Arts & Entertainment - Oct. 15, 2009
Books you wouldn't think I'd love
Back in my old life there were years in which I'd read 75 books. And like a dork, I kept a list of them all. I still keep the list, more out of habit than anything else, but the numbers are considerably less impressive. Looking at it recently, I was surprised at the books that struck the deepest chords.
Tags: James Barke, Elsa Morante, fiction, George Friel, Maria Tarditi, The Land of the leal, A Glasgow Trilogy, novels, La vita non e' uno scherzo

Milwaukee Buzz - Aug. 21, 2008
OnMilwaukee.com Recommends: Aug. 21, 2008
We focus on the simple pleasures this week: An interesting biography about a favorite author; a new way to listen to your music library (and your friends', too) and a satisfying bowl of classic Milwaukee chili.
Tags: real chili, simplify media, iphone, verve, forth, cheesecake factory, guacamole, elsa morante, woman of rome, lily tuck, midwest airlines mastercard, rewards network dining

Milwaukee Buzz - Dec. 27, 2007
OMC Recommends: Cool stuff we like right now
There is no post-holiday letdown in the editorial office this week. We're talking about a cool kids' toy, a tasty appetizer, an epic novel and CDs by "rediscovered" artists.
Tags: history, elsa morante, land of the leal, james barke, bjork, vespertine, great northern bbq co., fats domino, goin' home