Put on your overalls and have a stroll Around The Farm in this amazing sound book! Your little one can press 30 different sound buttons while they read to bring the amazing art stylings of Eric Carle to life!This sound books is special because:Hands on interaction engages young readersMultisensory reading experiences stimulate the imaginations of young readersSharing books with your little one strengthens your bondFeatures the art stylings of Eric Carle, writer and illustrator of The Very Hungry CaterpillarIncludes an amazing amount of animals: bull, cow, goat, pig, sheep, lamb, donkey, horse, hen, turkey, chick, rooster, cat, dog, mouse, frog, duck, turtle, fish, crow, sparrow, owl, woodpecker, snake, rabbit, cricket, dragonfly, bee, butterfly, and Eric Carle’s famous very hungry caterpillar Read more

Diana Gabaldon is the New York Times bestselling author of Outlander, Dragonfly in Amber, Voyager, and Drums of Autumn. A masterful novel of passion and a love spanning centuries, The Fiery Cross is the highly anticipated, triumphant continuation of the phenomenally popular Outlander series. Eighteenth-century Scotsman James Fraser and his 20th-century time-travelling wife, Claire Randall, have emigrated to the beautiful countryside of the Royal Colony of North Carolina. The year is now 1771, and dissidents are stirring throughout the American colonies. Claire forewarns James of the impending war and the dangers it may bring to their clan. Will her knowledge of America’s tumultuous revolution be enough to guide them through a dangerously uncertain future? Read more

Diana Gabaldon's magnificent historical saga, begun with Outlander and Dragonfly in Amber, continues with this New York Times best seller. Set in the intriguing Scotland of 200 years ago, the third installment in the romantic adventures of Jamie and Claire is as compelling as the first. Now that Claire knows Jamie survived the slaughter at Culloden, she is faced with the most difficult decision of her life. She aches to travel back through time again to find the love of her life, but, in order to do that, she must leave their daughter behind. It has been 20 years since she and Jamie were forced to separate. Can she risk everything, maybe even her life, on a gamble that their love has withstood the long, rigorous test of time? Diana Gabaldon's powerful, witty, and heroic characters lend themselves well to the rich, melodic narration accorded them by Davina Porter. Under her spell, listeners find themselves transported back through time to exciting, faraway places alive with people they would enjoy knowing. Read more

From the award-winning creators of 'Uh-OH! My Dragon's Hungry' comes a hilariously heartwarming, must-have picture book that's sure to leave you with the "warm and fuzzies" (and a new appreciation for your four-legged family members)!The family dog has a LOT to get off his chest. Because, well, living with children can be...challenging.Between playing dress-up, being squeezed too tightly, and dirty toys in Dog's water bowl, this canine has had ENOUGH!!Will Dog find that there are sweet moments to be cherished amidst the chaos?----"This humorous, lively dog's-eye view provides gentle instruction for interacting with pets." - Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)★ Kirkus Star Recipient★ Grand Prize Winner, Purple Dragonfly Awards★ 1st Place, Children's Pet Books, Purple Dragonfly Awards★ 1st Place, Children's Books 6+, Purple Dragonfly AwardsA must-have book for kids ages: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 and grades K-3 Read more

From the award-winning creators of 'Uh-OH! My Dragon's Hungry' comes a hilariously heartwarming, must-have picture book that's sure to leave you with the "warm and fuzzies" (and a new appreciation for your four-legged family members)!The family dog has a LOT to get off his chest. Because, well, living with children can be...challenging.Between playing dress-up, being squeezed too tightly, and dirty toys in Dog's water bowl, this canine has had ENOUGH!!Will Dog find that there are sweet moments to be cherished amidst the chaos?----"This humorous, lively dog's-eye view provides gentle instruction for interacting with pets." - Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)★ Kirkus Star Recipient★ Grand Prize Winner, Purple Dragonfly Awards★ 1st Place, Children's Pet Books, Purple Dragonfly Awards★ 1st Place, Children's Books 6+, Purple Dragonfly AwardsA must-have book for kids ages: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 and grades K-3 Read more

