DOROTHY PARKER DRANK HERE by Ellen Meister

A dead lush, a dead creep, a broken man, a couple broken women, a cameo by Groucho Marx, and several more charismatic characters... put them together and you've found an interesting and enjoyable read! I had the ending figured out, and then I didn't... you've got to love when that happens. Did anything become obvious? Sure, but all in all, surprises abound!

THE INTERN'S HANDBOOK by Shane Kuhn

You know those dry, hard to read, corporate training manuals? This is a corporate training manual, sort of, at least that's the format! This is a wonderful read, you won't want to put it down. The characters and situations are so well developed and presented. The story is about a not so noble profession, but you will find yourself pulling for otherwise repugnant human beings. I'll be reading more by Mr. Kuhn!

THE BOOK OF STONE by Jonathan Papernick

It's not often an ending catches me by surprise, so color me impressed! I found the story to almost stall in places, not the fastest paced book I've ever read. However, the premise is really quite interesting, the main characters well developed, and you are drawn into the conclusion. This tome offers a peek into the world of fanaticism, and doesn't hold punches!

BODHI BUG AND ORCA by Steve Sapp, Illustrations by Kevin Beckley

Take a charming folk tale from the Pacific Northwest, add some enchanting art, and you have the recipe for a great little book for children! The story is simple and easy to read, but packs a wallop when teaching about nature and symbiotic relationships. There's a lot of information contained in this story, but it's lovingly written for little ears and eyes. What a great gift for a young child.

ALL YOU NEED IS LIFE by Leonard Ryzman

Very short read, only 52 pages, but being set to Beatles song makes it a must read. What a fun look at life, and its many unanswered questions, in a humorous way. Makes you go hmmm, what more can you ask of a book???

KNOW YOUR BEHOLDER by Adam Rapp

What a bizarre journey through one mans insecurities and peccadillos. Upon being given his childhood home, a man upgrades it to include several apartments. We are treated to a glimpse into the lives of his renters, as well as his own. We also get to revel in his redemption and return to normality. It's an interesting ride, with many interesting situations and characters along the way. Enjoy!