Books
Making It: Emgie Libris

Making It: Emgie Libris

What started as a one-credit bookbinding class in college for Marilyn Glinka has quickly turned into a bookmaking career. Glinka, who attended Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, now runs Emgie Libris out of Greenpoint, Brooklyn.
Ghosts in the Hills by Matthew Pierce

Ghosts in the Hills by Matthew Pierce

Oftentimes we think we can choose our own path. But if you’re a writer, you know that sometimes stories choose you. This is definitely the case for Matthew Pierce and his first book, Ghosts in the Hills.
Today's Special by Julia Ziegler-Haynes

Today’s Special by Julia Ziegler-Haynes

When you’re an artist and a chef like Julia Ziegler-Haynes, inspiration comes from odd places. For example, in her new book titled Today’s Special, she looks at the final meals requested by 24 death row inmates on the eve of their execution.
The Disappearing Pig

The Disappearing Pig

I don’t know about you, but I’m a fan of bacon. And to be honest, I really had no clue where it came from until watching this. In the following video excerpt from The Better Bacon Book, expert butcher Tom Mylan, co-owner of The Meat Hook in Brooklyn, takes apart an entire pig side.
All Gone Book Launch At Undefeated San Francisco

All Gone Book Launch At Undefeated San Francisco

Before you hit up Undefeated‘s grand opening party on Saturday night, stop by the shop in Hayes Valley for the official launch of this year’s All Gone book. Publisher Michael Dupouy (a.k.a. La MJC) will be in the house signing copies as well from 7-9 p.m.