Last Call

I confess, I worry when I see a word like "confusing" in a review, even when the reviewer goes on to say that readers will be rewarded. Then again -- the time and POV shifts in the book are meant to be disorienting, part of the larger mystery (I hope) of how our parents' lives can be hidden in plain sight. Let's make that the reader question of the day: How do you feel about books that keep you off-balance and not just plot-wise? Read more [...]
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Za!

But a year ago, I promised my readers "Za" -- well, pizza, if they got me on this list. The bill has finally come due. For the next week, there will be an offer here for those who want to attend the party at Iggie's on Aug. 22 in Baltimore. This is key: The time to commit is this week, although we can extend the offer for a few days. Read more [...]
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