Featuring recipes from WYES PBS’s A Chef’s Journey, this collection brings the flavors of New Orleans to life through the recipes of Edgar “Dook” Chase IV. Alongside dishes showcased in the series, this book includes additional recipes that highlight his creativity and mastery of New Orleans cuisine.

Dook Chase is an acclaimed New Orleans chef and restaurateur, best known as the executive chef and co-owner of the legendary Dooky Chase’s Restaurant. A fourth-generation member of the iconic Chase family, he proudly carries forward the culinary and cultural legacy established by his grandparents, Leah and Edgar Chase Jr.



Dook brings a thoughtful, contemporary approach to the kitchen while honoring the classic Creole cuisine for which the restaurant is known. In 2025, the Chase family was awarded the James Beard America’s Classics: South Award.

In the heart of Louisiana, where cypress trees sing and flavors tell stories, young Louise and her loyal pup Cani set off on a delightful garden adventure at the Louisiana Governor’s Mansion. With baskets in hand and curiosity leading the way, the duo explores rows of vibrant vegetables—searching for the perfect ingredients to create a true Cajun feast.

From crunchy peppers to juicy tomatoes, each stop in the garden brings new discoveries, playful moments, and lessons about where food comes from and how it brings people together. Along the way, Louise learns that cooking isn’t just about recipes—it’s about culture, community, and a little bit of love.

Written by First Lady Sharon Landry and Alysson Foti Bourque, this charming picture book celebrates Louisiana pride, farm-to-table traditions, and the joy of sharing a meal. Perfect for young readers, it’s a flavorful journey filled with friendship, curiosity, and Southern charm. 

In this festive and heartwarming tale, a young boy named Pierce is determined to prove he belongs on Santa’s Nice List.

After sending a letter with a special invitation, he gets an unexpected Thanksgiving visit from Santa himself. As the evening unfolds, small mishaps and honest moments reveal that being “nice” isn’t about being perfect—it’s about learning, growing, and making things right.

Filled with humor, holiday magic, and a touch of Thanksgiving cheer, this charming story reminds readers that everyone deserves a second chance.

In this imaginative retelling of the classic ballet set deep in an enchanted swamp, an alligator prince and a beautiful pelican princess fall in love while battling the evil sorcerer Rougarou to break his curse.

When Prince Louis ventures beyond his kingdom, he discovers a hidden lake and Princess Odette, who is bound by dark magic. As deception and danger threaten to keep them apart, Louis must find the courage to follow his heart and help set her free.

Filled with Southern charm and enchanting swamp creatures, this bayou-inspired tale brings a beloved story to life in a magical new way.

A hilarious behind-the-scenes book from “the best warmup guy in the business” who kept live studio audiences engaged and laughing on TV sets (Jay Leno).

A comedy show where no one is laughing is anything but funny, so from the late 1970s to the early 2000s, stand-up comedian Robert Perlow made it his mission to keep the energy flowing on television sets. Perlow perfected his routine as a warmup guy on the sets of some of television’s most popular shows, including Friends, Will & Grace, Growing Pains, Cheers, Full House, and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. From an improv class with Robin Williams to a heated encounter with Tim Allen, Perlow saw it all. He uses his trademark humor to reveal personal recollections from both behind and in front of the camera in this hilarious tell-all book.

“You’re going to like Bob Perlow. It is impossible not to like him. He tells a great tale, spins a great joke, and will get under your skin before you know he’s there.” —Jason Alexander

“One of the best.” —Garry Marshall

“A must read for anyone wanting an insider’s look at comedy, TV, and celebrities.” —Fred Willard

“An inherently fascinating and consistently compelling read from beginning to end, The Warmup Guy is impressively well written, organized and presented, giving the appreciative reader true insights in the creation of television programming.” —Midwest Book Review

An in-depth look at the doomed U.S. Army Air Force attack on Romanian oil fields vital to Hitler's success.

In 1943, the Allied powers were grasping for anything to undercut Hitler's power and relieve his relentless pressure on the Red Army, which had already suffered a staggering 11 million casualties. The U.S. Army Air Force planned Operation Tidal Wave, which would take off from Benghazi, Libya, fly low and maintain complete radio silence to escape Axis observation, and bomb Hitler's vital oil fields in Ploesti, Romania. On August 1, 177 B-24 bombers prepared to take off. Fourteen hours later, only 88 B-24s returned.

Operation Tidal Wave was a massive strategic defeat. However, it proved the mettle of the USAAF and provided a rallying point for the public. Author William R. Bradle offers the definitive account of this doomed operation: the strengths, weaknesses, heroism, and failings and takes readers into the thick of the action with thrilling accounts from many of the crews.

Praise for The Daring World War II Raid on Ploesti

"This account of the Ploesti mission does an admirable job of laying out the planning, personalities, and attendant conflicts among many participants, the mistakes made and losses inflicted by the Germans and Romanians. An eminently readable story that further emphasizes and demonstrates the mettle of the Greatest Generation." —New York Journal of Books