Monthly Archives: December 2010
Book review: ‘The Lost Summer of Louisa May Alcott’ by Kelly O’Connor McNees
Decades before she penned Little Women, a novel which has been in continuous print since its 1868 publication, Louisa May Alcott was the vibrant second of four daughters born to a “bumbling philosopher,” the famous Bronson Alcott, and his spirited … Continue reading
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Secret Santa: I never promised you a ‘wild rose’ garden
I like surprises, mail, books and Christmas. Put them all together, and what do you get? A December full of awesome Secret Santa gifts! My first package arrived in a sturdy box from Katie W. in Wisconsin, my present as … Continue reading
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Book review: ‘High Tea’ by Sandra Harper
Margaret Moore runs a quaint tearoom in downtown Los Angeles, where she’s lived near her ex-husband and grown daughter for decades. A British expat, Margaret adjusted reasonably well to life in the Golden State — but now, after years away … Continue reading
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Happy birthday, Jane Austen: a giveaway and writing contest
On a steamy summer day in 2007, I drove up to Annapolis with my mom and sister to see a little film called “Becoming Jane.” Previews for the movie had interested me months ago, but it wasn’t playing in our … Continue reading
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The Year I Read Whatever I Want
If Lynn weren’t my middle name, I’m pretty sure it would be “Competitive.” For the most part, I’m completely unable to do things halfway — and once I’ve signed my name to something, you’d better believe I’ll come through. I’m … Continue reading
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