Ladybugs, snails, and butterflies! Oh my! This charming introduction to ten garden bugs, paired with friendly text and bold, basic patterns, provides a great high-contrast experience for young developing eyes.Newborns cannot fully recognize colors, so the sharp contrast between black and white patterns and illustrations allows babies to follow along and make connections to the real world, an important building block for communication skills.Using simple greetings like "Hello, bumblebee" and "Good to see you, dragonfly" alongside black-and-white art by Julissa Mora, Hello, Garden Bugs is the perfect board book for babies just beginning to look around and learn about their world.Also available: Hello, Baby AnimalsHello, My WorldHello, Ocean Friends Read more

Unicorns and Horses and Snakes, oh my! Princess Naomi Helps a Unicorn is a Mom's Choice Gold Award and Family Choice Award Recipient.Interactive movement wrapped up in a charming story of sibling angst, anger management, compassion, and triumph.Fed up with her annoying sister, Naomi storms out of the castle, only to discover a unicorn in need of help. With a sense of purpose, she quickly forgets her anger.Ballerina Konora joins each page with movement suggestions. Kids can act out the story and practice dance fundamentals.“Cheerful and heartwarming, this movement adventure will inspire creative expression through imagination.—Mary Lanni, Librarian/ReviewerMovement, technique, and dance concepts in this story include:chassé forwardchassé sidewaysleaps (grand jetés)rond de jambeleg liftscobra (back stretch)twistingmuscle activation – on/off musclesmoving with emotionconcept of open/closedconcept of powerful movementconcept of low/medium/highMajor themes include sibling friendship, managing emotions, empathy, forgiveness, and helping.The books can be used as a supplement for dance or theater studio classes or camps. Princess Naomi Helps a Unicorn would be pair well with themes such as dance, unicorns, princess tales, horses, mythical animals, flowers, and castles.The Dance-It-Out! movement journeys are ideal for dance, pre-ballet, creative movement, preschool, daycare, early learning, physical education, homeschool, kindergarten, or first-grade activities. The full collection features male, female, and ungendered diverse characters. Books make a great gift for kids interested in dance, ballet, gymnastics, or yoga, or reluctant readers who enjoy getting up and moving.With kind characters, subtle life lessons, and a positive role model in Ballerina Konora, teachers love the kid-approved, ready-made, easy additions to curriculum and lesson planning. Children at home adore the stories that “young readers will return to again and again” (—Reedsy).About the AuthorOnce Upon a Dance offers movement, breath, joy, connection and imagination through stories.The books are lovingly crafted by a mother-daughter pair. Ballerina Konora is living her dreams as a professional ballerina. Her mother, Teacher Terrel, taught creative movement and ballet for decades and was recognized by her local City Council for embodying the spirit of partnership and commitment to children in our community for her work with young dancers. Terrel's breathed dance from every angle and has worked in education and with various non-profits supporting kids and families. Visit www.OnceUponADance.com for information about their books (28 titles spanning ages 3-12), charity partners, teacher resources, kids' bonus activities, and awards such as:• Kirkus Reviews Starred Review • Outstanding Creator Awards Top 10 Author of 2022• PenCraft Award First Place Winner • Firebird Book Award First Place • Royal Dragonfly Book Award First Place• Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Book Juvenile Fiction • Outstanding Creator Awards Winner - Best Children's Book Read more

