Books For All My Friends

Books make great gifts and stocking stuffers. If chosen well, they can complement a growing collection, be proudly displayed on a curated coffee table and speak volumes about one’s personality and interests. We’ve gone through the stacks and pulled out a few recommendations for your last minute holiday shopping.

FOR THE STYLE MAVEN:
American Style by Kelly Killoren Bensimon ($50)
- Published by Assouline, this beautiful hardcover book chronicles the icons of style in American society and culture including Diane Vreeland, the Rat Pack, Levi’s and Lilly Pulitzer.

FOR THE MODERN ENTERTAINER:
Instant Entertaining by Donna Hay ($34.95)
- One of my favorite cookbook authors, Donna Hay is an Australian food stylist who shows us how to be a wonderful hostess through easy-to-follow recipes and presentation ideas. Lazy Hostess approved!

FOR THE DIY DECORATOR:
Material World: Home Décor Projects for the Fabric Obsessed by Cat Wei ($19.99)
- By architect, designer and television host (Trading Spaces and Material Girls) Cat Wei, this book gives step-by-step instructions for decorating and personalizing every room in your house from sewing slipcovers to designing a bed for your dog.

FOR THE MUSIC AFICIONADO:
Clapton – The Autobiography by Eric Clapton ($26)
- A poignant look at the inspired and eventful life of legendary musician and icon Eric Clapton. More than just stories about indulgent rockstar antics, the book shares intimate moments of family loss, love and triumph over addiction.

FOR THE MARKETING GURU:
Microtrends: The Small Forces Behind Tomorrow’s Big Changes by Mark Penn ($25.99)
- An enlightening analysis of 70 microtrends in religion, leisure, politics, and family life that are changing the way we live. Perfect for those tired of quoting Malcolm Gladwell (”The Tipping Point” and “Blink”)

FOR THE BEST (or EX) FRIEND:
Six Weeks to Toxic by Louise McCormack ($13.95)
- A witty and entertaining story of a friendship between two female best friends that goes sour when the stakes start to change. (Note: can be given as a cautionary tale or a parting gift.)

Don’t forget to support your local neighborhood bookshops where the sales staff are generally very well read!

Notes on a Party will be closed on December 24th and 25th as we celebrate the holidays.