Parody is everywhere today. From The Onion to The Colbert Report, from Saturday Night Live to The Office, people love to make fun of things. Robert Chambers, a decorated journalist and college literature teacher, gives readers "How to... Read More

True tourism is more than souvenir shops and heavily branded bus tours. Bahne’s book blends travel guide and historical record to help visitors and residents alike create a deep appreciation for Boston’s past and present. The... Read More

America has long been revered as a melting pot or a salad bowl, a nearly fabled place where almost everyone has come from somewhere else. As David Mura says in "The Chalk Circle"’s introduction, “America is and always has been... Read More

When a parent or grandparent dies, there’s often a residual feeling of regret. “Why didn’t I take time to ask more about her life?” or, “I should’ve listened more carefully to Dad’s stories.” Jesse Cozean doesn’t have... Read More

Money is the ubiquitous stressor of our day. Some have got money. Everybody wants more. This desire drives fervent questions: “How can I cut my expenses?” “How should I invest what I earn?” “Should I give money to charity even... Read More

Murder and kidnapping aren’t what most readers expect in a coming-home-again narrative. Cross-cultural immigrant stories that are tinged with reminiscence, nostalgia, and a bit of angst are more the norm. But Joe Costanzo breaths new... Read More

The tragedy of the Titanic has become a timeless tale about the feats and failures of modern engineering and the human spirit. This stunning, large-format book brings kids a comprehensive and fascinating look at the story just in time... Read More

Adulthood brings the universal need to reconcile our personal history with the present. It’s a dicey proposition to attempt to take the pains of childhood and craft them into a fulfilling adult life. Hart faces this challenge with a... Read More