Mary Cressler

Exciting news! Compendium has joined the Penguin Random House family, bringing a proven line of bestselling, sentiment-driven gifts to our extensive and ever-growing catalog. Since 1985, Compendium has been creating meaningful moments with beautiful, thoughtfully made gifts that center connection and celebrate occasions both big and small. From greeting cards to inspirational books to impulse-friendly add-ons, Compendium

When the weather heats up, the party moves outside as folks gather for backyard grilling, family cookouts, and coastal clambakes. Al fresco dining is what summertime is all about. Set the table for the season with books that make outdoor entertaining a breeze! The grill is the star of so many summer get-togethers. For experienced

There are so few universal truths in the world, but one thing we can all agree on is this: pizza is delicious and we should be eating more of it. A core food group and national symbol of local pride, this Italian export has become as American as apple pie by way of the iconic

Fast forward with us to a summer filled with fun and friendship. Memorial Day, July 4, and warm sunny days are the perfect excuse to throw a backyard shindig and fire up the grill! Take a peek at some of our top picks for outdoor entertaining this year. With tons of books from experienced smoke