Monthly Archives: July 2026

Pollan, Michael. A World Appears. Penguin, 2026. NF 7/26. If you’ve ever written a book that wasn’t a great publishing success you will understand my envy of writers like Pollan. I’m sure it was envy that prompted me in my … Continue reading →

July 2026 We had heard nothing but excited praise for the food in this new restaurant. It’s operated by Jeff Barringer and Danise Lofstrom whose Bruinwood Distillery nearby has been turning out craft liquors since 2018. Don’t expect an experience … Continue reading →

Lanchester, John. Look What You Made Me Do. Norton, New York, 2026. F; 6/26. “As every grown up in the world knows unexpected things happen all the time.” (John Lanchester) The two books by this author (I.O.U.:Why Everyone Owes Everyone … Continue reading →