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WHALE FALL is an absorbing, lyrical coming of age story set on an isolated Welsh island
Elizabeth O'Connor's debut explores traditionalism vs. modernism and life's possibilities.
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THE CEMETERY OF UNTOLD STORIES is a bittersweet celebration of the lives of characters whose stories must be told and the Dominican…
The Cemetery of Untold Stories By Julia Alvarez Algonquin Books: April 2, 2024 256 pages, $28.00 Believe it or not, The Cemetery of Untold Stories was…
Apr 15
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Laura McBride on "occupying the special zone of women's bodies"
I have lived as a woman for sixty-two years. And I thought that maybe I could paint one picture of what that looks like, and in doing this, give you a…
Apr 2
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March 2024
Rene Denfeld: Writing the Truth About Criminals
How do we understand the terrible harm someone can commit, and still see them as a person?
Mar 28
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This Women's History Month, add these standout works of historical fiction to your reading list
In light of March being Women’s History Month, I thought I would compile a list of outstanding works of historical fiction that are worth adding to your…
Mar 19
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LEAVING is a psychologically astute story of a second-chance love affair and its many consequences
LEAVING is a love story about and for “mature” adults. Most stories of passionate love feature young people, but LEAVING is the story of two…
Mar 6
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February 2024
Spring Books Preview, Pt. 1 (April releases)
Spring is officially a month away (only 13 days until Daylight Saving Time!), so I thought I’d share some upcoming releases that sound good. A few books…
Feb 26
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Books that complement each other (pt. 6 in an occasional series)
Properties of Thirst and Miracle Country celebrate the Eastern Sierra Nevada in dramatic fashion.
Feb 24
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Guest Author Virginia Pye on seizing the day in words
Her latest novel portrays the struggles faced by the determined young women of the late 1800s.
Feb 20
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Debra Thomas on The Promise of Pangaea: “Only Connect”
Every now and then, an unexpected moment of grace opens my heart to the certainty that we are all one—and that gives me hope.
Feb 11
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Chrissy Kolaya: A few thoughts on attending the AWP Conference
Curiosity, connection, and kindness will hold you in good stead at AWP '24
Feb 7
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Winter Books Preview, Part 2 (Feb.-Mar. releases)
In mid-December I posted my Winter Books Preview, highlighting seven upcoming releases I was looking forward to reading. Not surprisingly, in the…
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