Author Archives: Elysha Schickel
RM Book Lounge – The Submission by Amy Waldman
I know exactly where I was and what I was doing on 9/11, and it’s unlikely I’ll ever forget. Many books have been written on the subject, but Amy Waldman’s novel takes a different approach. The story surrounds the choosing … read more
RM Book Lounge – The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
I’m not quite finished reading The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks but I can tell you that I was hooked within the first 20 pages. This true story explores the legacy of a woman whose tumor cells, taken without her … read more
RM Book Lounge – The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom
The Kitchen House is a gripping novel that pulled on my heart – I actually read it in one sitting (thank goodness I was on vacation)! Kathleen Grissom writes of a young girl, Lavinia, caught between two worlds… As a … read more
RM Music Feature – Goodbye from California by Lindsey Ray
In my music collection, I have albums that I can play anytime, anywhere, in any situation. “Goodbye from California” could easily fit into that group, as it is both upbeat and soothing, with lyrics that speak to you! “Goodbye from … read more
