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Betsy Craig began her career in the little Kansas town Spring Water where as a young reporter she quickly learned that small town mentality and the 'good old boy' syndrome was alive, well and going to cause her trouble. Betsy's boss Bob Parker is unreasonable in his firing of Betsy because a local rowdy muttered a swear word into the open mic during an interview. Parker tells Betsy that were she a man the incident would never have taken place. When Betsy seeks legal recourse she finds herself facing a brick wall and decides to leave Kansas for the opportunities she hopes will be greater in Pennsylvania.

Fourteen years pass and Dr Craig, Professor at Mountain View University is up for tenure. Betsy has taught journalism and broadcasting at the school for six years, has begun a growing relationship with the Dean of English, Todd Baker and feels her life is on a positive track. She is aghast when the retention Committee turn down her tenure because her immediate boss Dr Steve Harding has not sent a letter supporting tenure for Betsy.

Betsy is dismayed to learn that Steve's supervisor Dean Chambers is determined to get rid of her and has put pressure on Steve to withhold his support for her. Betsy suspects that her relationship with Todd may be part of the underlying cause for what has happened. Chambers' secretary is a woman who would like to continue the relationship she and Todd enjoyed prior to Betsy. As if this were not enough Betsy is soon scrutinized because of attention she receives from ROTC director Mike Kelly.

Mountain View is a borough steeped in its heritage. Many of the citizens have lived in the area for generations and make themselves part of every segment of the Community. The town is controlled by The Founders and Betsy is not welcomed by several of the more puissant of the present day family members. From the outright maneuvering of Anna to machination of supposed friend Steve Harding Betsy learns that she is being forced out. Back in Kansas she chose to leave and find another job. At that time Betsy decided that life is like a hard boiled egg. At times we must just eat a little shell along with the good stuff. Here in Pennsylvania she decides to stay and fight. Betsy is a might wary: her last foray against discrimination was not a success.

Gives the reader a glimpse into the lives of many small communities run by the descendants of the founders where rumor mongering, willful incompetents and downright ugly people hold sway over others. We are led to realize that the fine line between victim and victor may be mighty thin.

Filled with intense imagery and absorbing characters sure to keep the reader turning pages A Mouth Full of Shell is a well wrought work showing some of the problems to be encountered by a determined woman in a male dominated, tight knit world. Writer Gotsch has produced characters who are well developed, often not very likeable and very convincing. Betsy has to be tough, she is a sympathetic character the reader can empathize with as she struggles to take charge of her own life.

A Mouth Full of Shell will grip the reader from the first line and carry along on a worrisome ride to the final paragraph as we grapple with the unfairness often facing Betsy. It is not a book for everyone, those who do not care for a feminist viewpoint, or think that 'good old boy rule' is best will not care for the work. Discerning readers who do enjoy a well wrought tale filled with a bit of social message, nicely crafted settings and characters, vibrant dialogue at times hard hitting and gritty and a strong woman who does win in the end will find the book to their taste.

Reviewed by: molly martin

Betsy Craig began her career in the little Kansas town Spring Water where as a young reporter she quickly learned that small town mentality and the 'good old boy' syndrome was alive, well and going to cause her trouble. Betsy's boss Bob Parker is unreasonable in his firing of Betsy because a local rowdy muttered a swear word into the open mic during an interview. Parker tells Betsy that were she a man the incident would never have taken place. When Betsy seeks legal recourse she finds herself facing a brick wall and decides to leave Kansas for the opportunities she hopes will be greater in Pennsylvania.

Fourteen years pass and Dr Craig, Professor at Mountain View University is up for tenure. Betsy has taught journalism and broadcasting at the school for six years, has begun a growing relationship with the Dean of English, Todd Baker and feels her life is on a positive track. She is aghast when the retention Committee turn down her tenure because her immediate boss Dr Steve Harding has not sent a letter supporting tenure for Betsy.

Betsy is dismayed to learn that Steve's supervisor Dean Chambers is determined to get rid of her and has put pressure on Steve to withhold his support for her. Betsy suspects that her relationship with Todd may be part of the underlying cause for what has happened. Chambers' secretary is a woman who would like to continue the relationship she and Todd enjoyed prior to Betsy. As if this were not enough Betsy is soon scrutinized because of attention she receives from ROTC director Mike Kelly.

