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Published in 1988 by Doubleday, MOONWALK was Michael Jackson’s first (and long-awaited) heavily illustrated and brief biography. It’s the infamous book in which he claimed that his father, Joseph Jackson, had hit him as a child. It’s a book from the author that gives you insight into the way Michael Jackson viewed himself and his world. Then, in 1992, Doubleday published a second book of Jackson's writings, DANCING THE DREAM: POEMS AND REFLECTIONS. This book contains essays and poems—Jackson’s observations on life, humanity, God, the world and children. I n my opinion, it’s this book that everyone should buy. While there’s bound to be a slew of books written about Michael Jackson, his music, his lyrics, his words are the true reflection of the child man. He is a remarkably talented individual who never seemed to grow up. Many thought him odd and considered his childishness a failing. Others viewed him with awe, wonder, and not a little envy. In truth, how many of us wouldn’t love to hold onto the childlike wonder with which he viewed the world. His legacy—both good and bad—will live on. The tabloids will write about the pain and trauma of his children. Elizabeth Taylor will wax eloquently on his virtues. And the world will moonwalk.
Pam Nowak reports she just received notification that her first novel, CHANCES, has finished in the Top Five of the 2009 HOLT Medallion Best First Book category (formerly known as finalist), with the winner to be announced June 13th. Names one of Booklist's Top Ten Romances of 2008, they are quoted as saying "Nowak has come up with believable, non-stereotypical characters and a snappy plot to create a darned good book." Publishers’ Weekly agreed stating, "Nowak's charming historical romance debut...captures courtship in the Rocky Mountains with flai r..." Visit Pam’s site at www.pamelanowak.com.
International Thriller Writers new anthology, THRILLER 2, STORIES YOU JUST CAN’T PUT DOWN,is now available. This highly anticipated anthology, edited by Clive Cussler, features twenty-three original stories by ITW members. From Jeffery Deaver's tale of international terrorism to Lisa Jackson's dysfunctional family in the California wine country to Ridley Pearson's horrifying serial killer, this collection has something for everyone. Twenty-three bestselling and hot new authors from International Thriller Writers have submitted original stories to make up this unforgettable blockbuster. Contributors to Thriller 2 in clude Kathleen Antrim, Gary Braver, Sean Chercover, Blake Crouch, Jeffery Deaver, Joe Hartlaub, David Hewson, Harry Hunsicker, Lisa Jackson, Joan Johnston, Jon Land, Lawrence Light, Tim Maleeny, Phillip Margolin, David J. Montgomery, Carla Neggers, Ridley Pearson, Marcus Sakey, Javier Sierra, Mariah Stewart, R.L. Stine, and Simon Wood. Buy THRILLER 2at your favorite local bookstore or order it now.
Carol Berg just heard that BREATH AND BONE from her "Flesh and Spirit" series is a finalist for the 2009 Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Adult Literature. This is given by a literary society that is dedicated to scholarship and literature in the tradition of Tolkien, CS Lewis, and the Inklings. As this year's finalists include Ursula Le Guin, Patricia McKillip, and Gene Wolfe, she is a local writer in a very large pond. In her own words, she says “it is very cool to be perched atop a lilypad!” Kirkus Reviews said, “...the narrative crackles with intensity. Altogether superior." Visit www.carolberg.com for more information on the series, or stop by her blog at textcrumbs.blogspot.com.
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