Think Like a Chef, Tom Colicchio
Really good advice about how to cook from knowledge about food & techniques, rather than by recipes. I agree with a lot of it; well-written with clear examples. The recipes looked yummy, but i haven't had a chance to try any of them yet.
| Comments (2) | TrackBack (46) | link me

Harlequin Valentine, Neil Gaiman
A dark but darling story about a Valentine's day love affair.
| Comments (1) | TrackBack (64) | link me

Perdido Street Station, China Mieville
I thoroughly enjoyed this book - it was long, but it was clear that the author had yet more information about the city, the people, the history, and the world-systems he was holding back. Packed a lot into the many pages; i found the ending a bit anticlimactic, but really, a great ride. Highly recommended.
| Comments (0) | TrackBack (6) | link me

Empress of the World, Sara Ryan
Such a good novel! Addresses teens (today, cleverly done) at a summer school for bright kids, figuring out who they are, who they like, and what they like along the way. Solidly addresses sexuality, smart kids, and teen-angst. Highly recommended.
| Comments (2) | TrackBack (202) | link me

Pedro and Me, Judd Winick
Quite a story, honestly written and cleanly illustrated. I cried and sent mail afterwards.
January 2002 | Comments (0) | TrackBack (293) | link me