Well Read - The Muse Issue

We asked some friends and contributors to share a book they enjoy – a read that stayed with them long after they turned the last page. If you’re looking for a great recommendation for what to read next, see why our contributors chose these titles.

Bonjwing Lee’s Pick
To America with Love
by A.A. Gill

“British journalist, critic and author A.A. Gill makes keen observations about his figurative and real cousins across the pond in this love letter to America. Part anthropology, part sociology, part memoir, it brilliantly anthologizes slices of American history and culture, ranging from religion and education, to films, moonshine and New York City.”

Dara Caponigro’s Pick
Decorate Like a Decorator
by Dara Caponigro

“My book breaks down many of the decorator tricks that we all know and love – from pretty curtain treatments to paint ideas to fun ways to hang art. It’s a visual essay that’s meant to educate, but also to inspire and is a tribute to designers everywhere.”

Editor’s Pick
The Heirloomist: 100 Treasures and the Stories They Tell
by Shana Novak

"We all have personal treasures that mean something to us well beyond what meets the eye. The Heirloomist explores the meaning and stories behind objects, ranging from totally ordinary to wildly unexpected. These stories celebrate sentiment, sentimentality and the beauty of the human experience and the items we collect along the way."

Isabel’s Pick
Memory Piece: A Novel
by Lisa Ko

“Memory Piece by Lisa Ko tells the story of three girls who become bonded in the non-digital 1980s, following their friendship, ambitions and happiness as they age into the high-tech 2040s. This is a great read about expectations, relationships and how life-dreams become complicated and hazy over time.”

Mary Celeste’s Pick
A Quick Drink: The Speed Rack Guide to Winning Cocktails for Any Mood
by Lynnette Marrero and Ivy Mix with Megan Krigbaum

"You simply can't beat a great cocktail book that you can trust for a solid recipe any time you need drink inspiration. This book shines a light on some of the most influential women in the beverage world!"

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