Summer of Naked Swim Parties
Jessica Anya Blau
This coming of age story will make you laugh cry and definitely relate to 14 year old Jamie growing up in the summer of 1976. Jessica Blau has an amazing voice, her book is a rare and special gift.
Nosepicking for Pleasure: A Handy Guide
Roland Flicket
I think the title says it all. If you're an avid picker, a closet picker, or you're not a picker at all -- this book will have you rolling! (No pun intended!)
Six Wives of Henry VIII
Alison Weir
A fascinating read filled with insight and tragedy. Weir opens a window, allowing us to peek into the lives of six incredible, yet very different women.
Evening
Susan Minot
A riveting journey into a woman's past reveals many truths of how human nature can dictate our lives. Susan Minot is an exceptional writer!
Gatsby's Girl
Caroline Preston
This intriguing novel centers around F. Scott Fitzgerald's first love Ginevra. Preston's version of Fitzgerald's involvement with this spoiled society girl reads like a classic.
Whistling in the Dark
Lesley Kagen
From the moment I began reading this book, I knew it was a gem. Fear and love drive this story until the end when love conquers all!
Dream Dictionary (10th edition)
Tony Crisp
If you want to delve into your subconscious mind, or simply know why you keep dreaming your teeth are falling out -- Dream Dictionary can help you analyze your dreams.
Instant Love
Jami Attenberg
I instantly knew I would devour this book -- and I did -- eagerly, greedily wanting to submerge myself within the pages ... Ms. Attenberg's characters are vivid, and their stories, their loves and losses seem as real and valid as my own.
Zodiak
Robert Graysmith
FOR TRUE CRIME AFICIONADOS ONLY!
Late into the night I read Robert Graysmith's chilling account of the Zodiak Killer's brutal murders in the late '60s (and possibly into the '90s!) And although I had to check the doors and windows several times to make sure they were locked, I still could not put down this fascinating book!
It's Called a Breakup Because It's Broken
Greg Behrendt
Are you broken hearted? Well I am, but this book truly is the smart girl's breakup buddy! Greg and Amira will guide you through the excruciating heartache and pain that you and I are going through.... Believe me, I know I'm only 4 days out of my own breakup!
Cancer Made Me a Shallower Person
Miriam Engelberg
Although the subject may be of a very serious nature, Miriam Engelberg still manages to make the cold hard truth about cancer hysterically funny. It seems most of us these days have known someone close to us that has had some form of cancer -- and Miriam's story is one we can all take to heart. Read her story ... it will make you laugh!
This page last updated June 22, 2008