What Was It like, Mr. Emperor? is a fascinating book that details the life of royalty in dynastic China. Focusing primarily on the Ming and Qing dynasties, the book offers a glimpse into the Forbidden City and discusses the... Read More

By George, we hardly knew ya. One of the great lamentations of American historians is the dearth of knowledge about George Washington’s childhood. Washington rarely talked about it later in life, and we’re left with fabrications... Read More

Marylee MacDonald’s wide-ranging short-story collection finds its settings in foreign lands and distant places around the world, from a beggar’s apartment building in a maze-like neighborhood on the outskirts of Prague, where a... Read More

Warm and interactive, this wholly unique workbook fills a gap in the support structure for teens and young adults exploring their gender identity. The Gender Quest Workbook—by real-world counselors and gender experts Rylan Jay Testa,... Read More

A child uses zoo animals as models for his yoga practice in this approachable guide that’s easy to follow along. From the brave lion to the funny camel to the elegant eagle, the asanas this attentive boy attempts are well explained and... Read More