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Try These Fun, Fresh Pizza Recipes Tonight
Looking for a fun, fast dinner? We invite you to enjoy these yummy recipes from our new cookbook Pizza! Pizza! Pizza! from Sara Haas, RDN.
Recipe #1:
Spicy Southwest Pizza
Makes: One 10-inch pizzaIngredients
1 ball dough of your choice, at room temperature
3 tablespoons Spicy Cilantro Oil (see below), divided
1 small jalapeño, sliced
⅓ cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
¼ cup fresh sweet corn kernels
¼ cup seeded finely chopped fresh tomatoes
2 green onions, thinly sliced, divided
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese (4 ounces)
¼ cup fresh cilantro, choppedFor the Spicy Cilantro Oil
1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves and stems, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons roughly chopped jalapeño (about 1 pepper)
½ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
⅓ cup avocado oil (or canola oil)Directions
Place pizza stone on lowest rack in the oven or, if using a steel, place on the highest rack. Preheat oven to 500°F at least 45 minutes to 1 hour before baking.
To make the Spicy Cilantro Oil, add the cilantro, garlic and jalapeño to a food processor and pulse to combine. Remove lid, scrape down sides of the bowl and add the coriander and salt. Cover with the lid and, with the processor running, stream in oil and blend until smooth. Set aside.
When ready to make the pizza, sprinkle a bit of fine cornmeal and all-purpose flour on a pizza peel or piece of parchment. Stretch out the dough and shape into a circle, then transfer to prepared peel or parchment.
Spread 2 tablespoons of the Spicy Cilantro Oil over dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge, then top with jalapeño slices, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and half of the green onions. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper and scatter cheese on top.
Bake until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden, 8–10 minutes.
Remove the pizza from the oven and transfer it to a cutting board. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of Spicy Cilantro Oil on top, and garnish with the cilantro and remaining green onions. Cut into slices and enjoy immediately.
With over 75 unique recipes from savory homemade sauces to perfect pizza extras like salads and desserts, Pizza! Pizza! Pizza! has everything you need: making your own dough, preparing the best sauces, combining exciting topping ideas, and more.
Recipe #2:
Hummus & Roasted Red Pepper Pizza
Makes: One 10-inch pizzaIngredients
1 ball dough of your choice, at room temperature
¼ cup hummus
1 cup packed baby spinach 1 jarred roasted red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup low-moisture part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon finely chopped curly parsley
Flaky sea salt and black pepper, for garnishingDirections
Place pizza stone on lowest rack in the oven or, if using a steel, place on the highest rack. Preheat oven to 500°F at least 45 minutes to 1 hour before baking.
Sprinkle a bit of fine cornmeal and all-purpose flour on a pizza peel or piece of parchment. Stretch out the dough and shape into a circle, then transfer to prepared peel or parchment.
Spread hummus over dough leaving a 1-inch border around the edge, then top with spinach and bell pepper. Sprinkle mozzarella and feta cheese, then sprinkle with smoked paprika.
Bake until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden, 8–10 minutes.
Remove the pizza from the oven and transfer it to a cutting board. Garnish with parsley, flaky sea salt and black pepper, then cut into slices and enjoy immediately.
About the Author
Sara Haas, RDN, LDN, is a professional recipe developer, food photographer and freelance writer based in Chicago, Illinois. Sara has been featured in Eating Well Magazine, Allrecipes, Shape Magazine, Parents Magazine, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, and more. She is also the author of Taco! Taco! Taco! and co-author of The Fertility Foods Cookbook. Find out more at sarahaasrdn.com.
Pizza! Pizza! Pizza!
Written by Sara Haas, RDN
978-1-57826-968-6, $25.00 hardcoverPublished by Hatherleigh Press.
Distributed through Penguin Random House.
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October 9th is International Emergency Nurses Day
Self-Care is Essential
A Personal Resiliency Program for Healthcare Professionals, First Responders & Other CaregiversIn a world where life can often feel overwhelming, time-consuming, and complicated, self-care doesn’t have to be. Self-Care is Essential is here to remind you that the most important person in your life is you. This book offers a straightforward commitment to self-care, helping you reduce stress, restore energy, and build resilience, so you’re better prepared to tackle life’s unpredictable challenges.
Self-Care is Essential provides practical techniques specifically designed for those who need self-care the most but often practice it the least: caregivers, essential workers, healthcare professionals, and first responders. These individuals face unique demands and stressors, including long hours, emotional exhaustion, and the pressure of making life-and-death decisions.
Inside the book, you’ll find:
• Time Management Tips: Maximize productivity and reduce stress.
• Self-Massage Techniques: Relax and restore your energy.
