Emily Horton

For nearly twenty years, Cinebook has established itself as the leading English-language publisher of Franco-Belgian comics. What have been the main challenges in introducing this “ninth art” to Anglo-Saxon audiences long dominated by American superheroes and Japanese manga? Cinebook: American superheroes and Japanese manga still dominate the Anglo-Saxon market. But indeed, we have succeeded in establishing our brand—and that was our main challenge. Cinebook had to be clearly identified as...

In Part II of this article, we’ll go even further, sharing techniques inspired by classic department stores for some, and seasoned hostesses to elevate every gift—no matter its shape or size. Once upon a time, the legendary in-store gift-wrapping counters at Macy’s could transform any purchase into a small work of art. Those days may be gone—but the magic doesn’t have to be. With a little care, a bit of practice, and the right tricks up your sleeve,  you  can wrap gifts that look chic,...

Most of us think of scent as something managed from the outside—deodorants, perfumes, soaps. But the subtler truth is that our natural smell is influenced just as much from within. Emerging nutritional and dermatological research suggests that what we eat can alter the chemical profile of our sweat, breath and skin—sometimes for the better. This connection between diet and scent isn’t new, but the evidence is becoming harder to ignore. Studies over the last decade have shown that people who...