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Renee Macalino Rutledge: Powell's Q&A: Renee Macalino Rutledge, author of 'One Hundred Percent Me' (0 comment)
Could you describe your latest book, One Hundred Percent Me?
A little girl is used to hearing questions about her looks all the time. "Where are you from?" "What are you?" These questions are a constant reminder from others that she is different. As she embraces her identity and culture, she teaches others that she belongs, that the differences they notice are part of what make her unique, special, and herself....
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    A Bad Day for Sorry by Sophie Littlefield
    Reina, January 08, 2011
    Stella is a fantastic character--tough yet tender--and she and the other characters are well rounded without giving away too much too soon. This page turner is gritty enough to satisfy the genre but has appeal for any reader of mystery or women's fiction.
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    Mr Putter & Tabby Pour The Tea by Cynthia Rylant
    Reina, January 24, 2008
    My son and I love these books! They are gentle, funny, and full of character. I like most of Cynthia Rylant's books, but Mr. Putter and Tabby are some of the best. (Though I think my son prefers the Poppleton books, by the same author) My son was happy to get this book and 2 others in the series at Christmas. It is also refreshing to read about an older main character.
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    Beautiful Breads & Fabulous Fillings The Best Sandwiches in America by Margaux Sky
    Reina, January 24, 2008
    I borrowed this book from a friend and tried making the whole wheat bread. I make my own bread regularly but did not have a big enough bowl for the recipe! The bread was still ok,but I wonder if the author tested the recipes for a home baker. It is a beautiful little book, though, with some good sandwich, breakfast,and soup ideas. Be warned, also, she uses a lot of butter!
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    Bobs Red Mill Baking Book More Than 400 Recipes Featuring Whole & Healthy Grains by John Ettinger
    Reina, January 24, 2008
    I was leery of this book at first (it was a gift) because a lot of the recipes contain specialty flours. After trying several recipes (like overnight whole wheat bread, though it contains a mistake in the note at top), I have been pleased with the results, and I look forward to trying more. If you don't like whole wheat or trying different flours, look elsewhere. Also, some people I know have better success with King Arthur Flour recipes (from their various books-you can usually get them at the library to try), though I have not.
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    Year Without Made in China One Familys True Life Adventure in the Global Economy by Sara Bongiorni
    Reina, January 24, 2008
    I got this from the library hoping for some insight into the rise of China in the global marketplace from the author, a business journalist. Instead, I found a personal monologue which left me with no information and a sad feeling at how shallow and materialistic the author sometimes seems. She makes no mention of the business side to anything (except as relates to her finaces), nor the environmental impact of all these products. Not even her slams at Wal-Mart are satisfying to this liberal (me), as she does not back them up with any facts. I would not bother reading this if you , like me, are looking for information and personal stories on trade, consumerism, and the global economy. (Also, she discounts the web as a good source of US made products on the say-so of one person. I have found many products, mostly thanks to stillmadeintheusa.com, like Okabashi shoes, Soft Star Shoes, and TC Timber Trains, to name a few.)
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    Rumpole Misbehaves by John Mortimer
    Reina, January 04, 2008
    Another fun short novel featuring Rumpole, defender of the Magna Carta, etc. If you haven't read any Rumpole, I would go back to Mortimer's earlier work. I am not giving this Rumpole's usual 5 stars as I felt there are slight character inconsistencies in this one, but overall a good social satire, as usual.
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    Eco Foods Guide Whats Good for the Earth Is Good for You by Cynthia Barstow
    Reina, January 04, 2008
    The Eco Foods Guide is a good general introduction to many topics surrounding the food we eat. For me, it was not in depth enough and had a few stylistic flaws (no list of other sources, you have to write them down as you go, for example). I did learn a few new things, but mostly will need to turn to other sources for more information. From what I'm reading in Marion Nestle's What to Eat, that might be a better choice if you want something more in depth.
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    Big Book of Breakfast Serious Comfort Food for Any Time of the Day by Maryana Vollstedt
    Reina, December 04, 2007
    This book is everything the publisher blurb claims it is. I love all the Big Book series, but this is the one I own, as we love breakfast. If you do too, I don't think you will be disappointed by this book. It is great and we really do now eat breakfast anytime thanks to these delicious recipies.
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    Simply In Season by Mary Beth Lind
    Reina, December 04, 2007
    This is a really good book. I like the short blurbs about different topics and the way it is organized by season. It is easy to find recipies for the fruits of various seasons and so far, the results are delicious. I look forward to using it often.
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    Country Affair by Rebecca Shaw
    Reina, December 04, 2007
    I'm not sure this book deserves 3 stars, except that I did read it and it was ok. However, the back blurb is misleading as the book is not warm or full of simple joys, but is somewhat sensationalistic and simplified (character-wise). I was hoping for something like Herriot, Karon, or Miss Read and didn't get it. I will not be returning to Barleybridge.
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    The Elegant Gathering of White Snows by Radish, Kris
    Reina, September 20, 2007
    Radish's book is somewhat enjoyable, but I would not read any of her other books. "Gathering" is a bit strident at times, as well as faulty stylistically; I don't read novels to be yelled at about feminism, which is how this book often feels. If you are looking for gentle, fun, or better written novels of female friendship, turn to authors Lorna Landvik(fun), Jennifer Chiaverini(gentle), and Joan Medlicott(both).