• Nutritional Guidelines: Maintain a balanced diet, even on the go.
• Beginner-Friendly Yoga Movements: Stretch and strengthen your body.
• Personal Space Advice: Create your ideal environment for relaxation.
• Aromatherapy and Guided Meditation Tips: Soothe and calm your mind.After spending so much time caring for others, it can feel like you’ve forgotten how to care for yourself. Self-Care is Essential helps you break the cycle, rediscover your motivation, and embark on an authentic self-care journey.
About the Author
Gwen Lawrence is a health and well-being educator, mindfulness coach and a practicing fitness professional for over 30 years. Her current work includes specialized self-care and resilience training for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and essential workers.Praise for Self-Care is Essential
“…provides universally relevant, time-tested techniques that puts every reader in the driver’s seat on the road to better physical, emotional and spiritual health.” —Judy Dimon
“Gwen has a vast knowledge of how the physical body and energetic body are connected.” —Pamela Fellows, meditation teacher
“The tools Gwen provides in this book are user-friendly for all to benefit.” —Salliann Schippers, LCSW Behavioral Health Specialist
“The practices Gwen teaches are accessible and straightforward enough that they have become a part of my daily routine and changed the way that I approach and meet each day.” —Mystie Arnold, RYT, PYFS
“From yoga to massage to goal-setting tips, Gwen’s expertise and experience breathe new life into whole-body wellness.” —Crystal Fenton, yoga teacher and author
“…self-care is a necessity for physical and mental survival.” —Jo-Ann Avalone, retired NYPD 911 first responder
SELF-CARE IS ESSENTIAL
Written by Gwen Lawrence
Foreword by Laura Dimon
Preface by Aimee Dannaoui, MSN, RN
978-1-57826-998-3, $20.00 paperback
978-1-961293-04-5, $9.99 ebookPublished by Hatherleigh Press.
Distributed through Penguin Random House.
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Connected & Engaged Remove Digital Distractions & Reconnect with the World
Staying connected and engaged with the important people in our life has never been more critical—or more challenging. The widespread epidemic of digital addiction and device overuse has contributed to a near-complete breakdown in our ability to form lasting, meaningful relationships with those around us.
As a clinical psychologist, Dr. Lori Whatley has invested years into helping people manage their digital devices to live fuller, more vibrant lives. Born from her one-on-one interactions with patients, Connected & Engaged delivers actionable advice that will transform your relationships and your life.
The insights provided in Connected & Engaged will empower you to:
• Create strong relational connections with the people closest to you
• Minimize the stress that comes from your digital devices
• Employ more effective, in-person communication methods
• Set and maintain personal boundaries against digital distractionAre you ready to connect with the people around you, engage in the world, and create a life that makes you feel alive? Today is the day to truly get connected and engaged!
About the Author
Dr. Lori Whatley is a clinical psychologist who specializes in the effects of digital device usage on both individuals and businesses. Over her 25-year career, she has worked with thousands of clients to help reconnect and repair personal connections. To learn more or get in touch, visit DrLoriWhatley.com.
Praise for Connected & Engaged
“…equips us with practical suggestions to help us put people first.”
—Rory Vaden, New York Times bestselling author“An honest look at our digital lives with real-life solutions.”
—Kelly Jameson, PhD, LPC-S“…a powerful, yet simple blueprint to help us manage our distractions and focus on what matters most, the people in our lives.”
—Anton J. Gunn, MSW, CDM, CSP“…helped me use technology to increase productivity, reduce stress, improve my relationships, and feed my brain with the same intention I feed my body.”
—Kristen Coffield, Founder and CEO of The Culinary Cure“…gives refreshing and thought-provoking advice on how we can live our best lives in this age of technology.”
—Kaedy Kiely, Afternoon Drive Host at WSRV-FM
Connected & Engaged
Written by Dr. Lori Whatley
978-1-961293-06-9, $18.00 paperback
978-1-961293-07-6, $9.99 ebookPublished by Hatherleigh Press.
Distributed through Penguin Random House.
Available wherever books are sold.
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The Collective Book Studio Celebrates Hispanic History Month with a Selection of Inspirational Children’s Books
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, The Collective Book Studio proudly highlights three exceptional children’s books that honor Latinx voices and stories: The Fly Who Flew to Space, I’ll Be the Moon, and Calvin and the Sugar Apples. Each of these captivating titles has been recognized for their creativity, cultural significance, and their ability to inspire young readers through imaginative storytelling and the richness of Latinx heritage.
The Fly Who Flew to Space
This debut children’s book by award-winning journalist and philanthropist Lauren Sánchez takes readers on an exhilarating space adventure with Flynn the Fly. Through Flynn’s journey, young readers are introduced to early space concepts like atmosphere and G-Force, while also exploring Earth’s incredible natural wonders.
