NEW YORK — Unless the subject was vampires, or the author our next president, it was a hard, discouraging year for the book business.
A recession that only deepened led ...
The presidential election between Democrat Barack Obama and Republican John McCain seemed to have tapped the enthusiasm of voters nationwide.
Butler County was not immun...
Trying to find the "right" book for the child on your holiday gift list can be a bit overwhelming. Bookstores are brimming with titles that are hot-off-the-press and tit...
There is nothing better than seeing a child's face light up while opening a gift during the holidays. But with the economy slowing and people reining in their spending, ...
1 10-ounce jar maraschino cherries, stemless
¾ cup finely chopped pecans
Pinch of nutmeg
Pinch of cinnamon
8 ounces semisweet or milk chocolate, cut into pieces
8 ou...
Holiday entertaining requires more than artful decorations, tasty hors d'oeuvres and some cheerful librations. Savvy hosts know great holiday entertaining occurs in a ho...
Teenagers are tough customers for gift giving. The days of buying them cute ensembles, Hot Wheels and craft kits are so over.
But must we resort only to envelopes of cas...
To care for antique ornaments, gather the following supplies:
• Acid-free paper
• Perhaps bubble wrap or bubble bags
Some collectors dislike the bulkiness of the wrap an...
Holidays bring out the party animal in all of us, and dog owners are no exception. Today, an increasing number of people are including their canine companions in their h...