New York Times bestselling author Shelley Noble wows with a gripping historical novel about the real-life “Tiffany Girls,” a fascinating and largely unknown group of women artists behind Tiffany’s most legendary glassworks.It’s 1899, and Manhattan is abuzz. Louis Comfort Tiffany, famous for his stained-glass windows, is planning a unique installation at the Paris World’s Fair, the largest in history. At their fifth-floor studio on Fourth Avenue, the artists of the Women’s Division of the Tiffany Glass Company are already working longer shifts to finish the pieces that Tiffany hopes will prove that he is the world’s finest artist in glass. Known as the “Tiffany Girls,” these women are responsible for much of the design and construction of Tiffany’s extraordinary glassworks, but none receive credit.Emilie Pascal, daughter of an art forger, has been shunned in Paris art circles after the unmasking of her abusive father. Wanting nothing more than a chance to start a new life, she forges a letter of recommendation in hopes of fulfilling her destiny as an artist in the one place where she will finally be free to live her own life.Grace Griffith is the best copyist in the studio, spending her days cutting glass into floral borders for Tiffany’s religious stained-glass windows. But none of her coworkers know her secret: she is living a double life as a political cartoonist under the pseudonym of G.L. Griffith—hiding her identity as a woman.As manager of the women’s division, Clara Driscoll is responsible for keeping everything on schedule and within budget. But in the lead-up to the most important exhibition of her career, not only are her girls becoming increasingly difficult to wrangle, she finds herself obsessed with a new design: a dragonfly lamp that she has no idea will one day become Tiffany’s signature piece.Brought together by chance, driven by their desire to be artists in one of the only ways acceptable for women in their time, these “Tiffany Girls” will break the glass ceiling of their era and for working women to come.This historical fiction novel set in the Gilded Age of New York City is a perfect gift for any woman interested in art, history, or strong women breaking the glass ceiling of their era. Read more

There’s never been a better time to discover the novels behind the blockbuster Starz original series Outlander. Blending rich historical fiction with riveting adventure and a truly epic love story, here are the first four books of Diana Gabaldon’s New York Times bestselling saga that introduced the world to the brilliant Claire Randall and valiant Highlander Jamie Fraser:   OUTLANDER DRAGONFLY IN AMBER VOYAGER DRUMS OF AUTUMN   Scottish Highlands, 1945. Claire Randall, a former British combat nurse, is just back from the war and reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon when she walks through a standing stone in one of the ancient circles that dot the British Isles. Suddenly she is a Sassenach—an “outlander”—in a Scotland torn by war and raiding clans in the year of Our Lord . . . 1743. Claire is catapulted into the intrigues of a world that threatens her life, and may shatter her heart. Marooned amid danger, passion, and violence, her only chance of safety lies in Jamie Fraser, a gallant young Scots warrior. What begins in compulsion becomes urgent need, and Claire finds herself torn between two very different men, in two irreconcilable lives.   Praise for Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander novels   “Marvelous and fantastic adventures, romance, sex . . . perfect escape reading.”—San Francisco Chronicle, on Outlander   “History comes deliciously alive on the page.”—New York Daily News, on Outlander   “Gabaldon is a born storyteller. . . . The pages practically turn themselves.”—The Arizona Republic, on Dragonfly in Amber   “Triumphant . . . Her use of historical detail and a truly adult love story confirm Gabaldon as a superior writer.”—Publishers Weekly, on Voyager   “Unforgettable characters . . . richly embroidered with historical detail.”—The Cincinnati Post, on Drums of Autumn Read more

USA Today Bestseller! Named one of People Magazine's 50 Food Faves of 2022!? Oy with the poodles already! The first official collection of recipes inspired by the world of the fast-talking Gilmore Girls.Gilmore Girls: The Official Cookbook features dishes from every corner of Stars Hollow and beyond, including the Dragonfly Inn, Weston’s Bakery, Al’s Pancake World, Luke’s Diner, and Emily and Richard’s dinner table . Fans will delight in recreating iconic dishes from the beloved series, such as Sookie’s Risotto, Mrs. Kim’s Flaxseed Muffins, Luke’s Cheeseburger and Fries, and, of course, the perfect cup of coffee! This official cookbook also includes clever cooking tips from Sookie, hosting tips from Michel, etiquette tips from Emily Gilmore, and the wisdom from Lorelai and Rory for cooking fast and talking faster. MORE THAN 50 RECIPES: Dozens of recipes for Stars Hollow favorites from Sookie’s Risotto to Luke’s Cheeseburger. TIPS FROM SOOKIE: Recreate iconic dishes from Gilmore Girls with tips from Chef Sookie! Where easy-to-follow step-by-step directions lead, you can follow. RECIPES FOR EVERY OCCASION: Whip up delicious dishes for everything from a mother-daughter brunch to a family dinner to a celebration for the whole town! FILLED WITH PHOTOS: Includes gorgeous full-color photos of recipes to help ensure success, as well as beloved moments from the series. THE FIRST OFFICIAL GILMORE GIRLS COOKBOOK: The only cookbook with official recipes direct from the set of Gilmore Girls. Read more

