Here is the fourth and final nominee for Best Book of the Year. The main character Andrea (Andi) is a sculptor and an anonymous street artist.  While her art is well received she is dealing with depression and issues from her past.  The story travels between the semi-glamorous art world and her studio.  Pills, alcohol, … Continue reading Beyond Stone by Christine Roney

Such a treat! Yes this is the middle school book author of the Clique writing for grownups. A group of women friends in the 60's create a book club where they read "dirty" books - covered of course with covers from appropriate books. Years later they pass their club and reads with personalized letters on … Continue reading The Dirty Book Club by Lisi Harrison

This is the story about 3 friends.  Women who met in college and are still friends in their 50's.  Each is different.  They have experienced the feminist era of their 20's and chosen different paths.  But, they  have stayed supportive friends through it all.  The author did an excellent job of giving us enough insight … Continue reading Second Acts by Teri Emory