The One about John William Cooke’s “Brooks Brothers. Generations of Style. It’s All About the Clothing.” (2003)

In my closet, there are few brands that I am loyal to. Brooks Brothers is one of those brands that I am loyal to. I have many Brooks Brothers buttoned down shirts of all different colors in Regent size and I know what I’m getting Read More …

The One about Matt Hranek’s “A Man & His Watch: Iconic Watches and Stories from the Men Who Wore Them”

I am a watch guy! I am also a guy who reads about watches, learning more about the tradition and history behind the watchmaker and the company, while learning about the product releases since the company’s inception. But I saw a book that was different Read More …

The One about Rizzoli’s “Ralph Lauren’s Polo Shirt” to be released this spring!

As a big fan of Ralph Lauren the designer and Ralph Lauren clothing and also Rizzoli New York, a new Ralph Lauren book titled “Ralph Lauren’s Polo Shirt” will be released this spring (website has it in March 2022, Amazon has it for April 2022).  Read More …

The One about Chrissie Lam’s “The Greatest Love Story Ever Told”

For many people, the concept of “love” can differ when it comes to one offering their own definition of it. Chrissie Lam’s “The Greatest Love Story Ever Told” is a book based on the “Love is Project”. Chrissie left her job in 2012 of corporate Read More …

The One about Marvel Comics “Star Wars” vol. 1, issue #2 (1977) (May the 4th)

Back in 1977, Marvel Comics released a six-issue comic adaptation based on the film, “Star Wars” film, “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope”. Originally, Marvel was hesitant of taking on “Star Wars” because simply, comic book adaptations rarely did well. But with the Read More …

The One about the Mike Meyers’ CompTIA A+ Certification Passport, Seventh Edition

I am a big fan of the McGraw Hill Certification Books and the Mike Meyers’ CompTIA A+ Certification Passport, Seventh Edition is no doubt worth trying for those who work in IT or jobs that require a certification. And it helps to have this book Read More …

The One about Anthea Cheng’s “Incredible Plant-Based Desserts” book

When I visited the Farmer’s Market in Tokyo, there was one thing that was prevalent, which I never saw so much at a farmer’s market in the US and that is how many booths there were dedicated for plant-based desserts. Needless to say, it was Read More …

The One about Purezza Vegan Pizza by Filippo Rosato, Tim Barclay and Stefania Evangelisti

In the UK, Purezza is known as the UK’s first vegan pizzeria, serving plant-based versions of classic Italian dishes and now their cookbook titled “Purezza Vegan Pizza” by Filippo Rosato, Tim Barclay and Stefania Evangelisti is available on Amazon. The book is broken down into Read More …

The One about “Scientifica Historica: How the world’s great science books chart the history of knowledge”

For those interested in science, it’s often interesting to read about the perspectives towards science from the ancient world all the way up to our current present time. Brian Clegg’s book “Scientifica Historica: How the world’s great science books chart the history of knowledge” looks Read More …

The One about “The Sailing Bible: The Complete Guide for All Sailors from Novice to Expert”

When it comes to sailing, there is one book that is comprehensive, easy to read and recommended and that is “The Sailing Bible: The Complete Guide for All Sailors from Novice to Expert” by Jeremy Evans, Pat Manley and Barrie Smith. The book is wonderful Read More …

The One about the “Urban Legends from Space: The Biggest Myths About Space Demystified”

From Bob King, “Astro Bob” blogger and author of “Wonders of the Night Sky You Muse See Before You Die” and “Night Sky with the Naked Eye” comes his book “Urban Legends from Space: The Biggest Myths About Space Demystified”. For anyone interested in astrology, Read More …

The One about Jaime Hernandez’ “Is This How You See Me?” (Love & Rockets)

For those who grew up reading “Love and Rockets”, many grew up reading stories featuring character Maggie Luisa Chascarillo and Hopey Glass, two friends From Huerta (a.k.a. “Hoppers”), California known as “LOCAS” by a mechanic. While many grew up reading about the punky or crazy Read More …