WOW: Women's Older Wisdom

Unbeatable Summer Reads

My summer reading recommendations have books for every taste:  spellbinding stories, mystery, memoir, humor, and a walking guide. FICTION The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout Strout’s latest novel is one of her best: the [...]

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Where Have All the Peace Workers Gone?

One of the biggest news stories of 2022 was the Ukraine-Russian war. On a daily basis, the American public was flooded with heart-breaking stories of how Ukraine’s citizens were suffering.  Americans fell in line.  Blue and yellow flags streamed from front porches, shops, restaurants, churches, and synagogues.  Every single Congressperson [...]

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Books for Holiday Giving

This week I’m offering book suggestions for holiday giving. They include gripping plots by acclaimed writers; a brilliant thesis on climate change; an inspiring bio; and recommendations from my wonderful book nerdy friends. FICTION TO TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY Oh William! This is Elizabeth Strout’s latest novel, which I read in one day.  [...]

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