In this tale, young Alex discovers that onions aren't the only thing in the fridge that can make you cry, and that good eating habits can fend off all kinds of problems."Whimsical, original, and aptly supported by the colorful artwork of illustrator Guy Hobbs, this cleverly written picture book fully showcases author Artie Knapp's distinctive storytelling style. A delightfully fun and engaging read from cover to cover, "There's A Crocodile in Our Pickle Jar" is a simply outstanding...

A 2025 Mom's Choice Awards Gold RecipientFrom the prolific pen of Artie Knapp and illustrated by celebrated wildlife artist Guy Hobbs, Where's Winston is the story of a flock of geese known as Troop 408. When tested to honor a tradition of unity, see what happens when a member of the flock breaks code during migration."Beautifully illustrated throughout with the charming, brightly colored artwork of Guy Hobbs, "Where's Winston?" by author/storyteller Artie ...

In this endearing and beautifully illustrated picture book, a baby river otter learns to swim, dive, and play in her natural habitat. Encouraged by her mother, the little otter soon sets out to explore on her own, quickly learning to escape shoreline predators and to find her way back to the security of home.From children’s author Artie Knapp and wildlife artist Guy Hobbs, Little Otter Learns to Swim is an entertaining and colorful tale for ages four and up. The story is f...

Christmas is a special time to spend with friends and loved ones. Yet all too often the pressure to have a wonderful time outweighs the fun. The Christmas Pocket Bible helps you take control of your festive activities as you plan your best Christmas ever. This handy book is crammed with answers to everything that matters for this festive period, the stories behind Christmas traditions and fascinating Christmas trivia, including: Tips for a thrifty Christmas Preparing and cooking fabulous C...

A holiday "fruitcake" of facts, fun, and food. Recipes and tales for the Yuletide season. Includes sweet treats and saucy trivia, heartwarming memories and magical lore. Delightful reading and delicious eating for the merriest time of the year.

I have been a restaurant critic for over a decade, written reviews of well over 700 establishments, and if there is one thing I have learnt it is that people like reviews of bad restaurants. No, scratch that. They adore them, feast upon them like starving vultures who have spotted fly-blown carrion out in the bush.They claim otherwise, of course. Readers like to present themselves as private arbiters of taste; as people interested in the good stuff. I'm sure they are. I'm sure they...

The brand new book by Pen Vogler, Stuffed, is available now***THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER***A Book of the Year in the Daily Mail, Independent, The Times & Sunday TimesFinalist for the Guild of Food Writers Food Book Award 2021'Sharp, rich an...

Bee Wilson is the food writer and historian who writes as the 'Kitchen Thinker' in the Sunday Telegraph, and is the author of Swindled!. Her charming and original new book, Consider the Fork, explores how the implements we use in the kitchen have shaped the way we cook and live.A wooden spoon - most trusty and loveable of kitchen implements - looks like the opposite of 'technology', as the word is normally understood. But look closer. Is it oval or round?...

Cherry shows you how to host a Jubilee party with a difference.Cherry Menlove is an expert on all things homemade, and who better to help you to create the perfect summer celebration for your friends and family? Transporting you to a world of handmade luxury, Cherry presents three simple elements to help you to host the perfect party - from how to create and decorate delicious Summer Jam Thumbprint Cookies, to making a Regal Tea Cosy, and organising games and activ...

'An absolutely riveting book - reading it makes you intelligent, full of brilliant anecdotes - and very hungry indeed.' - Richard Curtis'This brilliantly conceived and well-researched book is a source of real delight.' - Dr Annie Gray, BBC Radio 4's The Kitchen Cabinet'Superbly written, a complete joy to read, and just about the perfect present for anyone even vaguely interested in food.' - Mark Diacono

This holiday collection is a treasury of Christmas traditions, stories, songs, and recipes that promises to bring readers young and old together to celebrate the spirit of the season. Everyone will enjoy this delightful guide to all things Christmas, featuring: the perennial classic Christmas stories, poems, and carols; recipes for family gatherings, parties, and holiday gifts from the kitchen; ideas for thoughtful and creative handmade gifts; decorating ideas for any room; and holiday cus...

Just when you thought it was safe to take a sneak peek into your stocking, it's 'Christmas: A Very Peculiar History'. Taking an unbiased view of the myth and mystery surrounding the origins of the yuletide season, this book introduces mindbending facts about the holiday season and shatters the myths surrounding some of Christmas' most treasured and well-known facets: When exactly was Jesus born? Why is Santa's outfit red and white? Where do we get Christmas trees from? What's the snow in a...