Monthly Archives: June 2018

Lessons from Lucy: The Simple Joys of an Old, Happy Dog by Dave Barry

Posted on June 18, 2018 by Carol K

What happens when a cynical, retired, Pulitzer-prize winning journalist who hates self-help books starts taking notes on his old but happy dog–and realizes he’s written a self-help book? He taps into the wry and intelligent sense of humor that launched his … Continue reading →

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Novelist/Good Samaritan saves dog hit by car, needs $; bonus, a 5-star book review

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Carol K

Dog hit by car; owner refuses to pay for dog’s broken leg; novelist adopts dog, seeks help raising money for Saving Ludo’s Leg Here is the novelist’s story: Adriana Hartelt Boettcher on Facebook, June 7, at 8:15pm · What I … Continue reading →

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“A Traveler from an Antique Land” by Harvey Click – SciFi from a horror master!

Posted on June 10, 2018 by Carol K

@KeithDrawsCoverArt A Traveler from an Antique Land by Harvey Click “After years of writing nothing but horror, I’ve written a science-fiction/fantasy adventure novel.” – Harvey Click I’m thrilled to hear it! Horror is my least favorite genre, with guts and gore, … Continue reading →

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Stoics are misunderstood, and why I don’t want to read your book

Posted on June 9, 2018 by Carol K

Stoics are misunderstood, especially in today’s world of the “precious snowflake” and a call to wear our hearts on our sleeves. Don’t bottle your emotions. Don’t hide your pain. Hiding your pain does have its drawbacks. European white men would … Continue reading →

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“A Betrayal and Other Stories” by Brian Biswas

Posted on June 3, 2018 by Carol K

Fans of Night Gallery, The Twilight Zone, vintage science fiction, magic realism, irrealism, and–well, fans of good stories and good literature–you need to get your hands on this beautiful volume:  A Betrayal and Other Stories by Brian Biswas   “The world … Continue reading →

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