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Rufus: James Agee in Tennessee

Univ Tennessee Press
422 pages
$34.95


“In Rufus, Paul Brown traces Agee’s ancestry, discusses his childhood in Knoxville, the death of his father, and his roots in East Tennessee.”

-From the Publisher

The Ultimate Guide for the Avid Indoorsman

Harvest House Publishers
224 pages
$14.99


“With nonsensical but hilariously contrived discussions–like the merits of sweatpants for various activities–the [Ultimate Guide For The Avid Indoormsan] will appeal to readers looking for lighthearted fare… a light, refreshing book that will be perfect for curling up with over the winter.”

– Publishers Weekly Review

Migration

Finishing Line Press
42 pages
$13.99


“Cynthia Young’s poignant poems about her family range from slavery to present day. She mesmerizes the reader with her inherent talent of storytelling. Her history is America’s history of disregard for human life. This is a collection of heart break and hope in redemption.”

-Helga Kidder

The Home Edi

Clarkson Potter
256 pages
$24.99


“In their forthcoming book [Clea and Joanna] are bringing their tried-and-true decluttering methods straight from their celeb clients’ closets into your home, along with step-by-step tips to help even the most organizationally-challenged among us implement and maintain their aesthetically pleasing lifestyle hacks.”

-People.com

The Last Workshop

Hybrid Ink
172 pages
$14


“The famous writer’s dying. At least that’s the rumor. When his secretary contacted the students of the Deep South Writers’ Workshop on the his behalf after years of silence, they suspected something was up…”

-from the publisher

How the Light Gets In

Tyndale House Publishers
374 pages
$15.99


“Petersheim (The Alliance) constructs a rich story about grief, the dying of love, and the rekindling of faith. . . . With skillful plotting and vibrant characters, Petersheim reveals the pain of loss and the healing that comes from mercy and forgiveness.”

-Publishers Weekly

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