Wed, Dec 7
6:00 - 8:00 PM
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Christmas Fiesta!!! |
Friends and merriment! Food and drink! Four Fabulous Authors!
New York Times best-selling author Robert Dugoni shares his latest legal thriller; Morgan Fraser shares food and wine-pairings; Czechoslovakian Milan Heger writes about the art of freedom; and Michael Mitchell reveals the real story of the man who puts on the red suit and says Ho-Ho-Ho.
 Murder One by Robert Dugoni
New York Times bestselling author Robert Dugoni delivers another gripping legal thriller in his popular David Sloane series. The case? Defending the woman he loves against a charge of murder.
Although still haunted by the devastating murder of his wife, attorney David Sloane meets a woman whose passion for justice reminds him of his own. Barclay is suffering from her own personal tragedy—the death of her teenage daughter from a drug overdose. In the aftermath, Barclay has begun an intense crusade against the Russian drug traffickers. But when a Russian drug dealer turns up dead, Barclay stands accused of murder, and Sloane is her chosen defender. Sloane finds himself once again in harm’s way, while mounting evidence suggests that Barclay is a woman with many secrets and may not be quite as innocent as she seems.
 With his signature fast-paced, page-turning action and exhilarating plot twists, Robert Dugoni once again proves why he's so often been named the heir to Grisham’s literary throne.
"Dugoni's fourth legal thriller, the best yet in the series" — Publishers Weekly
"Dugoni has ... claimed his own position on the A-list. A must read for fans of courtroom drama from Grisham to Turow." — Booklist
"the suspense really ratchets up ... Tight plotting and well-developed characters push Dugoni to the head of the legal thriller pack in what is probably his finest book to date." — Library Journal
"With Murder One Robert Dugoni creates more twists and turns than a road in the Cascade Mountains. For readers who love detailed police work and spot-on courtroom drama, this is the book to look for. He'll keep you guessing right till the end." — Elizabeth George
Robert Dugoni practiced law for seventeen years. He is a two-time winner of the Pacific Northwest Writers Association Literary Contest and a New York Times bestselling author. He lives with his wife and two children in the Pacific Northwest.
 Savoring Leavenworth by Morgan Fraser
Savoring Leavenworth, a wine-pairing cookbook from our own Wenatchee River Valley.
Morgan Fraser follows up her exquisite Savoring Chelan, with her latest release—Savoring Leavenworth, a wine-pairing cookbook for Leavenworth and the Wenatchee River Valley. Savoring Leavenworth pairs wines from the Leavenworth area with recipes from local chefs and cooks, winery owners and winemakers. Again enlisting the help of photographer Richard Uhlhorn and watercolor artist Kerry Siderius, Fraser's  new release showcases all new recipes paired with area wines. Fraser thanks Joanne and Alex Saliby and many other local chefs and winemakers for their expertise and contributions.
 Buy a SIGNED copy of Savoring Leavenworth - $34.95
 The Art of Freedom by Milan Heger
Growing up in Slovakia in the 1960's, a naturally gifted artist finds his dreams of attending art school dashed. Unbroken, he reads restricted books and finds ways to pursue his art, finally coming to the realization that without freedom, art cannot thrive. Loosely based on the author's real life, The Art of Freedom offers a glimpse into growing up in a totalitarian regime where creativity is discouraged but not easily killed. It is a story of the undying human spirit, the courage to pursue your dreams, and the power of art to transcend and eventually provide the ultimate freedom.
"I have always been inspired by Milan Heger's creativity both as a fine artist and architect... brilliantly and with touching humanity portrays how art can be a key to multiple aspects of freedom." — Patricia Cameron, Curator Patricia Cameron Gallery
 "A life painted with dark and light. An artistic journey where youth prevails over the shackles of the iron curtain and love lost is found again. This novel could easily become a cinematic masterpiece." — Stephen McGehee, Director of Photography Los Angeles, CA
"A magical journey of an unusually talented artist, who experienced two very different political systems...The book masterfully invites the reader to join the artist on his cultural journey." — Evgeniy Voronin, Magician
Milan Heger was born in Czechoslovakia during the Cold War era. His ambitions to explore faraway places had to be put on hold until 1991, when Milan and his family moved to the free world. Milan’s life revolves around art and design. He writes regularly about art and architecture, contributing to national magazines and blogs. An avid tennis player and bike rider, Milan loves to spend his free time in the amazing outdoors of the Pacific North West. Learn more at: http://www.theartoffreedombook.com.
 Buy a SIGNED copy of The Art of Freedom - $15.95
The Two Sides of Santa by Michael Mitchell
We’ve probably all seen a jovial Santa Ho-Ho-Ho-ing at the shopping mall. We’re less likely to know the commercial side: how Santa is used for marketing. Millions of dollars ride on Santa "debriefing sessions." You may be surprised to learn that Santas are chosen more for their ability to remember and retain information than their jolly demeanor.
 Follow Tom, a normal hard working father who needs to make a few extra dollars for Christmas. He applies for a Santa position at a well known department store and after being accepted to go through the training phase, quickly learns that there is much more involved than just saying Ho Ho Ho.
Michael D. Mitchell served eight years in the USAF, including a tour in Vietnam, and spent the majority of his working career in the insurance industry. He currently lives in Leavenworth, Washington with his two dachshunds, Cinnamon Von Strudel and Ginger Von Snapp. The Two Sides of Santa is Mike's fourth published book. His previous publications include Sunrise 47, the true story of his bicycle ride across America, The Cinnamon Von Strudel Story, and The Harem Trafficker.
 Buy a SIGNED copy of The Two Sides of Santa - $11.95
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