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BOOK CLUB

Books to devour this month

A Spark of Madness By Simran Savlani

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Written by Hongkonger Simran Savlani, this hardback vegetarian cookbook encompasses everything from date night ideas to on-the-go meals and big celebration meals. The simple recipes require basic preparation and fussfree ingredients that are easily accessible in Hong Kong. Favourites include comfort food such as Dan Dan Noodles and Katsu Curry to special occasion dishes such as Ema Datshi Beer Bread and Green Curry Gnocchi as well as a wide range of vegan and glutenfree dishes. The book is priced at $240, for a signed copy, leave a note at checkout. Simran has also launched a range of Spark sauces perfect for holiday gifting ($270 for a set of three or $90 each). asparkofmadness.co

The Christmas Pig By J.K. Rowling

J.K. Rowling’s first children’s novel since Harry Potter is here. The Christmas Pig follows the story of a little boy called Jack, and his beloved toy, Dur Pig. When Dur Pig is lost on Christmas Eve, he’s replaced by the Christmas Pig. Jack and the Christmas Pig embark on a magical journey to save Jack’s best friend, Dur Pig. This is a heartwarming adventure about one child’s love for his most treasured friend. Available from Bookazine priced at $280. bookazine.com

The Green Dragon and the Rumbly Island By Suzanne Younan

Suzanne Younan releases her third book in The Green Dragon series this month. This time Willy finds new friends on Lantau Island. Highlighting the dangers of feeding wild animals, this story brings some light-hearted humour to a serious topic, with some new friends joining Willy on his third adventure for a most unbelievable story that rocks a small community to its very core. What is that strange noise? What has happened to the visiting hikers and bikers? There is trouble afoot… Two friends hatch a cunning plan that unfortunately backfires. The Green Dragon and the Rumbly Island is released at the end of November and priced at $120.

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