The Look of the Book - Jackets, Covers, and Art at the Edges of Literature

Peter Mendelsund; David J. Alworth

Why do some book covers instantly grab your attention, while others never get a second glance? Fusing word and image, as well as design thinking and literary criticism, this captivating investigation goes behind the scenes of the cover design process to answer this question and more. As the outward face...

A Gift for Nana

Lane Smith

Two-time Caldecott Honor author/illustrator Lane Smith tells a whimsical story about a little rabbit searching for the best gift for someone very special.A thoughtful little Rabbit sets out to find the perfect gift for his Nana. He knows she will love anything he brings her but Rabbit wants this gift to...

Ester: Australian Cooking

Mat Lindsay

The essential book on modern Australian food from leading cook, thinker, and Ester founder Mat Lindsay. Never question anything Mat Lindsay does. Ever. He's a true genius, although the word is used so often it's become meaningless. But his particular mixture of sensibility, talent and devotional concen...