Get ready for hours of immersive paper-folding fun with this ultimate origami guide! Robert J. Lang, an origami master, presents 37 stunning and easy-to-follow models in this incredibly well-illustrated guide that will keep you captivated from start to finish.  Discover hours of fun with this comprehensive origami book by veteran origami artist Robert J. Lang. With over 1,000 detailed drawings and a photograph of the finished model accompanying each step-by-step direction, you'll find 37 captivating models to create, whether you're an experienced paper folder or just starting out. This book has everything, from a kangaroo, nun, rocket, or bust of King Tut, to a dragonfly, dinosaur, winged Pegasus, or cicada. You'll even learn to create action folds with moving parts, such as flapping birds, rowing ships, and fiddling violinists.The author also includes:  An Introduction to the History of OrigamiHelpful hints on tools and materialsA key to the folding symbolsThe Complete Book of Origami offers hours of enjoyment and personal satisfaction for the beginner and delicately crafted challenges for the expert. Projects are arranged in order of difficulty, from simple to complex, and include:Introductory folds to teach beginners how to fold a duck, fish, swan, cap, shark, kangaroo, rocket, vulture, and othersAdvanced folds for a gerbil, dragonfly, bald eagle, grasshopper, Dimetrodon, deer, and winged Pegasus Three-dimensional fold models of a cube, rabbit, elephant, parrot, tarantula, cicada, and more Action folds featuring moving parts that form a flapping wing seagull, monkey, Viking rowing ship, fiddling violinist, bassist, pianist, and cuckoo clock for the expert paper folder. Read more

Recipient of two Purple Dragonfly AwardsJoin Sally Strawberry and Billy Blueberry on an extraordinary and interactive adventure through the garden! Best friends Sally and Billy are ready for a fun day in Fruit Garden! After sliding down Mango Mountain and flying over Cherry Cliff, they accidentally land in the mysterious Vegetable Garden. In their search to return home, a helpful squash tells the friends that ten clues will lead them to the secret gate. The pair must quickly find and solve them all before the gate locks at sunset. Will Sally and Billy conquer their quest to return home, or will they be left to ripen with the veggies? Children will love to solve the clues about vegetables and see which part of the garden they get to explore next! This unique tale, filled with delightful rhymes and vivid watercolor illustrations, is one kids will want to read over and over again! Read more

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A STARZ ORIGINAL SERIES Unrivaled storytelling. Unforgettable characters. Rich historical detail. These are the hallmarks of Diana Gabaldon’s work. Her New York Times bestselling Outlander novels have earned the praise of critics and captured the hearts of millions of fans. Here is the story that started it all, introducing two remarkable characters, Claire Beauchamp Randall and Jamie Fraser, in a spellbinding novel of passion and history that combines exhilarating adventure with a love story for the ages.One of the top ten best-loved novels in America, as seen on PBS’s The Great American Read!Scottish Highlands, 1945. Claire Randall, a former British combat nurse, is just back from the war and reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon when she walks through a standing stone in one of the ancient circles that dot the British Isles. Suddenly she is a Sassenach—an “outlander”—in a Scotland torn by war and raiding clans in the year of Our Lord . . . 1743. Claire is catapulted into the intrigues of a world that threatens her life, and may shatter her heart. Marooned amid danger, passion, and violence, Claire learns her only chance of safety lies in Jamie Fraser, a gallant young Scots warrior. What begins in compulsion becomes urgent need, and Claire finds herself torn between two very different men, in two irreconcilable lives.This eBook includes the full text of the novel plus the following additional content:• An excerpt from Diana Gabaldon’s Dragonfly in Amber, the second novel in the Outlander series • An interview with Diana Gabaldon • An Outlander reader’s guide Praise for Outlander “Marvelous and fantastic adventures, romance, sex . . . perfect escape reading.”—San Francisco Chronicle “History comes deliciously alive on the page.”—New York Daily News Read more

