Prospect Books imprint: 68 books

This book takes a look at some of the food riots of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries and other food related social conflict in the UK and tells the story of those involved. Using words and verse from contemporary broadside ballads and folk song, which emerged in the years that followed on from events, the author looks closely at the evolution of the modern food system.

Quinces have become an undeservedly forgotten fruit. This book reintroduces them, making them more accessible and providing an inviting range of recipes. The trees do not require much space, and are easy to grow. The fruits are delicious and versatile and the recipes here extend well beyond jellies...

This book is about cooking and lifestyle in both the French and Spanish Basque regions, since, sharing their own language, the two countries are really one nation. The small towns are unlike any other, with restaurant names that sound explosive, Berasategui, Arbalaitz, Arzak, and Atxa. Basque food...

Cherry trees herald Spring, with their beautiful blossoms.With our warmer summers, they also provide luscious fruit, and with a full tree of cherries, it can be difficult to know how to cook and preserve them.This book provides the inspiration and with the help of the authors, you can enjoy the fruit...

Tandoors, communal bakehouses, Cob ovens, Hay boxes, Hangi underground ovens from the Pacific, and of course, Barbeques. Josh Sutton has researched the ways humankind has enjoyed cooking in the great outdoors. By focusing on outdoor ovens, meaning those constructed or used outside of the home, as...

The Gracie Allen Award–winning Satellite Sisters deliver a heartfelt celebration of women who stick together, stay strong, and rise above. I owe you for that night at that dive bar on our road trip. I should not line dance under the influence, and I think we both know that now. I owe...

There's been a shocking double murder in Tuttle Corner, Virginia, involving high-profile players from Washington D.C. This brings national attention—and big-city competition for the story—to junior reporter Riley Ellison's little corner of the world. Beloved café owner Rosalee is the prime suspect...

The second of a planned series of four books focusing on culture, people, humor, and zeitgeist of L.A. Editor is respected as a former magazine editor and communications chief for a prominent social-justice nonprofit Focus will be on smart, entertaining short pieces, not esoteric or...

One of life's biggest clichés becomes a horrific reality when Douglas Segal's wife and young daughter are hit head-on by a Los Angeles city bus. Miraculously, his daughter was unharmed, but his wife faced a series of life-threatening injuries, including the same one that famously left Christopher...

New York lawyer Alec Brno (Pardon the Ravens) is must rescue two of his firm’s largest clients to avoid professional and financial ruin. Meanwhile, his adopted sixteen-year-old daughter, the inheritor of a Mafia fortune, is targeted in a sex-slave scheme by her uncle, the capo famiglia, as is Alec’s...

The second in a strong new mystery series that will have solid promotion from both the author and the publisher First in the series garnered a lot of attention at ALA17, Bouchercon 2016, SIBA, and MIBA and has proven to be successful The humorous themes will attract readership of all...

Seasoned writer with established fan base exploring a new genre Unique family dynamic explored within the novel; will resonate with wider audiences

A rollicking, page-turning thriller that “crackles with sharp dialogue” and “a witty narrative voice that puts the reader in mind of Elmore Leonard” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review). Caleb Rush, a. k. a. Crush, is the toughest, coolest bodyguard/bouncer in Los Angeles, a man who lives...

An old friend brings new trouble in this tightly plotted tale of Hollywood murder: “Fast, light, and witty . . . a pleasure” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review). Caleb “Crush” Rush, LA’s toughest bodyguard/bouncer, is back in action, whether he likes it or not. Rachel Fury, a con-artist...