In "The Appearance of Anne Van Sinderen" Katherine Howe has given us a paranormal mystery and love story of emotive and serendipitous proportions. Her characters are just the right mix of mystery and heart to draw you into their lives.
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Book Tour – ‘Unfaithful Music & Disappearing Ink’ by Elvis Costello
Promoting his new memoir, "Unfaithful Music & Disappearing Ink", Elvis Costello entertained DC area fans with anecdotes, jokes, and music.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Eighth Wonder: The Thomas Bethune Story, A Novel’ by A. M. Cal
"Eighth Wonder: The Thomas Bethune Story" is a fictionalized account of the life of the musical savant and slave who astounded his masters and became the first African American to perform at The White House.
Read More »An Interview With Chris Belden, Author of The New Novel, ‘Shriver’
Interview with Chris Belden author of "Shriver": "There’s no shortage of ego, pomposity, and arrogance in the publishing and academic worlds, so I had fun playing with that."
Read More »Interview with Steven Hancoff, Author of ‘Bach, Casals and the Six Suites for Cello Solo’
Interview with Steven Hancoff, author of "The Six Suites for Cello Solo" :"It is the mission, or the responsibility of each human being to give back, with interest, as it were, to whatever force it is that gave you life."
Read More »Book Review: ‘Bach, Casals and the Six Suites for ’Cello’ by Steven Hancoff
A fascinating, immersive multimedia extravaganza that combines music, history and art, a gem for classical music enthusiasts.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Dealing with Autism’ by Randa Habelrih
New book, "Dealing With Autism", offers insight into family’s autism experience and obstacles overcome.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Swing’ by Philip Beard
"Swing" uses baseball to say something about life, and dealing with loss—loss that is inevitable, loss that can be overcome.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Death House’ – A YA Novel by Sarah Pinborough
The Death House is a strong YA dystopian novel about quarantined children: a celebration of hope in the direst of worlds
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Art of the Nudge’ by John Geraci & Christine Miles
New book, 'The Art of the Nudge: Unlocking Your Hidden Potential,' advocates use of story to nudge us to greatness in business and in life.
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