A VERY classic from Eric Carle, creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar!One day a tiny cricket is born and meets a big cricket who chirps his welcome. The tiny cricket tries to respond, but there is no sound. The quiet cricket then makes his way into the world, meeting one insect after another, each of whom greets the little cricket with a cheery hello--the hum of a bee, the whirr of a dragonfly, the whisper of a praying mantis. The cricket rubs his wings together each time, but nothing happens, not a sound. Until the day he meets another cricket, a female, and something different happens . . .As children turn the page on this wonderful moment, they are greeted with a surprise--an actual chirp!Full of Eric Carle's gorgeous and lush collage art, a gentle rhythmic text for read-alouds, and a wonder-inducing surprise at the end, The Very Quiet Cricket remains an all-time favorite from one of the true masters of picture-book making.Batteries are replaceable. Please use two 1.5 volt L1131 button cell batteries. Read more

From the award-winning creators of 'The Trouble with Children (According to Dog)' comes a hilariously ... tasty ... picture book sure to tame even the hungriest of dragons (and the pickiest of eaters)!Dragon's lunch is up to one very brave little girl! But fear not! She knows exactly what he'd like to eat! Dragon's love TACOS... and pancakes ... and candy ... and ...... Or do they!?Will Dragon enjoy all her favorite junk foods? Or will he prefer something ...unexpected?Written in rhyming verse and oh-so-fun to read aloud, this story will quickly become a family favorite!---“A visual feast and rhyming text provide read-aloud fun and encouragement for picky eaters." -Kirkus Reviews“Author Katie Weaver has combined imaginative and hilarious scenes to keep young readers engaged while also teaching the importance of eating healthy foods. ...The vibrant colors and funny images are perfect for capturing children's attention.” -Reader's Favorite★ 1st Place, Children’s Books 6+, Purple Dragonfly Award★ 2nd Place, Children’s Poetry, Purple Dragonfly AwardA must-have book for kids ages: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 and grades K-3 Read more

★ Human Relations Award, 2023 Children’s Book of the Year Winner★ Pencraft Best Book Award Winner★ Next Generation Book Award Winner★ Purple Dragonfly Book Award Winner★ Firebird Book Award Winner★ Family Choice Award Winner★ Literary Titan Gold Award Winner★ Mom's Choice Gold Award Winner★ Golden Wizard Book Prize Winner★ Story Monsters Award Winner★ Pinnacle Book Achievement Award★ Readers’ Favorite Book Award Winner Acclaimed as the Children's Book of the Year, a captivating tale that cultivates empathy, nurtures self-confidence, and inspires an attitude of appreciation in young minds. Help foster empathy, emotional intelligence, and social skills by introducing children to diverse perspectives, experiences, and a sense of gratitude for the blessings in their lives. Join Sophie, a young girl whose world was previously limited to the captivating glow of her iPad. This changes dramatically when she embarks on an extraordinary journey to the mesmerizing land of India, a place she knows only from storybooks.She encounters children from a humble mud colony in India's vibrant, colourful expanse. These children, despite their scarcity of possessions, carry an abundant joy that confounds and fascinates Sophie. Their deep-seated gratitude for life's little treasures ignites a spark in Sophie, setting her on a path of transformative self-discovery and wanting to make a difference in the world.Children Who Dance in the Rain is more than just a story―it's an intimate journey of self-realization and growth. What Sophie unravels in this enchanting land could change not just her perspective, but also how you perceive your world.In this enchanting tale, Sophie's transformation is profound. She learns to acknowledge and appreciate her own blessings―loving parents, a safe environment, and abundant resources. Sophie's journey is a testament that happiness isn't hinged on having ‘more’ but on the value we assign to what we already have.Sophie's journey helps us understand that our true wealth isn't measured by material possessions but by the gratitude we hold in our hearts. Through a revelation that opens her eyes wide, Sophie discovers that life extends far beyond the confines of her iPad screen. She harnesses a newfound confidence, realizing she has the potential to do so much more, to make a real difference in the world.True to one of its core themes about giving back, 100% percent of net proceeds from every fourth copy of Children Who Dance in the Rain will go to charities such as Save The Children, GiveWell and Bright Sparks School in Mohali, India, who are dedicated to providing educational opportunities for underprivileged children."Discover the magic of kindness, diversity, and empathy in this socially conscious picture book." – 'Wishing Shelf' Book Review"An inspiring and instructive introduction for readers to ideas about privilege and social justice." – The Children's Book Review"5 Stars! Beautifully told. With vivid, intriguing word choices and mesmerizing illustrations. This story is a feast for the eyes!" – Readers’ Favorite Award Review"A narrative that will take young readers to another world…" – Kirkus Book Review"A delightful children's book that is infused with spirituality and culture." – Literary Titan"Children Who Dance in the Rain's importance in connecting ideas of first-world privilege with third-world realities makes for a powerful story… encouraging insights about economics, kindness, privilege, and sharing." – Midwest Book Review Read more

