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“Bird in Hand” and Sarah Bird
In the quietly powerful “Bird in Hand,” Christina Baker Kline cuts through the delicate lines of marriage and friendship, revealing their fragility. A fatal accident, which may be the story’s catalyst or climax, forever changes the lives of four people -- two married couples -- … [Read more...] about “Bird in Hand” and Sarah Bird
“Family Plots”
When Mary Patrick Kavanaugh's manuscript was rejected by sixteen prominent New York City publishers, she published it herself and included their positive comments on the book jacket! "Family Plots: Love, Death & Tax Evasion" is a funny, honest and revealing look into Mary's … [Read more...] about “Family Plots”
Afghan Women’s Writing Project
After her last trip to Afghanistan in November, author Masha Hamilton (one of our favorite authors - and people) decided it was time to give the women there a place to make their voices heard before it was too late. She created the Afghan Women's Writing Project, which is filled … [Read more...] about Afghan Women’s Writing Project
“Handmade Nation”
I am awestruck by the boundless creativity showcased in the pages of “Handmade Nation: The Rise of DIY, Art, Craft and Design,” and can’t wait to see the documentary. Faythe Levine traveled 19,000 miles and interviewed 24 artists to explore the growing craft movement in our … [Read more...] about “Handmade Nation”
Summer Reading – Part 3
I know you're reading fast and furiously, and I love getting your emails about which books are making you laugh, which are making you cry and which are totally blowing you away. Here are my final 10 suggestions for the best of Summer Reading 2009. As always, I hope you'll share … [Read more...] about Summer Reading – Part 3
Summer Reading – Part 2
I hope you enjoyed Part 1 of my Summer Reading Series. Part 2 has ten more excellent suggestions for your summer reading pleasure. Please let me know which of these turn out to be your favorites. I look forward to hearing from you! Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout - This … [Read more...] about Summer Reading – Part 2
Summer Reading – Part 1
There's something about summer that just screams "BOOKS!" to me. I've gone through dozens to find you the best of the season and, because there are so many good ones, I'm going to extend this theme. For the next three weeks, I'll be sending you one Summer Reading newsletter each … [Read more...] about Summer Reading – Part 1