Books By Clubs

Just Happiness and Fun - Poems for Children

A Collection of Poems written and illustrated by the Members of AWA Vienna

This book contains 54 poems written for children and the young at heart. Lovingly illustrated, it’s the perfect gift for family and friends. The book is 10€ plus postage. All the proceeds will go to a local Vienna charity, Die Möwe, a children’s protection organization.
To order the book(s) please contact: AWA:

AWAR's Roman Kitchen - Food and Memories

Charity Cookbook from the members of the American Women’s Association of Rome

This book aims to tell the story, through their experiences in their own Roman kitchens, of a group of adventurous, inquisitive, creative, active women from all over the world. It’s a story of identity and acceptance, of love and perseverance, of acculturation and nostalgia, of friendship, and of food. The idea to create a cookbook arose in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, while AWAR members were unable to gather in person to celebrate the group’s 65th anniversary. We asked for recipes - from anywhere - that members could cook in Rome. We also sought works of art and anecdotes, memories, stories, reflections, information on basic ingredients and other topics, and any personal thoughts that would shed light, through food, on our members' lives. We pledged, from the outset, to give part of any proceeds from member donations to Italian frontline health workers, who had bravely faced down the pandemic, first in northern Italy.

The result is an eclectic cookbook for those with an international outlook, but a strong attachment to the food and culture of Italy. AWAR’s Roman Kitchen is available outside Italy in a digital, e-book format.

AWAR will donate half of the proceeds from books ordered by FAWCO members to the FAWCO Target Project 2020-22: Safe Alternatives for Female Genital Mutilation Elimination, a project of the NGO Hope for Girls and Women Tanzania. Proceeds from the remaining half will continue to support AWAR Community Service efforts, as well as supplement the book’s production costs. When ordering please note in the comment box that it is a FAWCO order.

To order your digital (e-book) copy, please visit www.awar.org/cookbook

Let’s Stay In

Charity Cookbook by the American Women's Club of Hamburg

The idea of a new American Women's Club of Hamburg (AWCH) cookbook came to light as measures of “social distancing“ from our friends and family were implemented to reduce the spread of COVID-19. All recipes in this cookbook are from our members and friends of AWCH. All profits from the sale will be donated to the 5th Hamburg Women’s Shelter e.V. (5. Hamburger Frauenhaus e.V.). The funds will be used to improve the health and well-being of the women and children who have found refuge from domestic violence in the shelter.

To order:  https://payhip.com/AWCHcookbook

AAWE Guide to Education in France, 9th edition 2021

AAWE - Paris

A Book and a Blog for Bilingual Families!
School options for anglophones in France are growing! For 35 years, this essential reference guide to bilingual education has been published by AAWE, the Association of American Women in Europe. The updated 9th edition highlights over 300 schools throughout France:

• Bilingual and international schools
• Private and public schools
• Extension programs offering Wednesday English lessons for bilinguals
• Boarding schools
• Preschool (maternelle) through high school (lycée)

Listings for the different schools include contact information, location, curriculum, fees, diplomas, schedule, holiday camps and Wednesday programs, facilities for students with special needs, extracurricular activities, transport facilities, goals and philosophy.
Introductory chapters explain the French education system, with invaluable information for new parents and arrivals to France, along with model notes to successfully communicate with your child’s teachers in French. The glossary explains the many and sometimes daunting acronyms and terms used in the French education system. The dictionary of back-to-school supplies will make the rentrée smooth sailing for your bilingual family!
That’s not all! AAWE Education Insights blog discusses current issues in education and bilingualism, and provides essential information from education professionals, experienced parents, and experts in child development. A map shows the locations of schools featured in the Guide.

The AAWE is happy to take online orders at:  https://www.aaweparis.org/books

Beyond the Bac - Higher Education in France and Abroad, 2nd edition, 2020

AAWE - Paris

The second edition of this AAWE publication is a unique, “all-in-one” resource for bicultural and international students considering higher education in France, the US, Canada, the UK, the Netherlands or Australia. 

France: Beyond the Bac opens with an in-depth look at the structure and workings of the higher education system in France, degrees and diplomas, and application procedures. International students are informed about the options for study in areas ranging from business, mathematics and engineering to history, politics, film and fashion, as well as pursuing graduate studies in France (master’s and doctorate). A glossary translates French acronyms and French terms. 

Abroad: Beyond the Bac then focuses on bilingual students who wish to pursue higher education in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, and the Netherlands where English is often the language of instruction. Chapters dedicated to each country address the education system, application procedures, deadlines, costs, and financial aid. Tips and personal anecdotes from students provide an inside look into various educational paths.

For those wishing to take time off from formal studies to work or explore other interests, a chapter covers the exciting new gap year possibilities in France, the US and throughout the world. 

Available directly from AAWE: https://www.aaweparis.org/books or on Amazon. 

Let Them Eat Cake!

AAWE - Paris

This bilingual French/English cookbook features 100 favorite American Dessert recipes. All your baking needs are covered, from cookies to pies, frozen desserts to recipes for kids, and let's not forget the cake! Also included are several pages of useful tips and hints, and handy measurement conversions. The perfect hostess or teacher gift, they are going like hotcakes!

Published by AAWE, Paris, and available at:  https://www.aaweparis.org/books