Book Lovers

By Published On: October 15, 2024

Beautiful tomes for the newlywed home

By Rebecca Voigt   |   Photography by Abby Rose Photo

From a perfectly styled coffee table to the shelves of your personal library, books add color, texture, and literary richness to any home. Here, independent booksellers from across Michigan share their picks for your new chapter as a married couple.

Flower Love 

by Kristen Griffith-VanderYacht

“This gorgeous coffee table book features full-spread photographs of a wide variety of flower arrangements, making it both a pleasure to flip through and a useful tool for those interested in learning how to create a beautiful bouquet themselves. We think this is a perfect pick for newlyweds looking to fill their home with love,” says Sabina Carty, Manager & Displays at Literati Bookstore.

$35, at Literati Bookstore, Ann Arbor; 734.585.5567; literatibookstore.com

What We Keep 

by Jean Lin

“Inside this book are meditations on the objects we collect and decide to keep around us, examined through profiles of artists and what they keep hoarded in their (aesthetically pleasing) studios and homes,” Carty says. “Besides providing an opportunity to meditate on what objects remain special to you as you move from one stage of life to another, the photography in this book is top tier and stunning to look at.”

$40, at Literati Bookstore, Ann Arbor; 734.585.5567; literatibookstore.com

The New York Times Essential Book of Cocktails

edited by Steve Reddicliffe

Alana Haley of Schuler Books says, “Everything you need to set up your home bar — we suggest stocking it entirely with Michigan spirits — and teach you the recipes and skills to mix up the perfect cocktail for any entertaining occasion is right here; from the classics to new favorites. Cheers!”

$40, at Schuler Books locations throughout Michigan; shulerbooks.com

Pulp: A Practical Guide to Cooking with Fruit

by Abra Berens

Jenny Puvogel, owner of Cottage Book Shop, recommends this “organized, easygoing guide focusing on all the ways fruit can elevate simple, delicious dishes. This Michigan-based author highlights seasonal fruits and uses them to enhance flavors.”

$35, at Cottage Book Shop, Glen Arbor; 231.334.4223; cottagebooks.com

The New Design Rules

by Emily Henderson

“This home design book covers everything from light fixtures to picking the right rug, providing tons of helpful advice for newlyweds who might be moving somewhere new or renovating somewhere old,” Carty says. “Whether you’re unsure of what to do with your mudroom or looking for thoughts on wallpaper, this book has the answers — and they’re all packaged in a stunning hardcover that will function as a display piece itself!”

$32.50, at Literati Bookstore, Ann Arbor; 734.585.5567; literatibookstore.com 

Zingerman’s Bakehouse Celebrate Every Day

by Amy Emberling, Lindsay-Jean Hard, and Corynn Coscia

“We’re big Zingerman’s fans — Zingerman’s Roadhouse is right in our Ann Arbor store’s parking lot — and their cookbooks are as exceptional and fun as you would expect,” Haley says. “This is a book you’ll use again and again to create something tasty to celebrate with loved ones, as we often do, around the table.”

$30, at Schuler Books locations throughout Michigan; shulerbooks.com

Bibliophile: An Illustrated Miscellany

by Jane Mount

“As a bookstore, of course we had to suggest a book about books! This love letter to all things bookish brings literary people, places, and things to life through engaging visuals by an artist famous for her book stack illustrations. It may just help you discover your next favorite read,” Haley says.

$30, at Schuler Books locations throughout Michigan; shulerbooks.com

The French Chef Cookbook 

by Julia Child

“A beautiful new edition of the beloved cookbook capturing the spirit of Julia Child’s debut TV show, which made her a star — this book should be in every kitchen everywhere,” Puvogel says.

$35, at Cottage Book Shop, Glen Arbor; 231.334.4223; cottagebooks

Living By the Water

by Sally Hayden

“There is something special about living by the water,” Puvogal says. “In this beautiful book, interior and lifestyle stylist Sally Hayden highlights 12 beautiful homes across the globe that celebrate water and all it offers. Take a deep breath and relax with this beautiful book.”

$35, at Cottage Book Shop, Glen Arbor; 231.334.4223; cottagebooks.com

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