“This engaging comic cookbook makes learning about Chinese cuisine fun and accessible for everyone." —BooklistExplore the unique nomenclature of traditional Chinese dishes through folklore, personal storytelling, and 26 easy-to-cook recipes in this entertaining graphic novel cookbook, perfect for lovers of comics and food. Storytelling is one of the most universal and collaborative components in every culture. In Chinese culture, dishes are often connected to a classic legend, a famous person, or a historical event, underlining the importance of food.In this delightful graphic novel-style recipe book, Chinese American cookbook author Ying Chang Compestine explores the folkloric stories behind beloved Chinese dishes and gives easy-to-follow recipes for each, such as:Mapo Tofu, a savory dish named for the “old lady with a pockmarked face” who invented itGoubuli Baozi (translation: "ignored by doggy stuffed buns”), classic buns with minced pork and vegetables made popular by an unusually taciturn village boyTear-inducing Heartbreak Jelly Noodles that combine chili oil, peppercorns, and other fiery ingredients and are believed to cure the sadness of a broken heartSteamed Milk Custard, one of the most beloved desserts in China, originated during the Qing Dynasty by a hungry young cattle farmer as a way to preserve milkThese are dishes Ying grew up with, cooked with her grandmother, and prepares for her own family today. Stories and recipes are illustrated and presented in panel layout, with art by award-winning children’s book illustrator Vivian Truong. (immagine)
Categoria: Books: graphic novels (in preordine)
Uscita: 08/04/26
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By Ying Chang Compestine. Artist Vivian Truong. Cover by Vivian Truong.
Prezzo di copertina: USD 24,95
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Data di uscita: 08/04/26
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A Boston Globe Most Anticipated Parenting Book of Spring 2025“You can almost see mothers around the world nodding their heads in recognition.” —The Washington PostFrom Mary Catherine Starr, the artist behind the @momlife_comics Instagram account celebrated by moms all over the world, this deeply funny illustrated memoir captures the chaos, joy, exhaustion, guilt, well-intentioned-but-clueless partners, and infinite loads of laundry that come with being a mom.Packed with humor, warmth, and all-too-relatable anecdotes, this comic memoir explores the (often invisible) labor of modern motherhood that leaves so many moms feeling like they are losing themselves—and their minds! Whether you’re navigating a hellish sleep regression, wiping sweet potato off the walls, seething with spousal resentment (deserved and undeserved), or simply hoping to pee without a toddler watching, this candid and irreverent account perfectly captures what every mom knows in her heart to be true: motherhood is @#$% hard (and also really amazing)!Filled with Starr’s signature wit, warmth, and observational humor, Mama Needs a Minute! tackles all the absurdities of mom life and will make you laugh, cry, and feel seen in a way only a true mom-friend can offer. (immagine)
Categoria: Books: graphic novels (in preordine)
Uscita: 08/04/26
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By Mary Catherine Starr. Artist Mary Catherine Starr. Cover by Mary Catherine Starr.
Prezzo di copertina: USD 24,95
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Data di uscita: 08/04/26
Final Order Cutoff: 02/03/26 (se ordinato entro questa data - un paio di giorni prima per permetterci di ordinarlo - le possibilità che l'ordine verrà soddisfatto sono molto alte)
Expert maze creator and lifelong Star Wars fan Sean C. Jackson brings the saga to life through more than 30 beautifully illustrated mazes of iconic scenes and locations ranging from the forest moon of Endor to Bespin's Cloud City, the dark side planet of Exegol, Jabba's palace, pod races, clone armies, and much more. Each full-color maze includes notes about the environment and special bonus elements to find hidden along the way.Star Wars fans of all ages will enjoy racing through the corridors of the Death Star, scavenging inside a fallen star destroyer on Jakku, searching the rocky cliffs of Ahch-To, and much more. (immagine)
Categoria: Books: graphic novels (in preordine)
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By Sean C. Jackson. Artist Sean C. Jackson. Cover by Sean C. Jackson.
Prezzo di copertina: USD 14,95
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Data di uscita: 22/04/26
Final Order Cutoff: 16/03/26 (se ordinato entro questa data - un paio di giorni prima per permetterci di ordinarlo - le possibilità che l'ordine verrà soddisfatto sono molto alte)
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