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December Treasures in My Closet
As I said, I don't have too many December book releases, only nine. Of course, once you mention some other titles, I'll probably remember that I have copies of one or two elsewhere. I'll always take reminders if you have them!Christina Dodd introduces a brash female...
Home in Huron
If you showed up expecting Treasures in My Closet for the December books, check back tomorrow. I know it's not a long list, but I haven't had time to write the post. I've been home in Huron, Ohio visiting my mother for the last time until at least spring. I usually...
The Man in the Microwave Oven by Susan Cox
Confession time. I remember when Susan Cox' The Man on the Washing Machine came out. Honestly? The title was so unappealing to me that I never tried it. I should have known better. That book was the winner of the Minotaur Books/MWA First Crime Novel Award, and those...
A Gift Giveaway
This week, I'm giving away two copies of a special book that I purchased just for this giveaway. It's perfect as a gift for yourself or for someone who loves carousels or Paris.Kaye Wilkinson Barley and Donald Barley created a beautiful book with photographs and brief...
What Are You Reading?
How are you this week? Don't hesitate to let us know how you're doing. I'm visiting my mother for a couple more days, so I won't be checking in with all of you quite as often as I usually do. But, I do care to know how you're doing, and I'll check in several...
Rosemary Kaye, Our Correspondent from Scotland
If you read Lesa's Book Critiques on Thursdays when we all talk about books, you might recognize Rosemary Kaye's name. She writes from Scotland, and I've always loved her descriptions of the books she's reading as well as her stories of her life there. It's...