Mountain View is a borough steeped in its heritage. Many of the citizens have lived in the area for generations and make themselves part of every segment of the Community. The town is controlled by The Founders and Betsy is not welcomed by several of the more puissant of the present day family members. From the outright maneuvering of Anna to machination of supposed friend Steve Harding Betsy learns that she is being forced out. Back in Kansas she chose to leave and find another job. At that time Betsy decided that life is like a hard boiled egg. At times we must just eat a little shell along with the good stuff. Here in Pennsylvania she decides to stay and fight. Betsy is a might wary: her last foray against discrimination was not a success.

Gives the reader a glimpse into the lives of many small communities run by the descendants of the founders where rumor mongering, willful incompetents and downright ugly people hold sway over others. We are led to realize that the fine line between victim and victor may be mighty thin.

Filled with intense imagery and absorbing characters sure to keep the reader turning pages A Mouth Full of Shell is a well wrought work showing some of the problems to be encountered by a determined woman in a male dominated, tight knit world. Writer Gotsch has produced characters who are well developed, often not very likeable and very convincing. Betsy has to be tough, she is a sympathetic character the reader can empathize with as she struggles to take charge of her own life.

A Mouth Full of Shell will grip the reader from the first line and carry along on a worrisome ride to the final paragraph as we grapple with the unfairness often facing Betsy. It is not a book for everyone, those who do not care for a feminist viewpoint, or think that 'good old boy rule' is best will not care for the work. Discerning readers who do enjoy a well wrought tale filled with a bit of social message, nicely crafted settings and characters, vibrant dialogue at times hard hitting and gritty and a strong woman who does win in the end will find the book to their taste.

Reviewed by: molly martin

"A Mouth Full Of Shell" starts out with Betsy Craig's life 14 years earlier in the town of Spring Water, Kansas. Betsy was a young reporter working a story for a sports event, when the unthinkable happens. A hard nosed troublemaker speaks the fearful F word in the microphone for all the world to hear. Betsy's boss, Bob Parker, fires her, deciding that because she was a woman, she was not capable of handling the job, citing that if she were a man, this would have never happened. Betsy tries to take legal action, but finds the odds are against her. She leaves to pursue her career elsewhere.

The story takes up with Betsy living in Mountain View, Pennsylvania. She is now Dr. Craig and a Professor at the Mountain View University. Betsy is up for tenure and this is where her problems begin as she awaits her letter from the Communication Personnel Committee.
Mountain View is a town that is bundled in heritage. Its people have been there for generations and make their presence known in all aspects of the Community. From Professors, to Judges and right down the line; the town is controlled by the Founders. Betsy is not seen as a welcome addition to their Community by several of the more powerful family members. One, in particular is Anna, who has a deep dislike for Betsy and who will stop at nothing to see her driven out of town. All good stories need an evil figure, and Anna fits this bill quite nicely. Of course those who Betsy thinks are friends may not be as favorable to her as she hopes. Let's take Dr. Steve Harding and his wife Ellen. Betsy had counted on his vote for her tenure, so why has he reneged? Certainly he could not be in cohorts with Dean Chambers in wanting Betsy gone. Could he? And if so why? And what was he promised in return? Ellen seems nice enough and appears to like Betsy, or does she? Perhaps her future and her comforts are more important than doing what is right concerning Betsy. The plot thickens!

Ms. Gotsch weaves into her story a love life for Betsy, although there is question just whom she will end up with, right to the end of the story. I'm still wondering! Will it be the handsome Todd Baker, who is both a Professor and colleague of hers? Of course, if she should choose to be with him, she will have to deal with the troublesome Susie Kugel, who also has her sites on Todd.
Or perhaps the distinguished ROTC Instructor Mike Kelly... indeed she seems to have caught his fancy. But just who is the secret military man that Betsy turned down that night and what did he teach her about love and life? You'll have to read this novel to find out.

