Genealogy Fans will love this book If you are like me and wonder what it was like living in the early 1900s; if you see a photo from the early 20th century and wish you could be transported there, then this book is for you. It will transport you into the picture on the … Continue reading Book Review- Take Me Home to Woodstock
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Book Review Paris by the Book
I bought Liam Callanan’s Paris by the Book simply because he leaves in Wisconsin and I want to support local authors. Friends of mine also recommended his works. I enjoyed this book a lot. It is the story of a Leah, who’s husband disappears and the only clue he leaves is plane tickets to Paris. Intending … Continue reading Book Review Paris by the Book
Dead Sure? A Book Review
Dead Sure? Took me on a mind-twisting romp to 1929 and back again. It was a story full of strong characters and plot twists that kept me guessing. I definitely felt for Tim, a man transported back to 1929 leaving his daughter to grow up without a parent. Especially when he has to face Charles, … Continue reading Dead Sure? A Book Review
The Very Marrow of Our Bones
The Very Marrow of Our Bones: A Novel Paperback – April 3, 2018 by Christine Higdon I believe I put this book on my wish list to support ECW Press. Then I accidentally bought it. I am so glad I did though. It is a … Continue reading The Very Marrow of Our Bones
Book Review Holy Cow
Holy Cow by David Duchovny reminded me Of Swine not By Jimmy Buffett In that I hated it. I love Buffet and Duchovny. Holy Cow, however, is hard to comprehend as to what it actually is? Is it a children’s book? An adult humor book? A fable or a joke? It is a about … Continue reading Book Review Holy Cow
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A Fan in Barn Boots
I buy every book Mr. Perry puts out as well as his musical CDs. Here is my review:
Nick of Time by Beth Amos
I tried something a little different. This book. I was motivated to support a Wisconsin author. It is something I believe in. And I can tell you: I enjoyed Nick of Time. It was outside my normal reading genres, but it kept me turning the pages (flicking the pages as I read it on my … Continue reading Nick of Time by Beth Amos
I am a Lakefly
I am a writer. So you know what that means. Exactly. Socially awkward as hell. I am a better communicator as a writer than as a speaker. This is especially poignant as you are reading this and this aint that good either. Writers conferences are sometimes put on by writers. A crazy thought, but stick … Continue reading I am a Lakefly
How to Be an Indian in the 21st Century
This is my review for Louis Clark's chapbook How to Be an Indian in the 21st Century. This is from the Wisconsin Historical Press. "The story Mr. Clark tells is fascinating. It's his story of growing up Native American in Wisconsin and facing racism, discrimination, and a difficult childhood. Don't worry though, Mr. Clark also … Continue reading How to Be an Indian in the 21st Century
Lakefly Writers Conference
I have been a part of the Lakefly Writers Conference for the last five years now. I've spoken at it twice and I want to invite you to come to #lakefly17. If you are a writer, you need to go to a conference. They do so many things for you. They teach. They create friendships, … Continue reading Lakefly Writers Conference
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