Book review: Detour from Normal by Ken Dickson

April 10

Detour from Normal, by Ken Dickson, is an autobiographical account about the tragic mishandling of a man’s life. In this true and brutally vivid story, Ken narrates his ordeal, in explicit detail, starting with his admission to a hospital for a medical issue, which soon mushroomed into this burgeoning monster where he was labelled mentally […]

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Book review: The Book of Kaye (I Am), by Kaye A. Peters

February 27

The Book of Kaye (I Am) is a biographical rendering of the author’s life, but more so, about the wisdom and the philosophy that catalyzed in the process, and her own reconciliation with the Universe. There are some nice gems in this book, and her wit will elicit some chuckles along the way. No doubt, […]

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Book review: The Book of Kaye (I Am), by Kaye A. Peters

February 21

The Book of Kaye (I Am) by Kaye A. Peters A very detailed biographical story of her journey through life. In her later years she has gained insight into who she is and what makes her happy. I agree with a lot of what she says, I have had similar experiences and also lost a son. Looking […]

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Book review: The Road to Amistad: Sometimes It Takes Losing Everything to Find Yourself, by Ken Dickson

February 02

The Road to Amistad: Sometimes It Takes Losing Everything to Find Yourself, by Ken Dickson, reads like an autobiography, and in many ways, it is based on the author’s life. Spiced with some fiction, the story begins with his life in a psychiatric hospital, where Ken’s sudden revelation and new state of awareness has a profound […]

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Book review: Sugar Reports and Homemade Dill Pickles , by Robert B Riefstahl

January 25

Sugar Reports and Homemade Dill Pickles , by Robert B Riefstahl, is a compelling story. The title of this book could mislead one into thinking that it is something different than what it really is, but in truth, it is a fascinating read about two people and their connection through the war years. Much of the […]

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Book Review: Aim for Justice, by Ken Dickson

August 30

  Aim for Justice by Ken Dickson An inspiring true story about a difficult journey and the consequences to the main character and his family. Mistakes are made by people everyday that affect the health and well-being of people. This book is about the courage & determination to recover what was lost and make the […]

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Author Spotlight: Ken Dickson, author of Aim for Justice

August 22

Tell us about yourself! I was a dedicated engineer, content with my eight-to-five job—until I suffered agonizing abdominal pain after digging holes for fruit trees in my back yard. Unknowingly, I had perforated my bowel which led to a life-threatening infection and emergency surgery. Despite many complications, I recovered only to end up becoming manic […]

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Feature Book: Aim for Justice by Ken Dickson

August 15

In this age of mass-shootings and concern about the role of the mentally ill in them, Aim for Justice provides a unique glimpse into an issue of great importance to all Americans—our Constitutional right to bear arms. In this fast-paced, emotionally taut, and inspiring true story, the author relates his struggles after an unplanned surgery […]

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Book Review: In a Gilded Cage by Susan Appleyard

August 07

In a Gilded Cage by Susan Appleyard        *** 5 stars *** An historical romance about the Austrian Royalty in the 1800’s. The customs of the times in Austria were difficult for young women. Arranged marriages, little or no independence. Women everywhere had difficult lives and very little power over their circumstances, but […]

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Review: Behind the Veil: One Man’s Spiritual Quest, by Paul Clowes

May 27

  Behind the Veil: One Man’s Spiritual Quest, by Paul Clowes, is possibly one of the most erudite books written on the period during the Crusades. Told from the perspective of one man, a monk who wakes up to the fact that the Church of Rome is abusive, deluding people and is using its power […]

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