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Comment by Kate L on July 14, 2010 at 12:29pm: .
New Review, Giveaway and Author Interview!

The Pack, by L.M. Preston

http://thebookbuff.blogspot.com/2010/07/pack.html

This book is awesome! It has a bit of everything: romance, action, suspense and just the right amount of scifi :) THis is one of the better YA books I've read in some time.

The prize pack being offered in the giveaway includes a signed copy of the book, an itunes gift card, and a copy of the author's next book to be released next year! The contest is easy to enter, just follow the link above to learn more about it.

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Comment by Alexander Devereux on July 4, 2010 at 1:55pm: Gar Fish & Long Gravy
Memoirs of Southern Sensibility
by Alexander Devereux

Format: 6 x 9 paperback cream
ISBN: 978-1-59800-675-9
Cover Price: $12.95
Trade Discount: 40%
Pages: 96
Category: BODY, MIND & SPIRIT / New Thought
Available at: http://outskirtspress.com/alexanderdevereux
Distributed via: Ingram, Baker & Taylor
Published by: Outskirts Press, Inc.
Full trade discount at: http://outskirtspress.com/buybooks
Publication Date: Jun 30, 2010

Growing up poor in the small town of Vicksburg, Miss., Alexander Devereux didn't have much. But there was no lack of remarkable personalities, each of whom left an indelible imprint on his life. Gar Fish & Long Gravy collects the stories, insight, tragedies, and uproarious wit of an unforgettable cast of characters. Meet Granmama Lia', whose hard-won wisdom on life, love--and mistresses--is dispensed to in her kitchen to her beloved grandson, sometimes over Johnny Walker Black. There's Ms. Peaches, who raises chickens in her ramshackle hut yet might be one of the richest people in town. Big Daddy is an imposing hulk, but his massive frame hides a vulnerable past and humiliating secret. Ms. Annie Laurie is a fabulously wealthy white woman who never had children of her own. But her love rains down on young Alexander. And that's just for starters.

Based on real-life experiences, Gar Fish & Long Gravy is about the mistakes we make, the loves we share, and the stories we tell each other that make us who we are. And it is the touching story of a boy who ultimately breaks free of the poverty and abuse of his extended family, yet never forgets the important lessons he learned along the way. As Grandmama said, "If sense were common, everybody would have it."

About the Author, Alexander Devereux
Alexander Devereux overcame epilepsy at birth, dyslexia, and poverty to graduate from college and become a highly successful professional. An ordained minister, he works in the administrative field of higher education. Devereux is at work on his second book, a follow-up to Gar Fish and Long Gravy. He lives in Atlanta.

For more information, visit http://outskirtspress.com/alexanderdevereux

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Comment by Kate L on July 3, 2010 at 7:41pm: New Review and Author Interview: How to Help Parents and Kids Get Over the Fear of Math by Saudra Carter

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This is an awesome resource for parents like me that are not of the math lovin' variety :)

Kate the Book Buff
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Comment by Kate L on June 29, 2010 at 7:55pm: New Review: Watch the Hour by J.R. Lindermuth

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This book was, surprisingly, one of the best books I've read in a LONG time! This book was 310 pages long and I blew through it in a day and a half, really an amazing book :)

Kate the Book Buff
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Comment by Kate L on June 26, 2010 at 9:42am: New Review: The Twain Shall Meet by j guevara

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Mark Twain meets modern times...very interesting concept...

Kate the Book Buff
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Comment by Kate L on June 25, 2010 at 9:59pm: New Review and Author Interview: It Happened in Chicago by Scotti Cohn

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Great historical book filled with engaging true short stories all coming together to form Chicago's own coming of age story

Kate the Book Buff
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Comment by Kate L on June 25, 2010 at 8:53pm: New Review: Poetry in Motion or Speedbumps of Life by Andrew Eaton

http://thebookbuff.blogspot.com/2010/06/poetry-in-motion-or-speedbu...

A sweet simple little compilation of honest, unpretentious poetry straight from the heart

Kate the Book Buff
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Comment by Kate L on June 16, 2010 at 3:52pm: New Review and Giveaway! True North by Elliot Merrick

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This is a memoir originally published in 1933, and it is WONDERFUL! It is full of funny stuff, like trying to figure out how to do wash your undies in the Arctic, as well as poignant stories, all filled with beautiful description of the rich outdoors.

Kate the Book Buff
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Comment by Kate L on June 15, 2010 at 4:20pm: New Review: Return to Eden by Tucker Smallwood

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A Vietnam Memoir, it is a must read for all veterans!

Kate the Book Buff
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