Monthly Archives: June 2013

BOBCAT AND OTHER STORIES by Rebecca Lee

As a short story junkie, I am painfully aware that the supply of short story collections published is sparse, so it brings me great joy not only to see one released but also to find it completely engrossing. In the … Continue reading

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THE WONDER BREAD SUMMER by Jessica Anya Blau

The only good thing about waiting for a delayed flight is having a good book.  The only thing better is having a good book that also happens to have been written by a friend.  I am pleased to say that … Continue reading

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THE UNWINDING by George Packer

In his Daily Show interview with author George Packer, Jon Stewart described THE UNWINDING as “Studs Terkel-y but with a Ken Burns-mwah” (kissed fingers), and I have to agree.  Subtitled An Inner History of the New America, Packer’s narrative spans … Continue reading

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