The Art of the Gift: Roz Chast

The award-winning cartoonist, who admits to having a “very fraught” relationship with gift-giving, still loves handmade gifts from her children.

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Julio Torres on Holiday Gifts

“A good gift is like a bridge between two people,” the creator of “Los Espookys” said. “It’s a way of communicating, ‘You are on my mind when you’re not in front of me.’”
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The Art of Hitting in Women’s Hockey

Since the launch of the Professional Women’s Hockey League in January, the game has become more physical than ever before.
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Enough With the Gift Guides

These days, everyone fancies themselves a curator of covetable items. Some find it exhausting.
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Kristen Arnett on Holiday Gifts

The author keeps a list on her phone of gift ideas. “During the year, if someone close to me mentioned something that they really like or really want, I put a note in right then.”
The New York Times - Dec. 9
The Art of the Gift: Samin Nosrat

One of the chef and author’s favorite gifts is homemade apricot jam, which she makes “specifically to be able to share it with people.”
The New York Times - Dec. 9
13+ impractical gifts to spark joy

We rounded up the best impractical yet gratifying gifts, including fun desk accessories and eclectic home decor.
NBC News - Dec. 5
Master the Art of Definitive Communication

You might think you’re being diplomatic when you’re actually just being vague.
Inc. - Dec. 4
14 Thoughtful Gifts for Your Coworkers

You see them every single day (almost). Our curated guide features personalized gifts for every office personality, from the foodies to the minimalists.
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