Light April showers are putting us in the mood for some light hearted books. Below are the narratives of three women at three different points in life. A beloved icon known for bringing French cuisine to the American dinner table, Julia Child reflects on her time living in France. Lauren Graham, b.k.a. Lorelai Gilmore, looks back at the years preceding the Gilmore Girls remake. And finally, there’s Alanna Okun, a writer and knitter debuting her first book on the crafting life.
My Life in France
If you’re not a foodie, you may know Julia Child as the basis for the biopic Julie & Julia, starring Meryl Streep. Her book, My Life in France, shows something much, much bigger. Like peering through a frost-covered window into a warm home’s kitchen, the memoir is an intimate glimpse into how Julia’s passion for cooking and teaching began. It’s a snapshot of her life, living with her beloved husband and attending classes at Le Cordon Bleu in France in 1948.
Talking As Fast As I Can
Forgive us for being on a Gilmore Girls kick, but Lauren Graham’s new memoir contains stories that are too fun not to share. Flip through the pages of Talking As Fast As I Can to read anecdotes from her “awkward growing-up years,” “the confusing dating years,” and “the fulfilling work years.” Plus, gain an insider’s understanding of how this celebrity felt being asked to play a former character nearly a decade later.
The Curse of the Boyfriend Sweater
“I made that.” This simple phrase often brings joy to anyone who has ever made something. Whether it’s a grade-school finger painting, trendy teacup planters or strict masterpiece, there’s a deep sense of pride associated with it. In The Curse of the Boyfriend Sweater, Alanna Okun expands on this feeling and shares how she came to learn valuable lessons. “Even when we can’t control anything else, we can at least control the sticks, string, and fabric right in front of us.”
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