicles her work with horse sanctuaries around the world, as well as her own personal experiences working with these animals. The author shares what she has learned about how horses interact spiritually with humans, and provides tips for building [...]

This book is a bite-sized history of France, presented through the lens of its food. From stories of revolution and war to tales of Enlightenment-era gastronomes, Stephane Henaut offers up a delicious slice of French history that will leave readers feeling both informed and hungry. For who is this book for ? This book is [...]

Reese Witherspoon invites you into her world, where she shares how southern hospitality and a love of good food, drink, and dipping toes into all that life has to offer have led her to create the kind of lifestyle most women only dream about. In Whiskey in a Teacup: What Growing Up in the South [...]

In Funny Farm, author Laurie Zaleski tells the story of her unexpected life as the caretaker of a 600-animal rescue farm. With no farming experience whatsoever, she found herself taking in all kinds of rescued animals—from chickens and pigs to llamas and peacocks. Filled with charming stories and hilarious photos, this book offers an entertaining [...]

“My Life in France” is a book by Julia Child that tells the story of her life in Paris. In it, she discusses everything from her love for French food to her experiences during World War II. The book offers an interesting look at French culture and provides some great recipes too! For who is [...]