*June Staff Picks*

An expert guide to producing beautiful lifelike drawings of birds in their natural habitat.

In this groundbreaking and deeply personal book, Ron Cooper--a leading voice in the artisanal mezcal movement, and the person largely responsible for popularizing the spirit in the United States--shares everything he knows about this storied, culturally rich, and now hugely in-demand spirit, along with 50 recipes.

The right-sized handbook for fruit preserving, with 75 basic and special recipes for jams, jellies, chutneys, and compotes, by chef emeritus and master preserver Joyce Goldstein.

A delightful collection of classic recipes, folk history, and original drawings by Cape Cod's most-admired chef. With a new Introduction by Anthony Bourdain

The first cookbook dedicated to making dosas at home, with 50 recipes for batters, fillings, and accompaniments.

An inspiring step-by-step guide to creating contemporary textile artworks themed on nature.

A rich and captivating novel set amid the witty, high-spirited literary society of 1850s New England, offering a new window on Herman Melville's emotionally charged relationship with Nathaniel Hawthorne and how it transformed his masterpiece, Moby-Dick

A warm and wonderfully vivid novel about taking second chances--in life and in the sea

Llama Llama learns to swim in this sweet 8x8 based on an episode from the Netflix animated television series.

Get back to nature in this gorgeous sunlit filled book that celebrates the joy of being outdoors.

New things can be scary — but as one endearing little girl discovers, it’s perfectly fine to take your time.Swimming lessons are on Saturdays, and every Saturday one little girl has a stomachache. When she gets to the pool it’s loud, the floor is wet and slippery, and her swim cap is too tight. Her swimming instructor, Mary, says it’s OK to sit by the edge if she doesn’t want to get in the water this week. The next Saturday the girl has a stomachache again, but with Mary’s gentle encouragement, she eventually manages to make it into the pool to practice her kicks. Little by little, the girl’s confidence grows — until one Saturday comes around when she has no stomachache at all! In a charming and relatable story about trying something new, author-illustrator Hyewon Yum shows that sometimes a little bravery and a lot of patience are all you need to face your fear.

Featuring beautiful watercolor bird illustrations from leading ornithologist David Sibley, this 40-piece matching game is sure to charm both children and parents.

A pop-up surprise under every flap!

The perfect gift for hikers, campers, and nature lovers, this set of 24 postcards from Louisiana's Blackbird Letterpress celebrates America's national parks and the heyday of road tripping.

The internationally bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees shows how we can decipher nature's secret signs by studying the weather.

With vibrant, uplifting artwork, thought-provoking monthly themes and insightful weekly quotes, the Every Day Matters 2019 Diary will help readers feel not only highly organized but also deeply inspired every day of the year.