Introducing something precious to the world is hallowed work, and we imagine Ingrid Andersson derives slightly more pleasure from fulfilling her midwife duties than those of a poet. Her study of German, Swedish, French, and English... Read More

The incisive, intriguing novel "Benefit" contemplates standards of accomplishment and value, as well as the ambiguity of capitalistic philanthropy. A decade before the events of the novel, Laura received a coveted Weatherfield... Read More

Available in English and Spanish, the sketched illustrations and washes of watercolor in "Pumpkin and Me" follow a young girl as she grieves the loss of a beloved pet. After her dog, Pumpkin, dies, a dark cloud starts following the girl,... Read More

A town of craftspeople encounters maybe-miracles in Laura Stanfill’s fantastical historical novel "Singing Lessons for the Stylish Canary". Mireville, in rural France, is known for two products: its lace and its serinettes. The... Read More

Kimberly Schlegel Whitman and Shelley Johnstone Paschke’s coffee table book "A Loving Table" expresses the joy of gathering with families and friends for lavish meals. Full of gorgeous pictures and delights of colors and textures to... Read More

In the imaginative, fabulistic novel "Asha of the Air", a woman struggles for freedom and inner peace. This story, equal parts magical adventure and spiritual inquiry, is narrated by a man in a futuristic society who lives in the air... Read More