How did Julia Child become one of America's most celebrated and beloved chefs? Her grandnephew reveals her story in this picture book that Jacques Pepin calls a "vivid portrait . . . an enjoyable read." Julia's kid-friendly recipe for Oeufs Brouillés (Scrambled Eggs) is included!

Julia Child was born hungry, but she was not born a chef. In fact, Julia didn’t discover her passion for cooking until she had a life-changing luncheon in France and became determined to share her newfound love of food with everyone.
 
In Paris, Julia devoured recipe books, shopped in outdoor markets, consumed all kinds of foods, and whipped through culinary school. And although she wasn't always successful in the kitchen, she was determined to "master the art" of French cooking. Through perseverance and grit, Julia became a chef who shared her passion with the world, making cooking fun, and turning every meal into a special event.
 
Alex Prud'homme's firsthand knowledge paired with Sarah Green's vibrant and energetic illustrations showcases Julia's life and celebrates her enduring legacy.
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Sarah Green is a RISD educated illustrator and designer born and based in San Francisco. She is the illustrator of numerous picture books, including FIGHT OF THE CENTURY by Barb Rosenstock, DOROTHEA LANGE by Carole Boston Weatherford, and ELIZABETH WARREN by Susan Wood.
Visit sarahgreenillustration.com.

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Local Author Gregory Galloway ; )

About the Author :
Gregory Galloway is the author of the novels The 39 Deaths of Adam Strand and the Alex Award-winning As Simple As Snow. His work has appeared in the Rush Hour and Taking Aim anthologies, as well as the Cornwall Chronicle. Greg is a graduate of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. He currently resides in Cornwall, CT.
About the book :
Career thief Rick, the narrator of this stellar noir from Galloway (The 39 Deaths of Adam Strand) set in an unnamed part of the U.S., learned dishonesty from his father, a crooked building inspector. After Rick’s girlfriend, Denise, gives birth to their daughter, the couple split, but Rick becomes concerned about the new man in Denise’s life, a drug addict. Rick seeks help getting the drug addict out of the picture from Froehmer, a friend of his dad’s, who agrees to take care of the problem. In exchange, Rick steals tools and equipment on demand from construction sites. Rick’s proficiency at boosting stuff leads to another request from Froehmer—to burglarize a home to steal a box. That successful assignment leads to other burglaries and to Rick’s eventual acquisition of a partner, Frank, who has the tech skills to evade alarms and surveillance. The partnership results in murder and the tightening of the screws around Rick. Galloway is as good at characterizations as he is at tight, and surprising, plotting. Michael Kardos fans will be eager for more from Galloway.Agents: David Halpern and Janet Oshiro, Robbins Office. (Oct.)
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Fresh Air Author Event Saturday May 8. 2-5 pm

Come Look Up with Me
was inspired by my appreciation for this life, our differences, our
similarities and our precious time on this earth, which can not be defined.
"In the eyes of God, we are all brothers and sisters."
"A los ojos de Dios, todos somos hermanos y hermanas"
My book is bilingual, written in Spainish and English.
It has its own voice and speaks to all ages.
It encourages inclusiveness and personal observation.
Come Look Up with Me
is a book
which all generations and can enjoy together.
Don't miss a moment of the beauty and magic which surrounds us. This book will slow your
heartbeat, make your body relax and your eyes look towards the sky.
Come Look Up with Me
moves you through poetry into magical moments. It teaches you
about appreciation and love. It is to be read to and by everyone and anyone you care about.
Author, Vicki G Kinsella

Gently encourage mindfulness and critical thinking through this playful and witty exploration of negative space.
Can empty space be useful? Can it lead to new perspectives and new appreciation? Might it even be inspiring? Find out in a winsome book that draws on a child’s everyday experiences to prompt readers to look twice at their surroundings and notice the significance of sights, sounds, and spaces otherwise taken for granted.
​suitable for ages 4-7 and beyond

Sarturday December 14. 12-3 pm
Book Signing with Valorie Fisher and her latest Children's book 
​Now You Know What You EatKirkus Reviews “...accessible and playful...Fun and fundamental food facts.”
Publishers Weekly "Readers will explore the science behind favorite everyday foods... Bold and simply designed graphics present facts about the science of food, where it comes from, and what happens behind the scenes with favorites like pizza, honey, milk, maple syrup, vegetable soup, and more."
Jean Little Library "Verdict: A delightful and fascinating look at the origins of food for curious minds, from kids to grown-ups. This is a great pick for your classroom library or bookshelves at home and kids will love poring over its pages... Recommended."
The Book Report, " These books are seriously awesome. They take things apart visually and make things easier to understand."
More about the Book :
Valorie Fisher dives deep into the science of what we eat and where ingredients come from by exploring what happens behind the scenes of favorite, everyday foods like pizza, honey, milk, maple syrup, vegetable soup, and more! With the help of bold, eye-catching yet simple graphics, inquisitive minds will love discovering what makes popcorn pop, why bread rises, and how bees make honeycomb. With this book peppered with facts like how many eggs a hen lays in a year and how many gallons of sap it takes to make one gallon of syrup, readers will be fascinated by all the amazing things they never knew about the food they eat!  Now You Know What You Eat  also includes a glossary, and a graphic about the food groups, as well as an introduction to vitamins and minerals. With a growing focus on STEM for this early age group, this book encourages readers to ask their own questions about the world around them, and to fall in love with discovering the answers!
valoriefisher.com