<h2>by New England Women</h2>

by New England Women

March is International Women's Month. We are celebrating by sharing our favorite titles written by iconic New England Women from Alcott to Wharton and everyone in between.

<h3>Explore Nature with Sy Montgomery</h3><h4><em>The Soul of an Octopus</em></h4>

Explore Nature with Sy Montgomery

The Soul of an Octopus

Whether Montgomery is describing what it’s like to scuba dive or how it feels to “hold hands” with a baby octopus, her first-person storytelling puts the reader right there with her. With intelligence, humor, and heart, Montgomery proves that the best nature writing can make us feel the most human. —Jenn Johnson,Yankeesenior managing editor

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<h3>You say you want to marry a lighthouse keeper?</h3>

You say you want to marry a lighthouse keeper?

The Lighthouse Keeper's Wife by Connie Scovill Small

 I once longed to marry a lighthouse keeper. I imagined days watching the fog roll by, spotting birds and whales, and looking for shells. After reading the autobiography of Connie Scovill Small—who was also profiled in Yankee back in 1982—I now know the romance of that role is outweighed by all the work. Hauling water, polishing brass, ironing lantern covers, canning fish … and the list goes on.  —Katrina Farmer, Yankee associate editor

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<h3><strong>Celebrate the Region with Edie Clark</strong></h3>

Celebrate the Region with Edie Clark

Monadnock Tales reveals the history of the mountain and its inhabitants—humans and animals alike—in beautiful yet simple language that speaks to the essence of this place. —Katharine Van Itallie, Yankee art director

<h2><em>The Peabody Sisters</em></h2>

The Peabody Sisters

Three Women Who Ignited American Romanticism

by Megan Marshall

Drawing on well-researched notes, author Megan Marshall shapes the narrative of how Elizabeth, Mary, and Sophia Peabody struggled for standing and yet at the same time exerted influence in Boston social circles.

The cast of real-life characters often reads like a Who’s Who—Horace Mann, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Holmes himself—yet most intriguing are the details and nuance that Marshall uses to flesh out what made these people tick. And along the way, she helps reveal what is so special about New England, as the home of so many notable writers and thought leaders. —Katrina Farmer, Yankee associate editor

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Will you become an Influencer like the Peabody Sisters or try the life of a recluse instead?

<h3><em>by New England Women</em></h3><h2><em>Miss Rumphius</em> </h2><h5>by Barbara Cooney, author & illustrator</h5>

by New England Women

Miss Rumphius

by Barbara Cooney, author & illustrator

Cooney’s illustrations are so charming, and the messaging is wonderful. “You must do something to make the world more beautiful,” Cooney wrote—and indeed, with this book, she did just that.

Miss Rumphius offers important words to share and live by, especially whenever the world feels a little upside down. —Heather Marcus, Yankee senior photo editor

<h2><em>The Apple Lover's Cookbook </em></h2><h3>by Amy Traverso</h3>

The Apple Lover's Cookbook

by Amy Traverso

A lifelong apple lover, Amy Traverso is the senior food editor at Yankee and cohost of public television's Weekends with Yankee. Previously, she was food editor at Boston magazine and an associate food editor at Sunset magazine. She has appeared on Hallmark Home & Family, The Martha Stewart Show, Throwdown with Bobby Flay, and Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares. She lives in Boston, Massachusetts.

Open book with text and an illustration of a scene from 'Little Women' on a wooden surface.

Get Inspired with Louisa May Alcott

How many millions of us have found ourselves in her words: “I want to do something splendid before I go into my castle—something heroic, or wonderful—that won’t be forgotten after I’m dead. I don't know what, but I’m on the watch for it, and mean to astonish you all, some day.”

In putting her own ambitions to paper, Alcott gave generations of girls a template for dreaming big, and living boldly.

Amy Traverso, Yankee senior food editor

<h2>Dwell in possibility with Emily Dickinson</h2>

Dwell in possibility with Emily Dickinson

Prolific poet of Amherst, MA

Often caricatured in popular culture as a white-clad recluse who poured out morbid verse in the sanctuary of her bedroom, Emily Dickinson was a serious artist whose intellectual curiosity and emotional intensity are revealed in concise and compelling poems that capture a range of human experiences.

Celebrating Maple Season

<h2>Atlantic Soap Co.</h2>

Atlantic Soap Co.

