Why The Idea of Israel feels easy to recommend
The Idea of Israel sounds shaped for readers who want a bookish nudge from someone who actually reads widely, especially when I want a specific, trustable reason to pay attention.
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Insomnia looks like the kind of book I would mention to a friend first
Insomnia gives off the kind of book-club-ready energy I tend to trust.
The Cookbooks I Mention When Someone Is Tired of Takeout
When somebody says they are bored with their usual dinners, I do not send them to the fanciest cookbook. I send them to the ones that make cooking feel possible again.
The Kinds of Books I End Up Pressing Into Friends' Hands
I don't recommend every book I like. Some are too weird, too private, or too specifically my thing. But these are the kinds of books I end up handing to other people with zero hesi...
I Trust a Reader Who Can Love a 5-Star and a 3-Star Book
Not every reading life has to be optimized. Some books arrive at the right moment and earn affection that has nothing to do with perfection.
Why Trust Your Gut sounds like a solid recommendation
Trust Your Gut gives off the kind of book-club-ready energy I tend to trust.
Why The Soup Book sounds like a solid recommendation
The Soup Book gives off the kind of book-club-ready energy I tend to trust.
The Instant Kitchen Meal Prep Cookbook looks like the kind of book I would mention to a friend first
This sounds like a thoughtful n05 cooking, food & wine pick for readers who want a clear recommendation without a sales pitch.
Why The German Christmas Cookbook sounds like a solid recommendation
The German Christmas Cookbook gives off the kind of book-club-ready energy I tend to trust.
The Dog's Table looks like the kind of book I would mention to a friend first
This sounds like a thoughtful n05 cooking, food & wine pick for readers who want a clear recommendation without a sales pitch.
The CopperSpoon Chronicles Cookbook looks like the kind of book I would mention to a friend first
This sounds like a thoughtful n05 cooking, food & wine pick for readers who want a clear recommendation without a sales pitch.
The Cocktail Diaries looks like the kind of book I would mention to a friend first
This sounds like a thoughtful n05 cooking, food & wine pick for readers who want a clear recommendation without a sales pitch.
Sure Thing Desserts feels like a good fit for readers who want something dependable
I can already see the kind of reader I would hand Sure Thing Desserts to, which is usually a good sign.
Seriously Good Soups looks like the kind of book I would mention to a friend first
This sounds like a thoughtful n05 cooking, food & wine pick for readers who want a clear recommendation without a sales pitch.
Why Salsa Daddy sounds like a solid recommendation
Salsa Daddy gives off the kind of book-club-ready energy I tend to trust.
What I mean when I call a book “companionable”
Not flashy, not perfect, just deeply good company.
The surprisingly moving pleasure of a great library hold
A love note to anticipation, patience, and the thrill of “ready for pickup.”
The cover trends I’m weak against every single time
Yes, I know better. No, I’m still clicking.
A defense of the 3-star rating
Three stars is not an insult. It’s often the most honest place to land.
Why Book Clubs Changed My Life
I joined my first book club on a whim six years ago. I thought I was signing up to talk about books. Turns out I was signing up for some of the deepest friendships I've ever had.