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The Breath of the Gods: The History and Future of the Wind
by Simon Winchester
What is happening to the air around us? As headlines fill with hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and constant gale warnings, scientists are sounding the alarm. A 2023 report predicts that wind, the force behind many of today’s most devastating natural events, will grow stronger, faster, and more frequent in the years ahead.
To some, this forecast signals danger and instability. To others, particularly the energy industry, it promises a cleaner, more powerful future. In The Breath of the Gods, Simon Winchester explores the space between these extremes, tracing wind’s role through history, science, literature, and engineering. With characteristic curiosity, he reveals how this invisible force shapes daily life, modern travel, and an increasingly volatile world.
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Dirtbag Billionaire: How Yvon Chouinard Built Patagonia, Made a Fortune, and Gave It All Away
by David Gelles
Founded in 1973, Patagonia set out to prove that business could be driven by environmental activism rather than cutthroat capitalism. What began as a small climbing company grew into a billion-dollar brand, distinguished not just by its clothing but by its deep commitment to ethical labor, supply-chain reform, and outspoken activism.
At the heart of Patagonia’s story is its founder, legendary climber Yvon Chouinard. A lifelong outsider, he challenged corporate norms at every turn, culminating in his decision to give away the company and commit its profits to fighting climate change. Dirtbag Billionaire offers a revealing look at how one unorthodox leader helped redefine what responsible capitalism can be.
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Greenbelt Trails: The 36 Best West of Toronto, From Oakville and Hamilton to Niagara and Beyond
by Lindsay Davies
Ontario’s Greenbelt offers hundreds of kilometres of trails. Here, for the first time, is a guide that presents the best nature walks and trails along this protected natural terrain.
Outdoor enthusiast and travel writer Lindsay Davies has done the legwork to select 30 of the most scenic and rewarding trails west of Toronto, including Milton, Halton Hills, Caledon, Burlington, Hamilton, Niagara and beyond. From lush wetlands to charming historic villages, cascading waterfalls to serene nature gardens.
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Super Body: A 3-Week Program to Harness the New Science of Body Composition and Restore Your Youthful Contours
by William Davis
In Super Body, Dr. William Davis challenges the promises behind modern weight-loss trends, from extreme calorie cutting to popular drugs like Ozempic. He argues that many of these approaches fail because they sacrifice muscle while encouraging fat regain, leaving people sicker and heavier than before. Treating weight loss as a numbers game, he contends, ignores the deeper biological causes of obesity.
Drawing on emerging science and his own clinical research, Dr. Davis reframes fat, metabolism, and gut health, dismantling common myths and quick fixes along the way. He introduces a new approach centered on preserving muscle, restoring gut balance, and rebuilding metabolic health. Complete with a three-week plan, simple movement strategies, and practical recipes, Super Body offers a radical rethink of what it truly takes to lose weight and stay healthy.
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Notes on Being a Man
by Scott Galloway
Boys and men are in crisis, falling behind at an alarming rate across Western democracies. Young men are less likely to graduate, more likely to be isolated, and account for the majority of deaths of despair. As these struggles go unaddressed, harmful voices fill the void, promoting misogyny and a damaging vision of masculinity that affects not only men, but families and communities as a whole.
In Notes on Being a Man, Scott Galloway confronts this reality head-on, exploring what healthy masculinity can look like in modern America. Drawing on research and personal experience, he reflects on his own path through anger, failure, ambition, and fatherhood. Honest, urgent, and often moving, the book offers a clear-eyed look at what men need to build resilience, purpose, and connection today.
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The Pioneer Woman Cooks: The Essential Recipes
by Ree Drummond
Bestselling author, Food Network star, and mother of five Ree Drummond has spent decades cooking for her family and refining the recipes she returns to again and again. Now, she revisits her most beloved dishes with a fresh eye, reworking each one to be even more delicious, reliable, and foolproof than before.
This collection celebrates Ree’s can’t-live-without classics, the comforting favorites families cook week after week, alongside new recipes destined to become staples. Designed for both beginner cooks and seasoned pros, it is a one-stop kitchen companion filled with the dishes Ree and her family have loved for years, perfected for today. Because if a recipe is worth repeating, it is worth making its very best.
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The Actually Delicious One Pot Cookbook: The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller
by Poppy O'Toole
Want maximum flavor with minimum washing up? Poppy delivers 90 bold, satisfying one-pan recipes designed for busy cooks, students, and anyone who wants great food without the fuss. From breakfast through dessert, every dish is made in a single pot, pan, or tray, saving time and energy in the kitchen.
Packed with big flavors and comforting favorites, the recipes range from vibrant curries and stir-fries to crowd-pleasing desserts, with even a full chapter devoted to potatoes. With dishes you will return to again and again, this collection proves that great cooking does not have to mean a sink full of dishes.
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Sweet Treats from Brownies to Brioche
by Mel Asseraf
Chef Melodie “Mel” Asseraf, a two-time champion of Food Network’s Chopped with classical French training in Paris, brings her signature approach to home baking. Known for her elegant yet approachable sweets, Mel makes professional techniques accessible and fun for bakers of all levels.
Using just ten basic ingredients, she shows how to create everything from cookies, biscotti, bars, and show-stopping brownies to refined French pastries and celebratory desserts. With 100 foolproof recipes, clear instructions, and helpful chef’s tips, Sweet Treats from Brownies to Brioche empowers you to bake anything from a quick weeknight treat to an impressive centerpiece for a special occasion.
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