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The World Without Us
Alan Weisman
Thomas Dunne Books, 2007
The World Without Us
Excellent book. Full of information on what we are doing to our environment and food for thought as to possible solutions. Definitely not a scare tactic treatise like many environmentalist-type books tend to be, but a honest look at where we've come from, and where ...
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Sleeping Arrangements
Madeleine Wickham
Thomas Dunne Books, 2008
Very funny
I was surprised a bit by this book, in that I was expecting a very Shopaholic type of story since this is the same author for those books as well (though she writes under a different name, Sophie Kinsella). Instead, I got a story that was a lot more family and ...
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The Writing Class
Jincy Willett
Thomas Dunne Books, 2008
Willett Don't Need No Education: "The Writing Class" is a triumph!
Prior to pouring over "The Writing Class," I had no idea what a Willett--let alone a Jincy--even was. Needless to say, this has since changed. Today, if someone were to ask, "What is a Jincy Willett?" I'd know how to respond. Among many other things, Jincy Willett ...
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Ancients: An Event Group Thriller (Event Group Thrillers)
David Lynn Golemon
Thomas Dunne Books, 2008
fun over the stratosphere gripping thriller
In 13000 BCE much of the world is united behind warriors like Herkulus and King Jason to fight the superpower Atlantis. When the combined might of the enemy began to win, the desperate rulers of the City of Light unleashed a secret weapon of mass destruction called ...
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Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day: The Discovery That Revolutionizes Home Baking
Jeff Hertzberg, Zoe Francois
Thomas Dunne Books, 2007
Shortcuts and Still Sensational!
Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day: The Discovery That Revolutionizes Home Baking
I knew I would love this book the moment I saw the title! (This is not misleading: the five minutes' time refers to actual loaf prep after the dough has been mixed and ...
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Days of Infamy
Newt Gingrich, William R. Forstchen
Thomas Dunne Books, 2008
Days of Infamy
An interesting twist inspired by a real piece of history, Days of Infamy is a brilliant story that is hard to put down once you start. I have high standards in my reading recommendations, and this is a book that is worthy of my precious time. It will stir your ...
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Up Till Now: The Autobiography
William Shatner, David Fisher
Thomas Dunne Books, 2008
A fun book
This is a fun book where Shatner pokes fun at himself, compliments people whom he finds talented and critisizes people whom he finds flawed. I thought this was a very evenly flowed written book, one of which I had a low expectation for but made me laugh with comments I ...
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State of Confusion: Political Manipulation and the Assault on the American Mind
Bryant Welch
Thomas Dunne Books, 2008
A fascinating watchlist for this year's election
Great insights here on how we make choices about our presidential candidates, and the picture ain't pretty. Constantly illuminates what happened in previous elections (how *did* Bush get elected again?) but mainly provides a terrific crib sheet for what's going to ...
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The Impact Zone: Mastering Golf's Moment of Truth
Bobby Clampett, Andy Brumer
Thomas Dunne Books, 2007
Best Golf Book Ever
This is the best golf instruction book ever. The main insight from the book that has transformed my game (scoring) is the realization that there is a relationship to where the ball is struck and handicap. Clampett calims, based on his analysis of golf swings using CBS' ...
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How to Be Invisible: The Essential Guide to Protecting Your Personal Privacy, Your Assets, and Your Life ...
J.J. Luna
Thomas Dunne Books, 2004
A must read for everyone
I read the silliness written by "Miss Deplume" and shook my head. It is wrong and ignorant at best and I hope the thinking person will see this shoddy review is FAR outweighed by the postive comments.
We review our book regularly and are slowly instituting measures ...
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The Star Garden: A Novel of Sarah Agnes Prine
Nancy E. Turner
Thomas Dunne Books, 2007
Loved it
I have read all 3 of her books and this was my second favorite after "These is My Words." Very well written. Can't wait for the next book.
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Fire-Breathing Liberal: How I Learned to Survive (and Thrive) in the Contact Sport of Congress
Robert Wexler, David Fisher
Thomas Dunne Books, 2008
Fire-Breathing Liberal
I didn't THINK I was going to like this book, because of the title, but I'm so glad that I did read it! This man gives a good analysis of why things don't get done in Washington. This man also gives me hope that maybe people will wake up and get rid of those who ...
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Twelve Mighty Orphans: The Inspiring True Story of the Mighty Mites Who Ruled Texas Football
Jim Dent
Thomas Dunne Books, 2007
A New Favorite.
Maybe it's because I am from Fort Worth, and I consider myself to be an AMATEUR local historian; however, I just could not put this book down! I read the entire thing in one night, because I couldn't stop. The story is gripping...makes you laugh, makes you cry. This ...
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Will Write for Shoes: How to Write a Chick Lit Novel
Cathy Yardley
Thomas Dunne Books, 2006
This book pleasantly surprised me!
I am a writer who has been reviewed only by my friends and professors... not published yet. I was surprised by the quality of the insights and guidance included in this quick-to-read book (-no offense to the author, and I apologize for my preconceived assumptions.) Her ...
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Pearl Harbor: A Novel of December 8th
Newt Gingrich, William R. Forstchen
Thomas Dunne Books, 2007
Gingrich is improving as an author
I was hesitant to give a Newt "written" book another try after his first WWII book "1945". However, I was pleasantly surprised with this novel. It was a fast paced easy read. The size of the book and the easy text make it a good book to pick up and complete on the ...
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