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"Flora" by Gail Godwin; author at Malaprop's May 19

Started by Rob Neufeld in AC-T Book Reviews May 17.

White Oak Road hosted parties and harbors ghosts

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Jonathan Kozol's Fire in the Ashes--25-year caring about poorest children 1 Reply

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Seeking former teachers at Asheville-Biltmore College

Seeking former teachers at Asheville-Biltmore CollegeClark Adams, a member of the English faculty at Randolph Community College in Asheboro, is seeking information on the following list of faculty who are still living and may have taught when the college was "on the mountain" at Seely's Castle during the years 1949 - 1961.  The college operated under that name from 1936 to 1969, when it was consolidated into the state university system.  See UNCA Ramsey Library Special Collections'…See More
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A walk down Haw Creek Road in 1936

A nostalgic walk through 1930s Haw Creekby Rob NeufeldPHOTO CAPTION: The Haw Creek School that replaced Bell’s church-funded school in the 1920s.             I took a walk down Haw Creek Road the other day—in the year 1936—and I got to hear some folks talking.            I wasn’t sure of my way around, so I…See More
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Rob Neufeld commented on Malaprop's Bookstore Cafe's event CHARLES PRICE READING & SIGNING
"The event is July 21 at Malaprop's.  Looking forward to it; and I'll be writing about it."
Jun 13
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"Aftermath of the Civil War" A lecture in WNCHA's Civil War Series at Reuter Center at UNCA

June 15, 2013 from 2pm to 3:30pm
Dr. Gordon McKinney and Dr. Steve Nash will describe and analyze the attempt to recreate the social, political and economic world after the Civil War in western North Carolina.  Special emphasis will be placed on racial adjustment, improving transportation and the development of the Appalachian stereotype.  Sponsored by the Western North Carolina Historical Association and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.  Open to the public, admission to members of WNCHA and OLLI is free.  $5.00 for…See More
Jun 11
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"Taking A Leap: An Evening of Connie's Stories" and a Workshop at Hawk and Ivy Bed and Breakfast

June 30, 2013 from 3pm to 9pm
 Connie Regan-Blake, renowned Appalachian storyteller, will perform “Taking a Leap: An Evening of Connie’s Stories” on Sunday June 30 at 7:30 p.m. at Hawk and Ivy Bed and Breakfast in Barnardsville, NC, twenty minutes north of Asheville. Persons interested in learning or developing the craft of storytelling can also attend a workshop entitled “Opening Doors: A Storytelling Workshop Exploring Memories” at 3:00-5:30. Workshop fee is $40 before June 21 and $55 after. Fee includes both events.…See More
Jun 11
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Julia Nunnally Duncan Book Signing and Reception at St. John's Episcopal Parish House

June 23, 2013 from 11:30am to 12:30pm
St. John's Episcopal Church Women in Marion will host a book signing and reception in celebration of Julia Nunnally Duncan's new book Barefoot in the Snow. The event will be held at St. John's Parish House in the great hall during Coffee Hour (approximately 11:30 a.m.) on Sunday, June 23,and the public is cordially invited. See More
Jun 11
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Gloria Houston replied to Rob Neufeld's discussion Jonathan Kozol's Fire in the Ashes--25-year caring about poorest children
"Wow!  What a powerful book!  Must read. "
Jan 22
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Gloria Houston at Black Forest Books & Toys, Cherokee Place in Myers Park, Charlotte, NC

December 22, 2011 from 1pm to 5pm
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Dec 3, 2011
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Gloria Houston at R. L Bryan Bookstore

March 25, 2011 to March 26, 2011
Teachers at all levels, and readers in general, will gather at R. L Bryan over a two-day period for numerous activities involving book.
Mar 3, 2011
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Gloria Houston commented on Jerry Stubblefield's blog post People are Stealing My Ideas!
"Anyone who writes has seen other publications or productions which utilize concepts or ideas from their own work.  It is a great frustration, particularly when a book is published by an editor who also writes who turned down a manuscript you…"
Feb 21, 2011
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Gloria Houston at Muses Bookstore

February 26, 2011 from 2pm to 4pm
The Muses in Morganton will host a booksigning for my new book, MISS DOROTHY AND HER BOOKMOBILE, illustrated by Susan Condi Lamb, illustrator of the companion book, MY GREAT AUNT ARIZONA, on Saturday afternoon, 26 February, from 2 -4 p m.  See More
Feb 13, 2011
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The Muses Bookstore in Morganton is closing at the end of March

