A Tea Reader is a collection of true stories about memories shared over a cup of tea. This anthology reveals the ways that tea has changed lives through personal, intimate stories. Explore the varied memories that people associate with this beverage, from deep family moments, to heartbreak, to peace in the face of loss. Author and tea blogger Katrina Avila Munichiello has chosen stories from all types of tea people, including those raised in the tea tradition, those newly discovering it, long-ago tea lovers, and those for whom tea is a career. Together, these writings show that tea is not simply something you drink, but can also provide quiet moments for making important decisions, a catalyst for conversation, and the energy needed to operate in our lives. Accompanied by charming illustrations, the 58 stories found in A Tea Reader cover the spectrum of life, such as the development of new friendships, beginning careers, taking dream journeys, and sharing life’s ups and downs with friends and family. Sure to delight tea lovers old and new, A Tea Reader offers stories that will speak to and inspire you. Sit down, pour a cup of tea, and enjoy.