Food fiction evokes emotions along with delicious flavors and stories. Past favorites in the genre include LIKE WATER FOR CHOCOLATE, FRIED GREEN TOMATOES AT THE WHISTLE STOP CAFE, THE SCHOOL OF ESSENTIAL INGREDIENTS and CHOCOLAT. Happily, many new food-themed mysteries and romances have been released recently or are coming out soon. This taste-tempting bookshelf (which was so much fun to build) includes a series about a White House chef, coffeehouse creations, catering, wedding cakes and more.

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It happens every year. As soon as January 1st hits, stores fill their shelves with heart decorations and mass amounts of red and pink. You can't escape it --- Valentine's Day is everywhere from January 1 until February 14, and then these things are gone as quickly as they appeared. Thankfully, books can stay with you forever, so whether you have a special someone to spend Valentine's Day with this year or not, our collection of 20 romance novels will help make the day extra special!

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It's that time of year! With the holidays quickly approaching, our contributor Amy Alessio assembled a collection of holiday cookbooks to help you plan your menu!

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Living on your own for the first time can be a challenge -- especially without mom's home-cooked meals! We feel your pain --- every time you go to try a new recipe you realize you have to buy all of the ingredients AND the pot to cook them in.

In our first collection of cookbooks, we have put together a list of "Cookbooks to Get You Started" as you embark on your independent life. From classics like JOY OF COOKING to modern day marvels like LIFE AFTER RAMEN, we have got you covered. These books will help you go from lost in the kitchen to expert chef in no time!

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