Don Then: These opening morsels of Kentucky books just might be as good as the icing off grandma’s cake
Here’s the scenario: tiptoeing through grandma’s dining room you discover a delicious cake on the table. You must taste that…
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Don Then: For a real story that reads like fiction, Kentucky Maverick offers insight, history, more
The fun part about reading books and offering insight is that it opens doors to diverse writing styles and defines…
Don Then: The courage shown by Richardson and other orphans is evident in The Unbreakable Child
Courage is a remarkable human quality. I believe it is inherent in our mortal condition at the moment of conception;…
Don Then: Walter Tevis, author with Kentucky ties, creates memorable characters, unforgettable stories
Sometimes I like to take a drive. An easy trip on back roads clears my mind, fosters inspiration, exposes new…
Don Then: Discover the meaning of ‘determined defiance’ in Ray Peden’s One Tenth of the Law
Experience relates that a great story begins with an evocative title. A few outstanding titles come quickly to mind: The…
Don Then: Put these books on your summer reading list – The Poisonwood Bible, Death by Derby, more
Ah, summer nears and, most likely, you have vacation plans. Perhaps, it’s the beach or the mountains or maybe leisurely…
Don Then: How can a tree change people forever? Find out in Vonnie Mateer Campbell’s The Tree
I was drawn to The Tree by Hebron author Vonnie Mateer Campbell because of a promotional blurb from Tate Publishing:…
Don Then: Rick Robinson’s newest installment The Advance Man is a first-rate, realistic political thriller
The Advance Man, a political thriller, by Rick Robinson balances the craft of writing with the creativity required to cast…
Don Then: University Press of Ky is good resource to find books by Kentucky authors, see latest releases
I enjoy surfing the Internet to find resources for books about Kentucky. Recently I came upon the University Press of…
Don Then: Butter in the Morning is filled with insightful essays about life, love and more
I was talking to a friend the other day (on a cell phone, of course) and happened to mention that…
Don Then: Sam Saves the Mansion is colorful, fun, historical children’s book about Governor’s mansion
Sam Saves the Mansion is a delightful, interactive children’s book that provides an educational and entertaining lesson on our state’s…
Don Then: Rod Pennington has cornered the Kindle market and now started on his screenwriting career
Readers, more than critics, will tell you about the better e-books on the market. Readers vote with their pocket books….
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