Good Books
Oooh, I just love a good book. Reading is one of the few things that lets me escape the craziness of life, if only for a little while. My favorite time to read is late at night, when the whole house is dark and quiet. I clip a book light to a wedge of pages, settle into my cushy down pillow, and will my eyes to open … so I can at least enjoy a few pages before I fall asleep. It is a restorative way to end the day.
Below is a list of some of my recent picks. A few disclaimers: If I like an author, I tend to read all of his or her books, so be prepared for repetition. Also, I get most of my books from the local library, which is why I am usually a few months behind on any new releases. I hope you get a chance to enjoy these! And please do let me know if you have suggestions; I am always interested in recommendations.
FOOD – NONFICTION
Life, On the Line, by Grant Achatz and Nick Kokonas (just finished this — wow!!)
Garlic & Sapphires, by Ruth Reichl
Comfort Me with Apples, by Ruth Reichl
Tender at the Bone, by Ruth Reichl
Waiter Rant, by Steve Dublanica
Service Included, by Phoebe Damrosch
Best Food Writing of 2010, edited by Holly Hughes
Best Food Writing of 2009, edited by Holly Hughes
Best Food Writing of 2008, edited by Holly Hughes
Best Food Writing of 2007, edited by Holly Hughes
The Dirty Life, by Kristin Kimball
Will Write for Food, by Dianne Jacobs
The Recipe Writer’s Handbook, by Jane Baker and Barbara Gibbs Ostmann
Eat, Memory, edited by Amanda Hesser
Blood, Bones & Butter, by Gabrielle Hamilton
PARENTHOOD – NONFICTION
The Secrets of Happily Married Men, by Scott Haltzman (get this for your husband!)
Brain Rules for Babies, by John Medina
Expecting Adam, by Martha Beck
Happiest Baby on the Block, by Harvey Karp
Heart of My Heart, by Kristin Armstrong
Nurture Shock, by Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman
Taking Charge of Your Fertility, by Toni Weschler
OTHER – NONFICTION
Conspiracy of Fools, by Kurt Eichenwald
The Big Short, by Michael Lewis
The Woman Who Can’t Forget, by Jill Price
How We Decide, by Jonah Lehrer
MYSTERY – FICTION
The Last Detective, by Robert Crais
Indigo Slam, by Robert Crais
Sunset Express, by Robert Crais
Voodoo River, by Robert Crais
Free Fall, by Robert Crais
Lullaby Town, by Robert Crais
Stalking the Angel, by Robert Crais
Running Blind, by Lee Child
Killing Floor, by Lee Child
Die Trying, by Lee Child
Echo Burning, by Lee Child
Lost Light, by Michael Connelly
A Darkness More Than Night, by Michael Connelly
Angels Flight, by Michael Connelly
The Narrows, by Michael Connelly
The Closers, by Michael Connelly
The Overlook, by Michael Connelly
OTHER – FICTION
Something Borrowed, by Emily Giffin
Something Blue by Emily Giffin
Baby Proof, by Emily Giffin
Love the One You’re With, by Emily Giffin
Heart of the Matter, by Emily Giffin
Thanks for sharing those great books.
I am an avid reader, love to also write and give healthy cooking lessons and food coaching from Montreal, Canada
Santé
Nevine
Hello Nevine! Thanks for the comment! Let’s stay in touch! – Marie
Hi – thanks for sharing your favs. I am currently reading “Will Write for Food” – what a great resource and guide for food writers and bloggers! I really appreciate the experiences and expertise of the bloggers included in this book – it will help me enhance my food blog (Simply Eating Better) and really connect with my readers.
Hi Tonya! Just visited your blog and I’m sure I will be back! I love the picture of the turnips! Yes, Will Write for Food is a good one to have on hand. Another is the Recipe Writers Handbook. I’ll add that to my page in case you want to check it out. Stay in touch – M
Nice subject great site
Hi Marie,
Love your blog – please visit http://www.betterbaking.com and drop me a note so I can log you in. As for your love/hate relationship with uncertainty, at least you love it a bit
. I can only suggest for life, as I already appreciate in my recipes: however it turns out, it will be ok. Add a cup of ‘this too shall pass’ and a some meditation. Love your reviews – I also review food movies – and heartily recommend Mostly Martha among other culinary cinematic gems.
Hi Marie – just took a stroll through your post about the Taste of Austin – looks like it was a lot of fun! And your recipes look amazing. I did a cooking demo at the Southern Women’s Show a few months ago – I can relate to all the things running through your mind while on the stage and trying to look “relaxed”.
I picked up a copy of your cookbook from a used bookstore this past weekend. Can’t wait to dive in – looking for some good whole food plant based lunch recipes for busy professionals to link to on my blog http://www.thelunchjunkie.com
Tell me about your upcoming PBS show……..
Great stuff, Marie. Thanks for posting with the LinkedIn Gotta’ Eat group. I’ll be in touch – Bruce
Hey Bruce! My pleasure! And thank you for starting the group!
Hi darling, I just read Ruth’s “tender” and am hooked, after looking at your list I can see we share so many similar reading tastes. Thanks for sharing, Coryanne
Hi! SO nice to hear from you! Have you read her other books? I loved Garlic and Sapphires too. I’m actually not reading anything right now … any suggestions? Would love to know your other favorites! Talk to you soon on Twitter! Lots of love -Marie