Category Archives: Book recommendations

World’s Columbian Exposition

Posted on February 2, 2015 by rhondakalkwarf

Ever since I read Erik Larson’s book, The Devil in the White City, I’ve been fascinated by the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893, the World’s Columbian Exposition. The book is the story of the fair interleaved with a murder mystery … Continue reading →

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2015 Reading Challenge

Posted on January 5, 2015 by rhondakalkwarf

It makes me happy that my Kindle is filled with lots of books I plan to read. Most were chosen on a whim. Some were recommended by friends or colleagues, some were recommended by Amazon and some were free with … Continue reading →

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Books I Love

Posted on September 8, 2014 by rhondakalkwarf

I love the books I read. I’m always in the middle of a few books. I read real books and eBooks and I listen to audio books. Now, I read a lot of memoirs, but I’ve always appreciated a good … Continue reading →

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Eating Locally

Posted on April 12, 2012 by rhondakalkwarf

My new book arrived yesterday. I bought a book, a real book. I don’t buy many books anymore. If you are a regular visitor to this space, you know I love my Kindle. I read voraciously and a Kindle is … Continue reading →

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Hello world!

Posted on April 14, 2011 by rhondakalkwarf

Today I’m launching my first blog. I’m very excited to be making my entrance into the online world. I’m also nervous about the commitment to blog on a regular basis. First things first A little about me. I’m a personal … Continue reading →

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