The story is a testament to how curiosity and big dreams can lead to astonishing discoveries. Since its release, The Fly Who Flew to Space has become the #1 New Release in Children’s Literature on Amazon, reaching the bestseller list for its engaging narrative and educational value.
I’ll Be the Moon
Written by Phillip D. Cortez and illustrated by Mafs Rodriguez Alpide, I’ll Be the Moon tells the heartfelt story of a young girl on a journey to reunite with her father across the border. Guided by the moon’s gentle light, the book illustrates how hope can shine through the darkest of times.
The story recently earned top honors at the 2024 International Latino Book Awards for its moving narrative, celebrating identity, dreams, and resilience. With its beautifully illustrated pages, I’ll Be the Moon offers a poignant reminder of the power of connection and hope.
Calvin and the Sugar Apples
Written by Ines E. Oliveira and illustrated by Vanessa Balezza, Calvin and the Sugar Apples is a sensitive exploration of loss and change. The story follows ten-year-old Amelia as she grapples with the absence of her beloved chinchilla, Calvin. When he is no longer in his cage, and her parents tell her he’s in a “better place,” Amelia struggles to cope with her feelings of loss.
The book also addresses her personal challenges, including a falling-out with her best friend and missing a school talent show. Calvin and the Sugar Apples was recognized with an honorable mention at the 2024 International Latino Book Awards for its tender portrayal of grief, friendship, and healing.
Through these stories, The Collective Book Studio reaffirms its dedication to amplifying diverse voices in children’s literature. These three award-winning books not only celebrate Latinx culture but also offer important messages of hope, resilience, and connection.
As a woman-owned, independent press based in Oakland, CA, The Collective Book Studio publishes high-quality lifestyle, gift, and children’s books. With a mission to inspire, entertain, and educate, the studio’s carefully curated selections are perfect for readers of all ages. Distributed by Simon & Schuster, The Collective Book Studio brings readers the very best in storytelling, making it easy to find the perfect gift for any occasion.
For more information about these books, visit Simon & Schuster’s website at www.simonandschuster.com.
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Unwittingly Transported To The Future, One Man Must Determine The Fate Of Time Travel Itself In The Timestream Verdict, a Bold New Sci-Fi Novel By Jordan Berk Debuting Today
When a time-traveling jury is summoned to rule on the first-ever case of time-travel murder, they must reach a verdict on the nature of time itself.
This is the riveting premise of The Timestream Verdict, a bold, original new sci-fi book written by first-time author Jordan Berk and debuting in print and e-book September 10 by IngramElliott Publishing (http://www.ingramelliott.com/
timestream_verdict.html). Thought-provoking, tinged with humor, mystery and action, rich in characterization and a genuine page-turner, The Timestream Verdict is certain to delight fans of time travel novels and legal thrillers alike.
Tackling the mind-bending complexities, potential world-changing ramifications and confounding ethical quandaries associated with time travel, The Timestream Verdict not only spans several fiction genres, but finds an inventive new way to tell the classic story of an ordinary person thrust into extraordinary circumstances that is certain to resonate with readers of all interests and backgrounds.
Copies of The Timestream Verdict can be pre-ordered now via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, IndieBound, Apple iTunes, and – as of September 10 – may be purchased in select bookstores nationwide.
A Time-Travel Crime Calls For a Time-Travel Jury
Aaron Barnett falls asleep as an ordinary 1980s accountant and wakes up sixty years later as a juror for the trial of the century. As he soon learns, the utopian society of 2042 is grappling with the murder of the legendary scientist deemed the ‘mother of time travel.’ And only this jury of inadvertent time travelers is equipped to reach an impartial verdict.Once the shock of his situation begins to wear off, Aaron finds the world of the mid twenty-first century to be a paradise. Far removed from his monotonous life, he savors the advancements and luxuries that the seemingly idyllic future has to offer.
Unfortunately, Aaron’s initial euphoria is shattered once he uncovers the complicated, hidden truths behind time travel, and realizes that his own past, present, and future are suddenly at risk. Because the harsh reality is that Aaron and his fellow jurors may be ruling on far more than a lone case of temporal homicide. They may be delivering a verdict on the very nature of time itself.
Commented Jordan Berk, “I’m so grateful to IngramElliott for the opportunity to contribute to my favorite genre of fiction, and to follow in my father and grandfather’s footsteps as a novelist. Being a lifelong, avid reader and watcher of time travel books and films, I feel like this is the story I was always meant to write.”“We knew instantly that Jordan was a rising star,” said publisher P.E. Calvert. “The premise of The Timestream Verdict struck us immediately as a fresh take on a beloved and familiar genre. We loved following along with the characters as they encounter this incredible new world and our entire team resonated with the humanity that Jordan brought to the science fiction genre. We immediately saw its potential for adaptation to film and TV.”
