Hoffmeister writes a gritty southern gothic novel; even though it takes place in the small town of Pierce, Idaho, the goings-on there would fit snugly in the south. This is technically a young adult book, but so dark it seems a much better fit to tag it as adult literature. Hoffmeister’s characters, cousins Little and …
For The Register-Guard APPEARED IN PRINT: SUNDAY, OCT. 25, 2015 The Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association recently convened in Portland for its annual trade show, bringing together the region’s booksellers, representatives from the publishing world and 100 local, national and international authors. As one of the show’s hosts, I’m surrounded by literary action during the show’s …
Rock music, time travel, romantic angst, and hipster ennui. What else could you possible want from a book? I love this book so much I want to buy a copy for all my friends so we can all read it and then build a house out of the books and live together with my friends …
These essays are to be savored, one at a time, rolling each around in the head, maybe for days, before ducking into the next door of D’Ambrosio’s world—cautious, alert, eager for the next revelation or discovery. The pieces in this collection are often pained but always thoughtful, lovely and brilliant. —NWBL contributing editor Brian Juenemann Michael …
Jane Kirkpatrick is well-loved by many Northwest readers as a writer of historical women's fiction. Many of her books are set right here in Oregon in our famous pioneer days, making them especially attractive to Oregon readers. Her books have won numerous awards, inclouding the WILLA Literary Award and the Western Heritage Wrangler Award. Kirkpatrick’s …
