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What I have been reading: the Grimnoir Chronicles
The Grimnoir Chronicles, by Larry Corriea, is a noir fantasy trilogy set in 1930s America. In this alternate history, a source of “magic” appears in our world in the late 19th century. At first only a few individuals are able … Continue reading
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Late season goings on in the Vintage garden
The summer heat may have chased me back indoors for most of August, but that doesn’t mean I haven’t been doing some projects out in the garden. It’s funny, but from about mid-July until Labor Day, the very height of … Continue reading
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What’s on my autumn reading list for 2023
“Well, there’s so much to read, and I’m so far behind.” Wallace Stegner, Crossing to Safety Today I want to share with you my autumn reading list. It’s funny, but while I was writing this post, I realized that I … Continue reading
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