Girl in Translation, the debut novel by Jean Kwok that’s now available in paperback, is a story about growing up in poverty while navigating a foreign culture and language. Kimberly, the novel’s young protagonist, quickly learns she’s the only one who can make a better life for her family in America. But first, she must also learn how to speak English, to conquer a foreign education system and to help her mother finish sewing hundreds of skirts before bed each night. more ›

We were fortunate enough to score an advance copy of Get Cooking by Mollie Katzen, author of Moosewood Cookbook, a cookbook that we've had and used for years - along with the Moosewood Restaurant Low-Fat Favorites (the fragrant jasmine rice recipe is fantastic). Katzen's latest book is geared toward getting people who do not normally cook into the kitchen. Chapters include: Soups, Salads, Pastas, Vegetarian Entrees, Burgers, Chicken Fish & Meat, Sides, Party Snacks, and Desserts. more ›