Congratulations to Hannah Gould and Gwyn McClelland on the publication of their new edited collection entitled Aromas of Asia: Exchanges, Histories, Threats (Penn State University Press). This innovative multidisciplinary volume critically examines olfaction in Asian societies with the goal of unlocking its full potential as an analytical frame and lived phenomenon. This book has been described as ‘cutting edge’, offering ‘fresh perspectives’ on smell in historical research. Congratulations to the editors and authors!