I'll tell you this much, Betsy does not run away from this fight. But is she able to win against an entire town? Or will she have to abandon her dreams and again seek employment elsewhere? A Mouth Full Of Shell is a good read, especially for women.

Michelle meets a movie star and didn't know that she was a movie star and all sorts of trouble happens. It was an excellent book.

I really like the book, because I think it's really cool that Michelle met a Movie Star on the beach and didn't even recognize her until she got home. It shows that movie stars are real people just like the rest of us. I would love to be a movie star.

I enjoy the Full House Michelle books very much and own many and check many out from the local libary. Keep writing them Ms. Dubowski. I look forward to my summer vacation so I will have more time to read them. I am sorry they took new shows of Full House of the air on TV. Megan

Michelle could kick herself! While she was away on vacation, she met Natalie Campbell!-- a big time movie star-- and she didn't even know it! But Michelle gets another chance. Natalie's coming to Michelle's for the weekend, and Michelle decides to throw a huge fancy party for her! She makes sure everything is perfect-- from the incredible food to her cool new outfit. What could go wrong? Plenty!

This is the only good White Wolf novel that I've read so far. It is VERY enjoyable! I have to admit, I had no interest in Changeling before reading this, but now my interest has been piqued. The writing is great, the story is compelling and is set in Toronto (one of my favorite cities in the world!) After having read this, I'm dying to go back there (I even bought a MAP of the city to follow along where the characters went in certain parts of the book!) Kudos, Don Bassingthwaite!!!

As all WoD Vampire books, it contains plots and subplots, intrigue and backstabbing. I usually dislike Changeling a lot, but the mix of Vampires and Changelings in this book is awesome. If you like the WoD series, all I can say is: READ IT!! :)

I really liked the book a lot. It was refreshing to see a couple queer characters, and really great to watch the interactions between the changeling, vampire and mage communities.

This is an entertaining read for adults and kids alike. The author makes some important points about the constant need for friendship, loyalty and compassion. He draws a beautiful portrait of childhood innocence and fun!

I find "Oreo And Braun: XOB, The Full Circle Quest" to be very entertaining and thought provoking; not to mention that it is adventurous fun! The story is well written and is definitely an attention holder! I could not wait to read the next chapter after finishing reading the previous chapter!

"Oreo And Braun: XOB, The Full Circle Quest" reflects true feelings of people who I have encountered during my lifetime and who I have read about. It is delicately written while driving home some very important points.

This story is definitely a story I will share with the younger readers in my world!

Robin MacBlane

I can't wait to see if it gets made into a movie. I love to read Sci-Fi and this feed my appetite and was able to share it with my daughter.

I'm looking for a sequel to buy!

Here's thirty-two pages of museum-quality playtime with America's Sweetheart! You can dress four different Shirley Temple figures in a huge assortment of dresses, overalls, party clothes, and my special favorite -- a sailor costume.

If you've never seen paper dolls from Dover Publications, you are in for a real treat. The quality is outstanding, and no Shirley Temple fan should resist at this modest price.

Recommended!

Now, this doll is so close to the orginal I smiled when I got her. I'm going to have to keep these put up and away from the grands, they are my paper dolls.

I looked for Shirley Temple paperdolls in the store with no success. I was so excited to find the Boston Museum paper dolls. The paperdolls are just great. After watching Shirley Temple films with my grandaughter for years - we now can play together and act out different movies. It's so much fun to see her face light up when she plays with the paperdolls.

We love changing the dresses. This is such an inexpensive but "hours of fun" gift. I'm going to buy the other paper dolls that are for sale. Hope more will be made!!

FOR A CLASSICAL MUSIC LOVER, THIS IS A REALIZATION OF A DREAM, TO HAVE IN YOUR HANDS THE WORK OF RICHARD WAGNER. WHEN YOU FOLLOW THE MUSIC READING THE SCORE, YOUR EXPERIENCE OF MUSIC IS COMPLETE! THIS BOOK HAS THE CORE OF THE WAGNERIAN WORK,- HIS MOST IMPORTANT PRELUDES TO HIS LEGENDARY OPERAS-.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO THE SERIOUS CLASSICAL MUSIC LOVERS, FULFILL YOUR MUSICAL EXPERIENCE, ENJOY COMPLETELY THE MAGNIFICENT WAGNER MUSIC,READING THIS NEAT EDITION OF THE MAIN WAGNER'S PRELUDES.

