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Book of the Week for November 22, 2019

The Steep & Thorny Way by Cat Winters

A re-interpretation of Hamlet that incorporates the power of the Ku Klux Klan in 1920s Oregon.

Book of the Week for November 17, 2019

Carrie And Me by Carol Burnett

The actress's daughter triumphs over drug addiction, emerges into a reputable performer/playwright, and–then–dies of lung cancer at 38.

Abigail & John Artfully Tells Engaging True Life Story Of Historical Couple

Author David Bruce Smith, and world-renowned artist, Clarice Smith, have collaborated on a compelling, historical biography of Abigail and John...

Book of the Week for November 08, 2019

Cold Sassy Tree by Olive Ann Burns

In 1906, a Southern widower of three weeks elopes with a woman half his age, and rattles the town.

Abigail & John, The Inaugural Book Of The Grateful American Book Series, Is Now Available

A new children’s picture book, written by David Bruce Smith and illustrated by Clarice Smith, tells the story of America’s...

Book of the Week for November 03, 2019

Poor Richard’s Almanack by Benjamin Franklin

Wit and wisdom from America’s Leonardo; first published in 1732.

Book of the Week for October 25, 2019

Rosa Parks: My Story by Rosa Parks and Jim Haskins

Detroit and Montgomery; busing and boycotts; Mother of a Movement.

Book of the Week for October 18, 2019

Author And Agent by Michael Kreyling

Thirty-three years of business matters, career shaping, friendship–and affection.

Book of the Week for October 13, 2019

Growing Up With My Grandfather by Clifton Truman Daniel

Clifton Truman Daniel’s GROWING UP WITH MY GRANDFATHER: MEMORIES OF HARRY S. TRUMAN; reminiscences.

Abigail & John: American History Profoundly Portrayed In A Children’s Book

Listen to ACTA's Higher Ed interview about Abigail & John, the new children's book written by David Bruce Smith and...

Book of the Week for October 06, 2019

Delights And Prejudices by James Beard

One hundred fifty meals wrapped around memories.

Book of the Week for September 30, 2019

Murder On The Orient Express by Agatha Christie

Death among the wealthy on a luxurious train.