Kristen Morita has sold Mochitsuki: Sweet and Savory Mochi Recipes from My Japanese American Kitchen to Chronicle Books. Capturing the dazzling spectrum of this beloved food in a collection of recipes that reflect both a deep understanding of tradition and an eye for innovation, the forthcoming cookbook will showcase the rice-based staple of Japanese cuisine and culture in a variety of forms for a variety of occasions: sweet or savory; baked, steamed, broiled, grilled, boiled, or stuffed; for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, or dessert. Founder of the culinary website Mochi Mommy, Morita will instruct readers how to make mochi magic in the home kitchen with minimal fuss and maximum fun in this charming and informative offering.