THE WEB OF MEANING, Integrating Science and Traditional Wisdom to Find Our Place in the Universe by Jeremy Lent is a profound personal meditation on human existence by one of the greatest thinkers of our age. This eloquent book weaves together historic and contemporary thought on the deepest question of all: why are we here? You will find the writing totally inspiring shedding light on how to envision a better world, the emergence of new patterns of being, the move from domination to partnership, the future of the world. Published by New Society Publishers.

INSIDE THE HOLLYWOOD CLOSET: A Book Of Quotes, author Bozer Hadley journeys back in time as he examines what it was like to be gay in Hollywood during Tinseltown’s heyday, as well as how things have changed and what the future of Gay Hollywood looks like. Hadleigh examines both the obvious and and hidden costs of being queer in Hollywood from both the inside looking out and outside looking in. Quotes and statements of stars spotlight glaring, often shocking, juicy facts. Published by Riverdale Avenue Books.

ROADTRIP AMERICA A SPORTS FAN’S GUIDE TO ROUTE 66 by Ron Clements rolls from Chicago to Santa Monica with the author sharing inside stories on the NFL. NBA, NHL and MLB teams based in the cities and towns along Route 66. Enjoy colorful anecdotes about auto and horse racing tracks, rodeo areas, golf courses, and the amazing lineup of high school and collegiate sports programs. More than 300 photos and nine maps show the various attractions along the way. You will be entertained and enthralled with this who’s who and what’s where of sports landmarks, a mind-boggling and skillfully-written guide. Published by Imbrifex Books.

GROW YOUR OWN MINI FRUIT GARDEN, Planting and Tending Small Fruit Trees and Berries in Gardens and Containers, Christy Wilhelmi’s bible of small-space fruit growing. Turn your yard or patio pots into a mini fruit farm with these insider tips on selecting and nurturing the best compact fruit trees, bushes, vines and plants. Published by Cool Springs Press.

THE MONOCLE BOOK OF HOMES, A Guide to Inspiring Residences will inspire and sustain you. Through architecture, materials, craftsmanship, and design this book explores individual residences, housing projects old and new, communities and whole neighborhoods. The result: we discover how simple fixes can improve our lives. This is a book for anyone who cares about where they lay their heads and hang their hat. Published by the great house of Thames & Hudson, this volume celebrates everything that makes a space a home.