Our review of : The Afrominimalist’s Guide to Living with Less

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 [...]

“Crying in H Mart” is a memoir by Michelle Zauner about her experiences growing up as a mixed-race girl in a Korean American family. Raised primarily by her immigrant mother, Zauner explores the challenges of balancing two cultures and trying to find her place within them. She also reflects on how food has played an [...]

When it comes to decluttering, most of us know we need to do it, but we don’t know where to start. Dana K. White offers a step-by-step guide that takes the struggle out of getting rid of unwanted belongings and creating the simplified life you desire. You’ll learn how to identify your clutter triggers, develop [...]

Declutter Like a Mother is the ultimate guide to decluttering your home and your life. Author Allie Casazza provides a step-by-step plan for organizing and streamlining every area of your life, from closets and cupboards to finances and family schedules. With Casazza’s advice, you can finally get rid of the clutter that’s been stressing you [...]

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 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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 ? [...]

Anthony Bourdain, legendary chef and author of Kitchen Confidential turns his unsparing eye to the world’s most fascinating and far-flung destinations in this irreverent guidebook. From finding the best hole-in-the wall eats in Barcelona to getting drunk with nuns in Dublin, Bourdain offers a unique take on places you thought you knew (or always wanted [...]

Salt is more than just a mineral that makes things taste like salt. It has been at the center of human civilization for millennia. In this book, Mark Kurlansky tells the story of salt from its very beginning to the present day. Salt was once so valuable that it caused wars and revolutions. Today, it [...]