Tiny Works of Art, made with Cape Cod seawater by Caroline Laye

Caroline’s approach to design is as thoughtful as the process itself. “I consider my soaps to be tiny works of art. I take a minimalist approach to recreating landscapes and natural elements from the coastal environment around me.”

<h2>Infused with the ocean</h2>

Infused with the ocean

Caroline uses her refined artistry to embed the colors, scents and sensations of the seaside into every bar of soap and product she makes. She develops luxurious recipes by infusing high quality, ocean-inspired ingredients like sugar kelp, seaweed extract, black sand and sea clay, that will transport you to the shores of the Atlantic every time you use her products.

Every bar of soap contains seawater sourced directly from Woods Hole, MA, bringing a literal touch of New England into each product



<h4>Made by New England Women: </h4><h3>Bixby Chocolate</h3>

Made by New England Women:

Bixby Chocolate

Kate McAleer is passionate about two things: chocolate and supporting her local community. Kate founded Bixby Chocolate in 2011 to ethically produce chocolate from her workshop in Rockport, Maine. Drawing recipe inspiration from family and the surrounding community, she produces an array of tasty chocolate confections, including the famous Needhams. Kate is also a proud sponsor of Project Puffin and helps support the vital conservation work of the National Audubon Society to protect birds and the environments we all share.

<h2>Bixby Chocolate Sardines</h2>

Bixby Chocolate Sardines

Bixby's chocolate sardines capture the essence of this history in a playful, sweet form. Each tin contains an assortment of exquisitely crafted dark or milk chocolate fish, expertly molded to resemble the iconic sardine. The rich, smooth chocolate delivers a luxurious taste that's worlds apart from the humble fish that inspired it.

The vintage-style tin packaging echoes the classic sardine cans of yesteryear, making it a perfect souvenir or gift.

<h3>Made by New England Women</h3>

Made by New England Women

Rachel DeCavage of cinder + salt

Hey! I'm Rachel

And all I want to do is
make things & save the planet.

That's why, at cinder + salt, we pride ourselves on the 3 core principles that guide the brand

- supporting small businesses
- environmental sustainability
- & making art accessible

Every product we design, produce or carry in stores, fits our vibe. I plan to keep it that way

<h4>Made by New England Women: </h4><h3>cinder + salt</h3>

Made by New England Women:

cinder + salt

The deep woods are calling—and this cap is ready for the journey. Featuring an embroidered moose silhouette on a rich brown cotton base, it’s the perfect nod to rugged wilderness and quiet forest trails.

<h3>Made by New England Women</h3>

Made by New England Women

Ashley Van Etten of Willywaw

Named after the katabatic winds in the Strait of Magellan, Willywaw is the design studio and workshop of artist, Ashley Van Etten. Ashley is an illustrator/printmaker/designer.

Her screen printed work combines her curiosity for the natural world, her love of art, and her affinity for natural textiles. With the exception of imprinted goods, like t-shirts and tea towels, Ashley sews all of her handprinted textiles herself. She creates beautiful, well-made, functional designs with a modern, organic vibe.

Ashley lives in Rhode Island with her husband/photographer/ship builder, Joe Beckham, and their dog Takhoma.

<h3>Staff Pick: Sand Dollar Dopp Kit</h3>

Staff Pick: Sand Dollar Dopp Kit

We love the heavyweight canvas of this handy dopp kit - a must have for your summer travels! You'll quickly realize how much care artist and Willywaw owner, Ashley Van Etten, puts into every print and every stitch. We can't get enough of her bold colors and playful prints. - Nicole Melanson, E-commerce Merchandiser

<h2><em>Yankee's</em> Great Gardens of New England Guide</h2>

Yankee's Great Gardens of New England Guide

Discover the Great Gardens of New England.

Tour some of the region’s finest estate gardens, arboretums, botanical gardens, conservatories, and cultivated spaces

<h1><em>Yankee</em> In Season</h1>

Yankee In Season

Cook through the seasons with recipes that celebrate New England’s harvest, traditions, and flavors all year long.

<h2>Where To Eat In New England</h2>

Where To Eat In New England

Our editors’ trusted picks for unforgettable meals—classic seafood shacks, cozy locals, and destination-worthy dining across all six states.

<h1><em>Yankee’s</em> Best Cookie Recipes</h1>

Yankee’s Best Cookie Recipes

Bake your way through New England’s sweetest traditions with editor-tested recipes and timeless favorites.

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