The Muses has been a landmark to readers throughout the region for 40+ years.  Owned by a mother daughter team, Shirley Sprinkle and Kelly Treiber, readers could depend on their evaluations and recommendations about what to read.  Someone working in the store has always read every book on their shelves.  Alas, independent bookstores such as theirs are disappearing. The Muses will host a booksigning for my new book, MISS DOROTHY AND HER BOOKMOBILE (HarperCollins), illustrated by Susan Condi Lamb…See More
Feb 13, 2011
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"I look forward to your comments about intellectual property rights.  Thanks for responding."
Feb 13, 2011
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Intellectual Rights have the same legal status as property rights. . .What a novel concept?

Pardon the pun! Is anyone else having issues with the public perception of the intellectual rights to a given book as belonging to anyone who purchases a book or even checks a book out from a library to do with what a reader wishes?  I've spoken to other writers who have these issues arise because many readers do not realize that intellectual rights are exactly like the rights to real property.  Usurping the rights to a book is exactly as if a person sees a  a lot belonging to another and,…See More
Jan 21, 2011
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Gloria Houston replied to Rob Neufeld's discussion The Love Letters of Zebulon Vance
"Great review, Rob!  If she hasn't seen it yet, Sharyn McCrumb will enjoy it."
Jan 18, 2011
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Jan 18, 2011
Gloria Houston replied to Rob Neufeld's discussion Spirit of Lamar Stringfield attends Asheville Symphony
"So good to know that others remember the "Little Symphony" concerts for elementary students. We were so fortunate to have this asset in our state. Stringfield's influence on at least a generation of kids goes on. With all the other…"
Aug 1, 2010
Gloria Houston replied to Rob Neufeld's discussion Spirit of Lamar Stringfield attends Asheville Symphony
"Those of us who grew up enjoying a special trip once each year on school buses on steep mountain roads to hear a live orchestra owe a special vote of thanks to Stringfield for his part in organizing the North Carolina Symphony. The traveling…"
Jul 16, 2010
Gloria Houston replied to Rob Neufeld's discussion The Devil amongst the Lawyers by Sharyn McCrumb
"Great review, Rob! Sharyn's latest novel was, as usual, a pleasure to read. Her characters are well drawn, and the joy most of us who are natives of the southern Appalachians find in her skewering portrayals of the negative stereotyping we…"
Jul 16, 2010

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The Muses Bookstore in Morganton is closing at the end of March

The Muses has been a landmark to readers throughout the region for 40+ years.  Owned by a mother daughter team, Shirley Sprinkle and Kelly Treiber, readers could depend on their evaluations and recommendations about what to read.  Someone working in the store has always read every book on their shelves. 

 

Alas, independent bookstores such as theirs are disappearing.

 

The Muses will host a booksigning for my new book, MISS DOROTHY AND HER BOOKMOBILE…

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Posted on February 13, 2011 at 11:31pm

Intellectual Rights have the same legal status as property rights. . .What a novel concept?

Pardon the pun!

 

Is anyone else having issues with the public perception of the intellectual rights to a given book as belonging to anyone who purchases a book or even checks a book out from a library to do with what a reader wishes? 

 

I've spoken to other writers who have these issues arise because many readers do not realize that intellectual rights are exactly…

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Posted on January 21, 2011 at 8:52pm

CHARLOTTE OBSERVER review of my new book from HarperCollins, MISS DOROTHY AND HER BOOKMOBILE

Having a reviewer honor a book with an article is one of the best gifts an author can receive.  On January 23, Pam Kelley, book review page editor at THE CHARLOTTE OBSERVER, will review my new book about my childhood librarian, Ms. Dorothy Thomas, founding librarian of the Avery Mitchell Yancey Regional Library System.

 

Illustrated by Susan Condi Lamb, illustrator of MY GREAT AUNT ARIZONA, the book pays tribute to a woman who influenced a generation of young--and…

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Posted on January 18, 2011 at 10:51am

If you are interested in books for young readers, check this out

http://www.whatchreadingnow.com   is a terrific new book and author blog.  Worth a look.

Posted on January 18, 2011 at 10:20am

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