Webb Garrison’s Civil War Dictionary: An Illustrated Guide to the Everyday Language of Soldiers and Civilians by Webb Garrison Sr. with Cheryl Garrison

Webb Garrison’s Civil War Dictionary: An Illustrated Guide to the Everyday Language of Soldiers and Civilians Webb Garrison Sr. with Cheryl Garrison Cumberland House (2008) ISBN 9781581826753 Reviewed by Vicki Landes for Reader Views (10/08)   Civil War historian Webb Garrison is considered one of the country’s leading authorities on the subject.  As the best-selling … More Webb Garrison’s Civil War Dictionary: An Illustrated Guide to the Everyday Language of Soldiers and Civilians by Webb Garrison Sr. with Cheryl Garrison

The Ultimate Beer Lover’s Cookbook: More Than 400 Recipes That All Use Beer by John Schlimm

The Ultimate Beer Lover’s Cookbook: More Than 400 Recipes That All Use Beer John Schlimm Cumberland House (2008) ISBN 9781581826517 Reviewed by Irene Watson for Reader Views (8/08)   First of all, I have to admit I am not a fan of drinking beer. However, that said, I love to cook with it!  I was … More The Ultimate Beer Lover’s Cookbook: More Than 400 Recipes That All Use Beer by John Schlimm

The Rotisserie Chicken Cookbook: Home-Made Meals with Store-Bought Convenience by Michelle Ann Anderson

The Rotisserie Chicken Cookbook: Home-Made Meals with Store-Bought Convenience Michelle Ann Anderson Cumberland House (2008) ISBN 9781581826593 Reviewed by Irene Watson for Reader Views (9/08)   Chicken, chicken, and more chicken. From appetizers to soups, from entrees to casseroles, this cookbook covers it all.  Simple, easy instructions and ingredients found in most pantries, “The Rotisserie … More The Rotisserie Chicken Cookbook: Home-Made Meals with Store-Bought Convenience by Michelle Ann Anderson

The Military Wives’ Cookbook: 200 Years of Traditions, Recipes, and Remembrances by Carolyn Quick Tillery

The Military Wives’ Cookbook: 200 Years of Traditions, Recipes, and Remembrances Carolyn Quick Tillery Cumberland House (2008) ISBN 9781581826722 Reviewed by Irene Watson for Reader Views (11/08)   As an Air Force spouse, Carolyn Quick Tillery is leaving a legacy for future military spouses and families by providing recipes passed down for generations and those … More The Military Wives’ Cookbook: 200 Years of Traditions, Recipes, and Remembrances by Carolyn Quick Tillery

The First Vice Lord: Big Jim Colosimo and the Ladies of the Levee by Art Bilek

The First Vice Lord: Big Jim Colosimo and the Ladies of the Levee Art Bilek Cumberland House (2008) ISBN 9781581826395 Reviewed by Kathleen Dowdell for Reader Views (11/08)   This is a wonderfully-written book filled with detailed information about Chicago’s Big Jim Colosimo and the Ladies of the Levee. No one better than Bilek, a … More The First Vice Lord: Big Jim Colosimo and the Ladies of the Levee by Art Bilek

Short and Sweet: The Life and Times of the Lollipop Munchkin by Jerry Maren

Short and Sweet: The Life and Times of the Lollipop Munchkin Jerry Maren Cumberland House (2008) ISBN 9781581825435 Reviewed by Lisa Kisner for Reader Views (11/08)   After seventy-years in show business, Jerry Maren shares his adventures in this autobiography of his life.  He came to Hollywood as a teenager to play a Munchkin in … More Short and Sweet: The Life and Times of the Lollipop Munchkin by Jerry Maren

Enlightened Soups: More Than 150 Light, Healthy, Delicious and Beautiful Soups in 60 Minutes or Less by Camilla V. Saulsbury

Enlightened Soups: More Than 150 Light, Healthy, Delicious and Beautiful Soups in 60 Minutes or Less Camilla V. Saulsbury Cumberland House (2008) ISBN 9781581826647 Reviewed by Irene Watson for Reader Views (11/08)   Soups are my favorite comfort foods!  Needless to say I was thrilled to review and test the recipes in “Enlightened Soups” by … More Enlightened Soups: More Than 150 Light, Healthy, Delicious and Beautiful Soups in 60 Minutes or Less by Camilla V. Saulsbury

Enlightened Cakes: More Than 150 Decadently Light, Easy-to-Make Layer Cakes, Bundt Cakes, Cupcakes, Cheesecakes, Tea Cakes, and More by Camilla V. Saulsbury

Enlightened Cakes: More Than 150 Decadently Light, Easy-to-Make Layer Cakes, Bundt Cakes, Cupcakes, Cheesecakes, Tea Cakes, and More Camilla V. Saulsbury Cumberland House (2008) ISBN 9781581826265 Reviewed by Irene Watson for Reader Views (8/08) “Enlightened” is an understatement!  Imagine having cake everyday and eating it too! This delightful book gives more than a hundred recipes … More Enlightened Cakes: More Than 150 Decadently Light, Easy-to-Make Layer Cakes, Bundt Cakes, Cupcakes, Cheesecakes, Tea Cakes, and More by Camilla V. Saulsbury

Dixie Spirits: True Tales of the Strange and Supernatural in the South (Second Edition) by Christopher K Coleman

Dixie Spirits: True Tales of the Strange and Supernatural in the South (Second Edition) Christopher K Coleman Cumberland House (2008) ISBN 9781581826715 Reviewed by Danelle Drake for Reader Views (9/08)   Like the “Crooked Road in Virginia” guides you through Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail, “Dixie Spirits: The Tales of the Strange and Supernatural in the … More Dixie Spirits: True Tales of the Strange and Supernatural in the South (Second Edition) by Christopher K Coleman

Brett Favre: A Packer Fan’s Tribute (Third Edition, The Final Season) by Tom Kertscher

Brett Favre: A Packer Fan’s Tribute (Third Edition, The Final Season) Tom Kertscher Cumberland House (2008) ISBN 9781581826838 Reviewed by Lori Plach for Reader Views (10/08)   March 6, 2008 is a day Packers fans dreaded. It would be so hard to say goodbye to a man who led their team to the Super Bowl and will … More Brett Favre: A Packer Fan’s Tribute (Third Edition, The Final Season) by Tom Kertscher