Recipient of two Purple Dragonfly Awards!From 4X award-winning Author & Illustrator Erica L. ClymerJoin Sally Strawberry and Billy Blueberry on an extraordinary and interactive adventure through the garden! Best friends Sally and Billy are ready for a fun day in Fruit Garden! After sliding down Mango Mountain and flying over Cherry Cliff, they accidentally land in the mysterious Vegetable Garden. In their search to return home, a helpful squash tells the friends that ten clues will lead them to the secret gate. The pair must quickly find and solve them all before the gate locks at sunset. Will Sally and Billy conquer their quest to return home, or will they be left to ripen with the veggies? Children will love to solve the clues about vegetables and see which part of the garden they get to explore next! This unique tale, filled with delightful rhymes and vivid watercolor illustrations, is one kids will want to read over and over again! Read more

You love your mother, but she drives you crazy.She controls, criticizes, and butts into your life constantly. Then, when you try to set boundaries, the pushback and resulting guilt is so bad that you tell yourself... it's just not worth it.Is your mother narcissistic, borderline, or just plain difficult?Are you empathetic, sensitive, and kind?Do you feel stuck in your relationship with Mom:Trying to please her but never feeling good enough?Feeling responsible for Mom's emotional well-being?Struggling to set boundaries without feeling guilty or getting so much pushback that you end up thinking... it's just not worth it?If so, chances are you have fallen into the hidden psychological traps that constitute The Good Daughter Syndrome.Many self-aware daughters of narcissistic, borderline, or just plain difficult mothers know they need to stand up to their mothers and set healthy boundaries. Yet, they can't bring themselves to do it and don't know why.They are caught in unconscious traps they can't see or fully understand... Trapped by their difficult mother's needs, the empathetic daughter can't see a way to break free and still feel like a good person.She can't see these traps that keep her parallelized with guilt... or going round and round having the same arguments and getting nowhere with Mom, but I can.Even better, I know how to escape them.Introducing Katherine Fabrizio’s multi-award-winning book, The Good Daughter Syndrome. It’s been translated into Spanish, Chinese, and Turkish.After helping hundreds of "Good" daughters break free as a psychotherapist, she can help you escape and break the cycle of intergenerational wounding so that you can-Stand up to Mom with confidence.Stop feeling responsible for their mother's happiness.Set healthy boundaries that stick.Banish the negative internalized mother and conquer self-doubt.Say "no" to Mom without letting guilt stop them.Following my step-by-step system, you can escape this destructive dynamic, finally feel good enough, stand up to your mother without guilt, and replace self-doubt with self-trust and shame with self-acceptance.Then, whether or not your mother ever changes, you can break free of this disempowering dynamic and claim a life that is truly your own.Award-winning and Critically Acclaimed1st Place – Psychology (Dragonfly Royal Book Awards)Gold Medalist – Parenting & Relationships (The Global Book Awards)Winner – Mental Health (2024) (Firebird Book Awards)5.0/5.0 Stars (Forward Clarion Review)Kirkus Reviews Recommended: “Get It”Literary Titan 5-Star ReviewBookLife (Publisher’s Weekly) Review: 9.0/10 Read more

