Book Review
The Tree that Walks
by Sara Budzik
Equating nature to humans illumines divine elements of life in this gentle and spiritual volume. Beth Duncan takes a look at spirituality, nature, and mortality in "The Tree that Walks". Her poetry is sensitive and personal and speaks of...
Book Review
The Changed
by Sara Budzik
When unique, fascinating characters are introduced, their lingo and personalities are translated well into precise and engaging dialogue. The apocalypse story line that introduces a world where sickness has nearly eliminated humanity and...
Book Review
MGM: Saving The Best for Last
by Sara Budzik
A tome for the trivia buff, this is a witty look at MGM movies and an assistant director’s uncensored take on the stars. Forget the glamour and the star power of the golden age of Hollywood and go way behind the scenes with this...
Book Review
Six Spices
by Sara Budzik
Easy to follow and impressively authentic, "Six Spices" has distilled a challenging cuisine into something accessible to everyone. Making Indian food can be confusing for home cooks who are not used to the techniques and spices unique to...
Book Review
Trail-Running
by Sara Budzik
Serving runners of all levels, this comprehensive guide details the needs and beauty of trail running. Jeff Galloway’s "Trail-Running" covers every possible question a runner might face when taking to the trails. It is a thorough and...
Book Review
The Invention of Influence
by Sara Budzik
Uniqueness and influence converge in these rich and impressive poems. In his foreword for this impressive collection, Harold Bloom, author of The Anxiety of Influence, expresses his supreme admiration for Peter Cole. The two seem to be...
Book Review
Who Is Santa?
by Sara Budzik
A solid and likable alternative story about how Santa became the man in the big, red suit, perfect for inquiring young minds. Many children of a certain age start to wonder about Santa. Stephen Bigalow’s charming story—complete with...
Book Review
To Walk Away From Battle Mountain
by Sara Budzik
Bergthold’s description of the weather, hardships, loneliness, and even boredom of a rough winter trek through Nevada creates a unique portrait of mental toughness. There are authors who tell tales of adventure and those who take...