Our review of : Sacred Spaces

The Last Castle tells the story of love, loss, and American royalty in the nation’s largest home. Denise Kiernan draws on extensive research to describe how owner William Randolph Hearst transformed his San Simeon estate into a sprawling palace filled with antiques and works of art. She also recounts the tragic events that befell Hearst’s [...]

Eat a Peach is a memoir by David Chang. The book tells the story of Chang’s life, from his childhood in New York City to his rise as one of the world’s most celebrated chefs. Along the way, he offers insights into cuisine and cooking, family and fatherhood, and coming-of-age in America. For who is [...]

All Creatures Great and Small is the heartwarming memoirs of James Herriot, a veterinarian who dedicates his life to healing animals. From Yorkshire in England to the rural farms across Europe, James shares anecdotes about the many animals he has treated during his career – from cats and dogs to horses and cows. Warm, funny, [...]

In Medium Raw, Anthony Bourdain offers a blistering indictment of the modern culinary world and its practitioners. He blasts celebrity chefs for their lack of integrity and originality. And he’s equally harsh on corporate restaurateurs who sacrifice quality in order to serve prefabricated food that tastes the same in Milwaukee as it does in Minneapolis. [...]

The Other End of the Leash is a compelling book written by Patricia McConnell PhD that explores why we behave in certain ways around dogs. The author applies years of scientific research and personal experience to provide readers with a better understanding of dog behavior and how to develop closer relationships with their pets. This [...]

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 [...]

If you have ADHD, Organizing Solutions for People with ADHD, 2nd Edition – Revised and Updated is the book for you. Written by Susan C. Pinsky, a professional organizer who specializes in working with people who have ADHD, this book provides tips and tools to help you take charge of your life and get organized. [...]

The Omnivore’s Dilemma is a natural history of four meals. It examines the question of what we should eat from all angles, exploring everything from the ecology and economics of food production to the biology and nutrition of our bodies. The book offers an insightful look at the modern American diet and its effects on [...]

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 [...]

Erin French was living the dream–she had a successful career as a food photographer in New York City. But when she lost her job, Erin found herself at a crossroads. She could stay in the city and try to rebuild her life or move back home to rural Vermont and start over from scratch. Determined [...]

Kitchen Confidential is a fascinating, insider’s look at the culinary world written by renowned chef Anthony Bourdain. From his first apprenticeship in a restaurant kitchen to running his own establishment, he spills all of the secrets and stories behind what goes on in kitchens across the country. This book provides a unique perspective into the [...]

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 [...]