B. Smith enjoys extraordinary success in the publishing world. Her initial publication was a quarterly newsletter that included recipes and lifestyle information that attempted to capture the style of a B.Smith restaurant. These newsletters later evolved into B. Smith's first book, B. Smith's Entertaining and Cooking for Friends. Published in1995 by Artisan Publishing, the book advises readers on various methods of entertaining for business or pleasure. Unprecedented demand resulted in a second printing of the book after it was on the market for only eight weeks.

In October 1999, B. Smith released her second book B. Smith Rituals & Celebrations published by Random House simultaneously with release of the magazine B. Smith Style. This uniquely creative composition of various rituals and celebrations provide readers with a historical perspective, original recipe suggestions, and other festive information. Rituals and Celebrations was nominated for a James Beard Award, won a literary award from the American Library Association and was recognized by Food and Wine Magazine "Best of the Best" Book Award in 1999.

Praise for B. Smith's Books

"B. Smith's goal is to get you looking good and having fun." The New York Times Magazine

"Ms. Smith has surfaced as one of the most formidable rivals of Martha Stewart." The Wall Street Journal

"B. Smith's unique sense of style jumps off every page of this wonderful new book. Rituals & Celebrations is full of original ideas on food and entertaining that will undoubtedly make your next celebration a memorable event." Bobby Flay

"Rituals & Celebrations incorporates B. Smith's grace and charm and is a must-have encyclopedia of fine dining and entertaining for all occasions." Sylvia Woods, owner, Sylvia's Restaurant