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    Unconditional Parenting Moving from Rewards & Punishments to Love & Reason by Alfie Kohn
    Reina, September 18, 2007
    This is a different kind of parenting book, but I am very glad I read it (carefully and with an open mind).Some will dismiss this book as advocating permissiveness or being idealistic. Kohn addresses the former logically and persuasively (that he is not advocating it, but a different parenting style altogether) and the latter, if he is too idealistic, it is about how parents can change rather than how children should be treated. I have 2 young children and this book voiced much of what I had been feeling and frightened me in that I saw so much I could change. His reccommendations are hard to implement but worth it, not just in light of his well-researched arguements, but from reflection my own thoughts and feelings.
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    Canning Freezing & Drying by Sunset
    Reina, July 01, 2007
    This is (so far) my favorite canning book. I tried the Joy of Cooking and Ball books on the subject (as well as many from the library), but this is the one that is straightforward and has useable recipies for the household canner. I've used it a lot since my first foray into water bath canning 6 years ago.
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    Baby Book 1st Edition by William Sears
    Reina, July 01, 2007
    We traded in the What to Expect books for this and have not been disappointed. I had been resistant to attatchment parenting until my son was about 4 months old (he is now 2). We don't always follow attatchment parenting and you don't need to in order to find helpful advice on everything fom nutrition to how to deal with a cold to baby's developmental stages. Highly reccommended for all those times you wonder about something your baby is doing or what to do with him!
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    Ellington Was Not a Street by Shange, Ntozake
    Reina, March 29, 2007
    Another essential book on our shelves. This is a beautiful book and we love the illustrations by Kadir Nelson. We have been reading this since my son was one, so even if you don't understand who all the men are, you can appreciate the words and illustrations. Older readers should be inspired to find out more about the men of the poem, or at least listen to some Duke Elliington.
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    Steeeeeamboat Acomin by Jill Esbaum
    Reina, March 29, 2007
    The poem evokes the rhythm of a steamboat while the illustrations do just that: illustrate the words beautifully. My son has enjoyed this book since he was a small baby and it is great fun to read, especially to shout "steeeamboat a'comin!". An unusual children's book which we consider essential on our bookshelf.
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    Miracle of Mindfulness An Introduction by Thich Nhat Hanh, Thich Nhat Hanh
    Reina, February 26, 2007
    I am not a Buddhist or much into meditation, but this book helped me learn to be mindful in daily life, which is something that can benefit anyone. Some of what Nhat Hanh teaches you may not agree with and some may be hard to grasp, but there are valuable lessons in this book that you can use every day, even while washing dishes or taking a walk. Nhat Hanh is a great living teacher of spirituality and mindfulness.
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    Betsy Tacy 06 Betsy In Spite Of Herself by Maud Hart Lovelace
    Reina, February 26, 2007
    I discovered the Betsy books in middle school and have been collecting and rereading them since. The Betsy-Tacy books are for younger readers, while the high school years will delight readers from middle school on. The high school years (and beyond) starts with Heaven to Betsy and chronicles Betsy Ray and her crowd's parties, studying, dating, and family life in early twentieth century Minnesota. The charming illustrations give added dimension to the books, all of which are charming and entertaining. I loved these books so much that when I went across country many years ago, I visited Mankato, which is the real life Deep Valley, along with Plum Creek, of Laura Ingalls Wilder fame. These are on par with the Little House books.
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    Home To Harmony 01 Harmony by Philip Gulley
    Reina, February 26, 2007
    This series is laugh out loud funny. All the books are entertaining and have a great cast of characters, who you will want to read about, even those who make you (and the other characters) cringe.
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    At Home In Mitford 01 Mitford Series by Jan Karon
    Reina, February 26, 2007
    I have read this series a few times and find all the books enjoyable, though sometimes a bit ponderous. I am not Christian, but I often read Christian fiction because I like "gentle" fiction. If you are like me, I would read Miss Read (start with Village School or Thrush Green) first, then go to Jan Karon, if you don't mind the occasional bit of preachiness.
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    The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by McCall Smith, Alexander
    Reina, February 26, 2007
    This series is fantastic. Precious is someone you want to know, someone to turn to in good or unhappy times. Reading these books helps me keep a grounded perspective about life as well as entertaining and amusing me.
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    Village School by Miss Read
    Reina, February 26, 2007
    Miss Read is perhaps my favorite author. Her Fairacre and Thrush Green series are books I can read again and again and always find something to amuse and delight. This is the first in the Fairacre series about "Miss Read," a schoolmistress in the small English village of Fairacre. These books are "gentle" reads without being sentimental or maudlin; the author writes with wit and keen insight into character.
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    Penderwicks 01 Penderwicks A Summer Tale of Four Sisters Two Rabbits & a Very Interesting Boy by Jeanne Birdsall
    Reina, February 26, 2007
    I couldn't put down this charming book, which should be enjoyed by ages 9-90! I am hoping for a sequel, as I was almost sad to come to the end.
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    Rumpole & The Reign Of Terror by John Mortimer
    Reina, February 02, 2007
    John Mortimer's Rumpole never fails to amuse and entertain! This latest book continues the tradition as Rumpole uses his wit, wiles, and trademark defense of the principles of English justice to free a man wrongly accused of terrorism. Knowing this is happening today only sharpens the satire always found in Rumpole books. A funny, smart, quick read.
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    The Country of the Pointed Firs by Sarah Orne Jewett
    Reina, February 02, 2007
    Jewett's book should be considered one of the great works of American literature. I read it every year and it never fails to be entertaining, soothing, and emotionally evocative, all in a very quiet way. Some consider it only as regional fiction, but it is in every way as great a work, perhaps better, than you will find on any American Lit. course list. Please read this book!
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    Tiger On A Tree by Anushka Ravishankar
    Reina, February 02, 2007
    This is one of my son's favorites (he is 2). It is a charming, rhythmic book which you won't mind reading over and over...also look for the author's One,Two,Tree!
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