The Story of Edgar Sawtelle
by David Wroblewski

This riveting saga of an American family captures the deep and ancient alliance between humans and dogs, and the power of fate through one boy's epic journey into the wild.

Run

by Ann Patchett

Since their mother's death, Tip and Teddy Doyle have been raised by their loving, possessive, and ambitious father. As the former mayor of Boston, Bernard Doyle wants to see his sons in politics, a dream the boys have never shared. But when an argument in a blinding New England snowstorm inadvertently causes an accident that involves a stranger and her child, all Bernard cares about is his ability to keep his children--all his children--safe.

Hot, Flat and Crowded

by Thomas L. Friedman

Proposes an ambitious national strategy to address key issues in climate change and energy shortages, identifying the factors that have contributed to current circumstances while outlining an American-led revolution of clean technology solutions.

TheGiven Day

Dennis Lehane

 The Great War is ending; the Bolsheviks are overthrowing the Tsar, the Kaiser is running roughshod over Europe, and the Spanish influenza is beginning its deadly rampage. On American shores, communist and socialist movements are swelling in numbers and anarchists are tossing bombs in the street. Harsh labor conditions, barrel-bottom pay, and the disenfranchisement of the working class have branded 'Strike!' onto the national consciousness. Set in an era of unprecedented uncertainty, The Given Day tells the story of those who learn the true consequences of demanding change-of asserting one's worth in a world bent on devaluing one's time and effort; of building common good from astonishing feats of uncommon strength; and of asking not to accept the way of the world, but to remake it.

Pieces of My Heart

by Robert Wagner

In this moving memoir, Robert J. Wagner opens his heart to share the romances, the drama, and the humor of an incredible life.

With color photographs and never-before-told stories, this is a quintessentially American story of one of the great sons of Hollywood.

Big Words for Little People

by Jamie Lee Curtis

BIG words, BIG laughs, BIG fun from the #1 national bestselling team of Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell. The hilarious, boisterous, and zany family of Big Words for Little People learns that whether they're all shopping for shoes (COOPERATE) or walking the dog (RESPONSIBLE) or waiting on a verrrrry long line (PATIENCE), these BIG words will help them COMMUNICATE with the bigger world around them. Curtis and Cornell give kids the LANGUAGE of good values so that they'll UNDERSTAND what it means to do the right (APPROPRIATE) thing and live their best lives. And once kids learn what these words mean, they'll start to be EMPOWERED in a whole new and fun way.

Letters to My Daughter

by Maya Angelou

 For a world of devoted readers, a much-awaited new volume of absorbing stories and inspirational wisdom from one of our best-loved writers.

Dedicated to the daughter she never had but sees all around her, Letter to My Daughter reveals Maya Angelou’s path to living well and living a life with meaning. Told in her own inimitable style, this book transcends genres and categories: guidebook, memoir, poetry, and pure delight.

ChefMD's Big Book of Culinary Medicine

by John La Puma, M.D. 

Anyone who loves food, wants to have more energy, wants to reverse his or her family health history, or wants to know what to eat to get and stay healthy should read this book. Its recipes, meals, and menus can work within minutes of eating them.

Experience food you can’t wait to make, and grab the energy and good health to reclaim your life.

Hello, Cupcake

by Karen Tack

Witty, one-of-a-kind imaginative cupcake designs using candies from the local convenience store.

America's favorite food photography team, responsible for the covers of America's top magazines, shows how to create funny, scary, and sophisticated masterpieces, using a zipper lock bag and common candies and snack items.
No baking skills or fancy pastry equipment is required. Spotting the familiar items in the hundreds of brilliant photos is at least half the fun.

Eat This Not That

by David Zinczenko

 Americans spend more than $400 billion a year eating out, and behind each burger, turkey sandwich, and ice cream sundae is a simple decision that could help you control your weight—and your life. The problem is, restaurant chains and food producers aren't interested in helping you make healthy choices. In fact, they invest $30 billion a year on advertising, much of it aimed at confusing eaters and disguising the fat and calorie counts of their products.

All of that has changed with EAT THIS, NOT THAT!. This book puts the entire food industry under the spotlight, and arms you with the savvy tricks and insider information it takes to eat well no matter where you are. With EAT THIS, NOT THAT! you're the expert in every eating situation, from the frozen food aisle to your favorite fast food joint to your local sports bar. You control your food universe—and lose the pounds you want--because, unlike every other customer, you'll know the smart choices to make—instantly!

This Is Your Brain on Music

by Daniel Levitin

 Neuroscientist and professional musician Levitin presents a fascinating exploration of the relationship between music and the mind--and the role of melodies in shaping our lives. Photos throughout

Waiter Rant

by The Waiter

From the prizewinning blogger of waiterrant.net, an insider's hilarious look at a waiter's life at an upscale new york-area restaurant—kitchen confidential at the front of the house.

According to The Waiter, eighty percent of customers are nice people just looking for something to eat. The remaining twenty percent, however, are socially maladjusted psychopaths. Waiter Rant offers the server's unique point of view, replete with tales of customer stupidity, arrogant misbehavior, and unseen bits of human grace transpiring in the most unlikely places. Through outrageous stories, The Waiter reveals the secrets to getting good service, proper tipping etiquette, and how to keep him from spitting in your food. The Waiter also shares his ongoing struggle, at age thirty-eight, to figure out if he can finally leave the first job at which he's truly thrived.

Green Black Red

by Susan Volland

 Green, black, or red, grapes have long been the stars of the snack bowl and the wine press. Now, the versatility of the grape is explored as a key ingredient in 60 recipes for every occasion. Written by the California Table Grape Commission, this cookbook covers everything from starters and drinks to quick dinners, celebrations, and treats for the kids. Enjoy the color and freshness grapes add to chicken salad, the juicy burst of flavor with grilled chicken skewers, the sweetness provided to any dessert, and many other fabulous new ways to enjoy the fruit of the vine.