Contains Rienzi, Der Fliegende Hollander, Tannhauser, and Die Meistersinger overtures, as well as Lohengrin, Tristan und Isolde, and Parsifal preludes. Great works. Most of the engraving is quite clear, with the exception of Rienzi, which looks like a grainy photocopy (at times difficult to distinguish between natural and sharp accidentals, etc.). All in all, a wonderful resource.

Contains Rienzi, Der Fliegende Hollander, Tannhauser, and Die Meistersinger overtures, as well as Lohengrin, Tristan und Isolde, and Parsifal preludes. Great works. Most of the engraving is quite clear, with the exception of Rienzi, which looks like a grainy photocopy (at times difficult to distinguish between natural and sharp accidentals, etc.). All in all, a wonderful resource.

How could one NOT become a Christian after reading this? Lots of information about what actually happened! A must read!

"Thanks" for send my book on time and in "New" condition. If you love the Lord Jesus Christ then this book is a "Must" to have in your life.

This book has given me an entirely new perspective on what Jesus went through to pay for our salvation. Rick Renner has taught me so many things I didn't know about those last hours of Jesus' life. But it's not just knowledge about Jesus to know that you receive from this book -- it's lessons to live by. Each chapter ends with profound "Think About It" questions that truly make you think about how Jesus' choices and actions during His last days personally apply to your own life. I highly recommend this book to anyone who desires a deeper walk with the Master.

Lisa Tawn Bergren is one of my favorite authors.
I highly recommendthis book. I'd give it more stars if
I could.

I absolutely loved Pathways. I couldn't put it down. It is one of my favorite books from Lisa Tawn Bergren. She is an awesome writer. I highly suggest buying this book or any of her other's.

The Alaska setting for this book is wonderful. The descriptions of just the place itself made me long to go. In this beautiful setting, a love that begins in childhood and is renewed every five years is born and grows. A great read for the Christian romantic!

Full Score is what it is. Well printed. I follow the score with the CD and it's right on.

About this great composer of twenty century, and your magnificent work, only i can say thank you, Mr. Igor Stravinsky for you born; is your music an inspiration for all composers on the world.

To feel powerful type music of this type to go naked into wooded mountain slopes without any pudding. This is to run with the birds!! I feel this music rubs into the soul with woodchips and cedar branches. tenthousand times I listen to this while my sister howl out loud and the tenthousandth time I also howl. The spirit of spiders is in my palm and I run it through my hair and straighten my lapel while performing an awkward little dance step. If read music is music read then red music is music red but I see red when otto take away my music. You try listening to this music without no music! Not easy eh? sometime soul cry out for release and this is like that without any of the other or maybe a little bit but not a whole lot of the other and then you body go this is very good and you mind think this is very good and you soul know too that this is very good and you move your feet and walk to otto's house and go THIS IS VERY GOOD! again I say this is very good.i go now.

This book is inspirational. It has a fantastic array of visually stunning decorative images. I only wish I had bought the book with the CD option.

Wonderful book! A must have for all artists and craftsmen, this book features colorful ornaments throughout history, covering most major periods and styles. As an artist I found it very inspiring and handy. All the designs are easily copied and can be reused in any project you choose. My own copy, which I own for a few years, still looks new and fresh thanks to the quality of the paper and printing. If you buy this book and find it useful, you can also get 'The grammar of ornament' by Owen Jones, which is very similar in concept, content and quality. However, Racinet's book is higher on my list.

Wonderful book! A must have for all artists and craftsmen, this book features colorful ornaments throughout history, covering most major periods and styles. As an artist I found it very inspiring and handy. All the designs are easily copied and can be reused in any project you choose. My own copy, which I own for a few years, still looks new and fresh thanks to the quality of the paper and printing. If you buy this book and find it useful, you can also get 'The grammar of ornament' by Owen Jones, which is very similar in concept, content and quality. However, Racinet's book is higher on my list.