"Takes you every step of the way through each recipe and makes you feel as if Frank Davis is standing at your elbow, coaching you."--Paul Prudhomme, chef and owner, K-Paul's"A delightful, easy-to-read book that doesn't assume the reader is an expert cook. It's fun to read, with good recipes as a pleasant bonus."--Field and StreamPresented in the colorful conversational tone that has attracted TV and radio audiences for more than fifteen years, New Orleans chef Frank Davis's...

A chance meeting. A one-night stand. And then a pattern of them.For Nigerian-born professional football linebacker Arikawe "Ade" Adeloyebe and Chicago newspaper reporter Rex Palmieri, not-so-casual sex is all they can have. Ade is closeted to protect his career, and Rex has to toe the line between his own job and his secret relationship with a sports celebrity.Both men fall deeply in love, but misunderstandings, miscommunication, and outside pressure threaten to implode the r...

"His is one of the most educational and instructional books on how to cook that I've ever seen! I think Frank Davis has achieved in print what many cooking teachers wish they could do with the spoken word. I highly recommend this cookbook." --Joe Cahn, president, New Orleans School of Cooking"Louisiana seafood has its first authentic reference book, done by a native with bona fide and original recipes tested to perfection and guaranteed to be memorable. It's good . . . it's well do...

Branden loves his college roommate. He's a strong, serious African—and as overpoweringly gorgeous as a marble statue. He even has a statue's name: Taharqa, the Black Pharaoh who ruled Egypt and Nubia in Old Testament times. But he's just Archie to Branden.When Branden learns the secret that has brought Taharqa to the States, nothing can keep him from joining in the plan to bring needed material to modern technology. But there are forces seeking to uncover their efforts and take the...

A superlative guide to fishing in the Louisiana delta. It offers a wealth of practical information that can be adapted to fishing almost anywhere. . . . A truly first-rate and highly recommended �how-to� guide. --Midwest Book ReviewChef Paul Prudhomme refers to Frank Davis as the number-one authority on cooking and eating the fresh fish in Louisiana. He has written the definitive books on cooking seafood and now Frank Davis reveals how and where to catch the big ones. Whether y...

Conner MacKay is the last of the TV cowboys, but he's withdrawn from society—even before a global pandemic forces the world into quarantine. When he meets activist Dante Burke, though, Conner takes a chance. He can't leave a young Black man on the street in the face of a public health crisis. What kind of cowboy would he be then?On the surface, Conner and Dante live in opposing realities: midlife versus youth, flush versus flat broke. But their politics, attraction, and close quarte...

Gemmology is the science of natural and artificial gems and gemstones, considered to be a geoscience and a branch of mineralogy. Although a profession in its own right, gemmology is often studied by jewellers to augment their abilities of gem identification. This comprehensive guide concentrates on the history of Jade in China, and includes the chapters: The Chou Dynasty; The Classic Age of Jade Carving—from Han to Sung; From Sung to Ming; From Ming Onwards; The Material Aspect of Jade; Ja...

In "A Set of Rogues," Frank Davis crafts a riveting narrative that captivates readers with its rich tapestry of 18th-century intrigue. The novel is steeped in historical authenticity and vibrant characterization, utilizing a flowing, eloquent prose style that echoes the period's own literary traditions. Set against the backdrop of political upheaval and moral ambiguity, the plot follows a diverse ensemble of characters whose adventures and misadventures highlight the complexity of human na...

A New Orleans Television personality offers his unique take on homestyle Louisiana cooking.A culture that continues to capture the fascination of newcomers, the essence of New Orleans runs deeper than tourist attractions. There is a part of New Orleans that doesn't exist in the French Quarter or on college campuses or in the Superdome. This New Orleans lives and breathes in kitchens large and small throughout the city. Mamma's, grandmamma's, aunts, uncles, and cous...

From the host of Naturally N'awlins, a collection of recipes from the author's homemade recipes, with adaptions for healthy eating.From the Matthew, Mark, Luke, and Frank of cooking New Orleans style, a new cookbook containing, "all the old and new ethnic, down-home, make-you-slap-your-momma-twice recipes I couldn't squeeze into the last two cookbooks."Fried dishes, grillades, rice dishes, gumbos, game dishes, etouffées, and simmered dishes—there isn't much ...

A queer Anthology that explores the romantic life and happy ever afters of gay men navigating the LGBT landscape. All stories are written by Own Voice gay authors! From small towns to big cities, each story shows that Pride is Pride and love is love, no matter the season. Stories by Adam J. Ridley, Kelvin Young, Kristian Parker, Jole Cannon, Dan B. Fierce, Connor Peterson, Derek Puddester, R Frank Davis, Andrew McQuinn, and M.D. Neu.

Macrocyclic molecules contain rings made up of seven or more atoms. They are interesting because they provide building blocks for synthesizing precise two or three dimensional structures – an important goal in nanotechnology. For example, they can be used to develop nanosized reaction vessels, cages, switches and shuttles, and have potential as components in molecular computers. They also have applications as catalysts and sensors.Macrocycles: Construction, Chemistry and