Gossip is an art. It does not have to be cruel, demeaning or malicious. In fact, it can be fun if used in a kind way. For some people it is the only form of communication that brings pleasure. And while gossip has developed a bad rap, talking and listening is a two-way street. We have as much a need to be heard as to listen. One elderly woman advises her granddaughter that a husband who listens to his wife is worth his weight in tacos. This book contains gossip-based short stories from several authors. As one of them points out, If you have nothing good to say, then "don't say nothing at...
Gossip is an art. It does not have to be cruel, demeaning or malicious. In fact, it can be fun if used in a kind way. For some people it is the only f...
CHICKEN BEAKS: GROWING UP HISPANIC, tells a story about family, religion, and values. The setting is northern New Mexico during the late 1950's and early 60's. Told in first person, using dialogue sprinkled with Spanish, each event comes alive as told through the eyes of a child. Every chapter has an underlying lesson mixing humor, love and drama. Though Hispanic in flavor, the vignettes have universal appeal. Portions have appeared in Reminisce and Sun magazines.
This book is written for older children and adults. Hispanics account for 35.3 million people in the...
CHICKEN BEAKS: GROWING UP HISPANIC, tells a story about family, religion, and values. The setting is northern New Mexico during the late 19...
