Cappucino at Podgorica is a second collection of short stories by Dr. David Holcombe. It moves from the sunny hills of California, to the rugged mountains of Montenegro, with many intriguing places in between. Various aspects of the human heart are explored with a curiosity and precision that delights and amuses. There is even some lagniappe (a little extra), four stories in translation for the international audience (Bulgarian, Czech, French and Italian). Come join the fun and explore the world through the eyes of the a humanistic doctor.

"MENDEL'S GARDEN: SELECTED MEDICAL TOPICS" contains a collection of short non-fiction texts covering a wide variety of medical issues. Dr. Holcombe intends each short text for the lay audience, and there are consequently no rigorous references as would be found in scientific publications. Instead, the topics are intended to introduce the average reader to a number of current issues that affect the public, from cancer to Cyclospora and from contingency fees to health care costs. While understanding that medical publication are out of date before they are published, there should still be...