Straight from the Dragonfly Inn's executive chef, Sookie's Recipe Book teaches fans how to make iconic recipes as only Sookie St. James can!Join Sookie in the kitchen for an in-world culinary journey through Gilmore Girls featuring easy-to-follow recipes for all her elaborate creations, including Famous Peach Sauce, Rocky Road Cookies, each course of the Bracebridge Dinner, and her iconic Hot House Tomato Salad. In this official cookbook, you'll find the lovable chef's uniquely enthusiastic (and perhaps a little frenzied) take on dozens of memorable gastronomical moments in the show. The more than 75 recipes include: Breakfast: "I Have My Standards" Omelets, Blueberry-Lemon Pancakes, Belgian Waffles with Famous Peach Sauce, Shirred Eggs with Chive, Currant and Spice Scones Starters: The Original Onion Dip, Rory's Birthday Angel Wings, Walnut Arugula Gorgonzola Crostini, "The Lettuce is Dry" BLT Soup Sandwiches, Sides, and Salads: Jackson's Vegetables Carpaccio, Not Jackson's Vegetables Ratatouille, Warm Potato and Chorizo Salad, Sweet Potato Biscuit Sandwiches Mains: "Four in Four" Coq au Vin, Chicken and Dumpling Casserole, Pasta a la Sookie, Butternut Squash Pasta Purses, Bracebridge Dinner "Peacock" Pie Drinks, Cocktails, and Mixes: Wassail, Four Years without a Cocktail Mockaritas, "Coffee! Coffee! Coffee!" Martini, Chocolate Chocolate Chip Milkshake Desserts: Plum Pudding with Hard Sauce, Sour Cream Peach Pie, "Paint the Wall Red" Strawberry Tarts, Cider Ice Cream, Dark Chocolate S'mores Wedding Cake Of course, more is more in Sookie's kitchen! You'll also find tips to avoid kitchen accidents (and pumpkin hands!), advice on how to adapt recipes to meet dietary restrictions, and reflections on Sookie's most innovative risks in recipe development. Read more

New York Times bestselling author Shelley Noble wows with a gripping historical novel about the real-life “Tiffany Girls,” a fascinating and largely unknown group of women artists behind Tiffany’s most legendary glassworks.It’s 1899, and Manhattan is abuzz. Louis Comfort Tiffany, famous for his stained-glass windows, is planning a unique installation at the Paris World’s Fair, the largest in history. At their fifth-floor studio on Fourth Avenue, the artists of the Women’s Division of the Tiffany Glass Company are already working longer shifts to finish the pieces that Tiffany hopes will prove that he is the world’s finest artist in glass. Known as the “Tiffany Girls,” these women are responsible for much of the design and construction of Tiffany’s extraordinary glassworks, but none receive credit.Emilie Pascal, daughter of an art forger, has been shunned in Paris art circles after the unmasking of her abusive father. Wanting nothing more than a chance to start a new life, she forges a letter of recommendation in hopes of fulfilling her destiny as an artist in the one place where she will finally be free to live her own life.Grace Griffith is the best copyist in the studio, spending her days cutting glass into floral borders for Tiffany’s religious stained-glass windows. But none of her coworkers know her secret: she is living a double life as a political cartoonist under the pseudonym of G.L. Griffith—hiding her identity as a woman.As manager of the women’s division, Clara Driscoll is responsible for keeping everything on schedule and within budget. But in the lead-up to the most important exhibition of her career, not only are her girls becoming increasingly difficult to wrangle, she finds herself obsessed with a new design: a dragonfly lamp that she has no idea will one day become Tiffany’s signature piece.Brought together by chance, driven by their desire to be artists in one of the only ways acceptable for women in their time, these “Tiffany Girls” will break the glass ceiling of their era and for working women to come. This historical fiction novel set in the Gilded Age of New York City is a perfect gift for any woman interested in art, history, or strong women breaking the glass ceiling of their era. Read more