New Releases by Susan Patterson

The Mother-Daughter Book Club is Susan and James Patterson's new novel, the follow-up to Things I Wish I Told My Mother—the New York Times bestselling, book club favorite praised novel. “An entertaining book ... As friends talk books, hopes, dreams … and dishy revelations … it’s romantic love—both old and new … that drive[s] the story forward.” —Kirkus Reviews Between their busy lives and their far-flung residences, the Mother-Daughter Book Club—four longtime college friends and their five daughters—more often discuss the books on their nightstands via 2 a.m. texts than in-person meetings. And maybe it’s just as well, after what happened at their last get-together ... So it’s an emotional reunion when they finally gather again, this time on the spectacular shores of Italy’s Lake Como. Sightseeing excursions, reminiscing fueled by “Como-politans,” and a hint of vacation romance all build toward the book club’s trademark “Night of Secrets.” These friends, and sometime rivals, are close readers—of novels, memoirs, and of each other. But as the years and the distance cast shadows and doubt, confidences and sympathies turn into surprising revelations.

Liz and Laurie are mother and daughter, but they couldn't be more different. Laurie is a free spirit whose creative career is about to reach new heights. Her mother Liz is a world-renowned doctor, and everything in her life has always been just so. But when Laurie gets an unexpected call, she decides to take her mother away on a trip to Paris and Norway. As they explore Europe together, Laurie finally starts opening up to her mother. Will unburdening themselves of the secrets that have kept them apart bring them closer together? Things I Wish I Told My Mother is the emotional, irresistible and uplifting story of a mother and daughter separated by secrets and brought together by love.

An artist and her perfectionist mother unpack a lifetime of secrets while on vacation in Paris in this moving novel—perfect for fans of One Italian Summer. A mother and daughter on vacation in Paris unpack a lifetime of secrets and hopes—with a giant Pattersonian twist at the end! Every daughter has her own distinctive voice, her inimitable style, and her secrets. Laurie is an artist, a collector of experiences. She travels the world with a worn beige duffel bag. Every mother has her own distinctive voice, her inimitable style, and her secrets. “Dr. Liz,” Laurie’s mother, is an elegant perfectionist who travels the world with a matched set of suitcases. When Laurie surprises her mother with a dream vacation, it brings an unexpected sparkle to her eyes. So begins Things I Wish I Told My Mother. You will wish this novel never ends.

Heart to Heart Considered Sentiments for Tea Time is a collection of thoughts and verses not only suitable for tea time, but it is a book of sensibilities that are suitable for a life time. Just as special blends of tea contain delicious subtleties of taste, this book contains intriguing subtleties of insight and wisdom. Susan Patterson (aka Earlene Grey) writes of everyday life, sometimes lifting it to the spiritual, and sometimes grounding it to the practical. Heart to Heart is presented in a series of small trilogies. Each set of pages contains two Earleneisms (or "tea sips" as some like to say) and one poem. On the surface one might think that they are not connected. But if one considers and ponders a moment, the nuances of the message will come through. In addition, each reader may discover his or her own personal message, but after all, isn't that the point of poetry?

Forty two Oregon poets join their voices together for ecological, social, political, and economic justice.

Kids are never too young to start learning! With big, fun-to-say words for every letter of the alphabet, this book will deliver read-aloud laughs while teaching something new to both parent and child. Do you know your gnashnabb from your widdershins' When was the last time you saw something orchidaceous or dolichopodous' Learn all these sophisticated words and more in this brilliant picture book by bestselling authors James and Susan Patterson! With bright, imaginative artwork by Hsinping Pan, each word offers a definition and pronunciation to give your little genius-and you!-the most impressive vocabulary ever. Includes a list of extra words in the back for further learning.

Axolotes, chinchillas, and sugar gliders -- oh my! This charming illustrated follow-up to the bestselling Big Words for Little Geniuses spotlights the world's oddest and cutest animals. From sloths to spoonbills and panda ants to pangolins, little geniuses will love learning about all of the unusual, adorable animals that live on this planet. More than 50 little-known flyers, swimmers, and crawlers are included in this book, whimsically illustrated by artist Hsinping Pan. Cuddly Critters for Little Geniuses will remind you that nature contains many wonders -- and these cute and curious creatures are no exception!

The ABCs get a fun twist in this New York Times bestselling picture book that joyfully teaches wondrous big words to curious learners. This clever picture book by James and Susan Patterson is filled with amazing A-to-Z art, sophisticated words, and definitions for young logophiles (word lovers!). This is the perfect gift for the little ones in your life with "bibliomania," who will appreciate the "juxtaposition" of impressive words and bright, beautiful illustrations. Includes a list of extra words in the back for further learning. Delightfully whimsical artwork by artist Hsinping Pan brings these big words to life. This early foray into learning is a rollicking read-aloud and tons of fun for all ages.

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Want to eat healthy, gluten free and organic but think it's too expensive or takes too long? Then this is the book for you! The book outlines a routine that includes hearty meals so that busy people on a budget can make living a healthier lifestyle work. You will learn many time saving tips and how to adapt your favorite casseroles, meatloafs, etc. so that they are acid/alkaline balanced as acidic diets contribute to many health problems. In addition, you will learn how to cook low sugar, dairy and gluten free. There are many money saving tips, like how to make Kombucha, grass fed yogurt and organic dog biscuits that repel fleas, all for 50 cents a serving. The book also includes toxic free cleaning products and skin care. One of the themes of the book is to eat in a way for a more just world which includes using slave free food products and being responsible for our environment. This is the kind of book that will inspire you to want to share with others as the information is invaluable. Here's to good health!