In this regard, the company will soon begin actively exploring opportunities to develop The Timestream Verdict into a theatrical movie or television film.
About The Author
Jordan Berk is the grandson of noted screenwriter and novelist Howard Berk, whose credits included Columbo, Mission: Impossible and The Rockford Files. Jordan’s father is Peter Berk, co-author (with Howard Berk) of IngramElliott’s award-winning TimeLock series of action/sci-fi novels and the author of a political legal thriller entitled First Line of Defense that will be published by IngramElliott October 1.
A software engineer by trade, and a self-described nerd by nature, Jordan has loved time travel stories for as long as he can remember, which is why it’s no surprise to those who know him that his first-ever novel would be in that genre.
In addition to writing, Jordan enjoys basketball, technology, and songwriting. He lives near Los Angeles with his wife, Stephanie, and two young children.
Connect with Jordan on Facebook and Instagram @
jordanberk_author. About IngramElliott Publishing
IngramElliott is an award-winning independent publisher with a mission to bring great stories to light in print and on-screen. For more information, please visit www.ingramelliott.com.
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Modern-Day Morticia and Gomez Addams Reveal Odd and Macabre Artifacts in New Book Releasing in Time for Halloween
In The Witch’s Door: Oddities & Tales from the Esoteric to the Extreme (Chronicle Prism; October 1, 2024; Hardcover; ISBN: 978-1797229584), Ryan Matthew Cohn and Regina Rossi, trendsetting tastemakers in artifact collecting and founders of the Oddities Flea Market, welcome fans of curiosities (and anyone simply curious) inside the bizarre business that brought them together and introduce some of the unusual stuff and eccentric people they’ve encountered while doing what they love. The result is an engaging mix of memoir, exposé, how-to guide, and curated tour, filled with jaw-dropping photographs and unbelievable-but-true stories of exploded skulls, wax penises, and lots more.
Through Ryan and Regina’s wild adventures in artifact hunting, gathering, assessing, haggling, collecting, and curating, readers will discover:
- How Ryan uncovered a treasure trove of Kapala skulls wrapped in a dead missionary’s underwear—and how Regina strolled through airport security, rocking a monkey skull necklace.
- The ancient history, meticulous craft, and the key to telling a genuine shrunken head from a knock-off: pay close attention to the detail in the ear.
- How a vast collection of anatomical wax antiques stashed in a basement in Munich made its way to Brooklyn’s celebrated House of Wax—after considerable care and shipping costs.
- Why determining the provenance of any artifact or artwork is so important, if challenging, to avoid being scammed into investing in something stolen, illegally exported, or fake.
- The work of established antiquarians, like Billy Leroy of Billy’s Antiques, and quirks of serious collectors, like Nick Parmesan, retired NYPD sergeant turned hoarder, who had valuable pieces—including an antique electric chair—buried under mounds of junk.
- The incredible memento mori collection of art dealer Richard Harris—and how, rather than being morbid, collections of death masks and skulls can help us come to terms with our mortality.
- Why collecting dolls can be rewarding and chilling—and evidence to support that two vintage Charlie McCarthy ventriloquist dummies in Ryan and Regina’s collection might be haunted.
About the Authors
Ryan Matthew Cohn is an artist, curator, art collector, and the Oddities Flea Market cofounder. His artwork has been exhibited at the Museum of Arts and Design, Armour-Stiner Octagon House, Copro Gallery, Last Rites Gallery, Morbid Anatomy Museum, Roq La Rue Gallery, and more. His curatorial work has appeared in Playboy, Revolver, and The New York Times, as well as in films such as Wonderstruck and The Greatest Showman. Between 2010 and 2014, Ryan was featured as one of the stars on the Discovery Channel show Oddities, and he currently appears on the web series Antiques and Their Afterlives on Atlas Obscura.
Regina Marie Rossi is the co-founder and producer of the Oddities Flea Market, a traveling high-end art market, which expanded from Brooklyn to Los Angeles, Chicago, Seattle, Manhattan, and beyond under her leadership. In 2016, she collaborated with her husband, Ryan, to curate Brooklyn’s House of Wax, a bar, museum, and event space like no other. With a background in high-end fashion, Regina brings glamour and elegance to her exhibits and events.
Ryan and Regina live in Connecticut with their cat, three dogs, and a growing collection of rare art, oddities, and other ephemera. The Witch’s Door is their first book.
Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Witchs-
Door-Oddities-Esoteric- Extreme/dp/1797229583
