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Comment on Interesting Quotes About Memoirs by Memoir Writing - Los Angeles Editors & Writers Group

Memoir Writing - Los Angeles Editors & Writers Group — Fri, 11 May 2012 07:32:28 +0000

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Comment on Interesting Quotes About Memoirs by Memoir Writing

Memoir Writing — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 01:01:15 +0000

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Comment on A good place for serious readers by ellenroddick

ellenroddick — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 22:06:50 +0000

Yours is a terrific site. I’ve just started a blog to review my favorite memoirs. The first (only) review is of Joan Didion’s newest book, “Blue Nights” but most reviews won’t be of recent books. I am 90,000 words into my own memoir. My agent can’t tell yet if it will sell, given that I’m not a celebrity. I’ve also self-published a book on how to write memoirs (under author name Hawley Roddick) and have co-authored three client’s private memoirs. I’ll be interested in following your blog.

Comment on The Marriage Plot by susanbright

susanbright — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 13:30:57 +0000

Our book club just met to discuss The Marriage Plot. We agree with you. Several of our members gave up mid book. Although I was interested enough to want to find out what happened to the characters, I found myself doing quite a bit of skimming. Having read Middlesex, we all expected more. We are rating the book this week and would love your vote!.
http://fridaymorningbookclub.com/2012/02/15/rate-the-book-the-marriage-plot-by-jeffrey-eugenides/

Comment on Looking for a memoir to read next? by Jeff Emmerson

Jeff Emmerson — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 13:30:57 +0000

Awesome site, Roz! As the author of the up-coming memoir The Road to Myself, I’m looking all over the ‘net to find readers who love passionate, gritty stories of tragedy and hope.

Comment on The Marriage Plot by Mary Jo

Mary Jo — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:29:30 +0000

Could be a long wait, given the history. Totally agree with your assessment – some brilliant sentences, but characters I had no attachment to.

Comment on A Few Readers’ Advisory Resources by John Bonney

John Bonney — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 19:58:41 +0000

Thank you Roz for doing the program yesterday. I know that I learned so much and am confident many others did too! I am beginning to utilize your techniques in providing our “Power Patrons” with great recommendations.

Comment on Date Gardens by Miki

Miki — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 17:06:28 +0000

Delores Casella and her family were neighbors of mine in the 60s and early 70s in the beautiful city of Simi Valley, California. I have remained friends with Delores’ youngest child, Teresa. Unfortunately, Delores is not in good health at this time.

Comment on National Reading Group Month Event by Deborah Batterman

Deborah Batterman — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:36:35 +0000

And a very stimulating panel discussion it was . . .

Comment on Immortal Cells by My Top 20 Faves from 2010 | A Reader's Place

My Top 20 Faves from 2010 | A Reader's Place — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 16:26:25 +0000

[...] doesn’t include Skloot’s book and deservedly so. It has everything for a compelling read. See my review. This entry was posted in Uncategorized. Bookmark the permalink. ← [...]