Briefly Noted

“Though fashions may change, certain things never go out of style–like your favorite little black dress that can take you from a business meeting to a dinner party to a night on the town. But what makes it work is not the dress, it’s how you present yourself while wearing it.”

“His story stands on its own, and it’s one that Oates delights in telling. . . . A charming, almost breezy retrospective. . . . Change Of Seasons is Oates’ moment in the spotlight, which he handles with aplomb.”

“Filled with the humor and reassurance only a best friend can offer, this book will guide moms through the topsy-turvy world of life with toddlers.”

“Living at a frontier crossroads can have unexpected perils, especially when war is afoot.”

“Jenna Brown captures the atmosphere of Music Row better than any other novelist I’ve ever read. I recognize the places, people, and events she describes. This is a terrific book.”