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The Buddhist on Death Row: How One Man Found Light in the Darkest Place (by David Sheff)
The Buddhist on Death Row caught my attention for two reasons; I have been studying Buddhism for the past few years and I’ve had a passion for prison work for decades.
Folsom Untold: The Strange True Story of Johnny Cash’s Greatest Album (by Danny Robbins)
Growing up, I spent time in Nashville visiting family, so I appreciate Cash’s reputation and understand the history of country music. I recall my Nashville relatives…
Poe-Land (by J.W. Ocker)
Like most people, I was introduced to Edgar Allan Poe in high school. Honestly, I kind of left him in high school…until I met…
Seven Years in Tibet (by Heinrich Harrer)
I was aware of the movie staring Brad Pitt long before I knew it was based on a book. I still haven’t seen the movie, but as I…
An Elephant in My Kitchen (by Francoise Malby-Anthony)
This book is an emotional roller coaster as it is a follow up to …
Out of the Corner (by Jennifer Grey)
Jennifer Grey wrote and narrated an excellent memoir. The prologue opens with a detailed account of her infamous…
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