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Category Archives: Non-fiction
Eddie: The Life and Times of America’s Preeminent Bad Boy – Ken Osmond and Christopher J. Lynch
(Reviewed by JD Jung) “…unlike the warriors’ Valkyrie, the Hollywood version didn’t let you know that you were going to die immediately; you were baited, strung along, and then let down to die a slow, lingering death. And like every … Continue reading
Posted in Bios and Memoirs
Tagged classic television, memoirs
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The December Project: An Extraordinary Rabbi and a Skeptical Seeker Confront Life’s Greatest Mystery – Sara Davidson
(Reviewed by JD Jung) A few months ago I attended a Writers Bloc event to see author Sara Davidson promote her new book, The December Project. The evening began with a live video chat with Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi from his … Continue reading
Posted in Bios and Memoirs, Non-fiction, Philosophical reads
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Small Moments: A Child’s Memories of the Civil Rights Movement – Mary M. Barrow
(Reviewed by Pat Luboff) I just discovered a treasure that you might not find if you’re depending on the mainstream bestsellers list for reading recommendations. I can’t say enough good things about Small Moments by Mary M. Barrow. Small Moments is … Continue reading
Posted in Bios and Memoirs, Reviewers' Top Picks
Tagged book reviews, civil rights, Non-fiction
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Hollywood Clown – Jason Lassen
(Reviewed by JD Jung) “What’s worse than an out-of-work actor? An out-of-work actor who dresses up like Santa for a month for Hollywood power players and is reminded he’s a lonely depressed, out-of-work actor dressing up in costumes all year … Continue reading
Posted in Bios and Memoirs, Humor & Satire
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The Seer’s Explanation – Larry Gottlieb
(Reviewed by Pat Luboff) Dante’s Hell had a sign over the gate: “Abandon all hope, ye who enter here.” Larry Gottlieb’s book could have a similar sign: “Abandon all ideas of who you are and what the world is, ye … Continue reading
Posted in Non-fiction, Philosophical reads, Reviewers' Top Picks
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A Medium’s Guide to the Paranormal – June Lundgren
(Reviewed by Melanie Hamilton) One tricky thing about reviewing a book on the practice of mediums and moving in the circle of the paranormal is recognizing one’s own biases. Another is finding a way to talk about something that is … Continue reading
Posted in Bios and Memoirs
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French Quarter Drinking Companion – Allison Alsup, Elizabeth Pearce, and Richard Read
(Reviewed by Pat Luboff) Imagine hitting every watering hole in New Orleans and soaking in the ambiance and the cocktails! These writers must have had a lot of fun doing research for this book. French Quarter Drinking Companion takes you … Continue reading
Posted in Non-fiction, Travel
Tagged cocktails, New Orleans, travel
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Visualize Yourself: Designing the Outcome of Your Life, One Issue at a Time – Aileen Nealie
(Reviewed by Pat Luboff) #CommissionsEarned “This is you breaking free from your current reality. Dare to expand. Dare to grow. Design your path. You have a say in everything.” Reading Visualize Yourself by Aileen Nealie is like giving your mind … Continue reading
Posted in Your Best Self
Tagged depression, mental health issues, spirituality, visualization
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The Calorie Myth: How to Eat More, Exercise Less, Lose Weight, and Live Better – Jonathan Bailor
(Reviewed by JD Jung) “Forget calories. Focus on hormones. Lower your set-point. Burn body fat forever.” Jonathan Bailor makes it sound easy. However, I know it is easier to make clean eating a lifestyle rather than struggling with constant dieting … Continue reading
Posted in Health and Fitness, How do I do that?, Reviewers' Top Picks
Tagged Diet, excercise, fitness, weight loss
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