Twelve books, twelve handwritten notes and a little London bookshop. Libby Page's tender novel about grief and starting again. #ad

Book 1 of our Isabel Allende series: the Trueba family, four generations and a touch of magic. #ad

Our little reading corner from Palm Beach: relaxed, easy reads with a little laugh, and three new book reviews every week starting Monday, November 9.

Hostess gifts under $50 that look far more expensive, from a monogram mug to a hammered gold tray, plus two small splurges. #ad

Letter to Santa kits, activity books, gingerbread villages and a cookie morning plan for December at home. #ad

Nine small, useful, lovely stocking stuffers for her, from a lip mask to silk scrunchies. #ad

Slim Aarons, Ina Garten and Assouline: the coffee-table books worth giving this Christmas. #ad

An easy Friendsgiving checklist: the menu, the table, what to buy and a two-week timeline. #ad

My herb-butter turkey, a candlelit table, and everything you need to set it.

Twenty-four thoughtful hostess gifts for the holidays, from coffee-table books to candles and bar-cart favorites. #ad