When I sat down to watch David Foster: Off the Record, I was hoping that, since the film was about a successful record producer, it was …
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Everyone Needs An Editor
Recently I was hired to provide feedback on a client’s novel. Before he sent me the manuscript, we were both very clear about what he was …
Fleet’s Top Ten Board Books
Happy November! Since everyone loves lists (ok, I love lists) I thought I would start the new month off with a list of Fleet’s top ten board …
The Tender Bar
Last month I wrote about Andre Agassi’s memoir, Open. In my review, I mention a few major themes: 1) He hates tennis but no one believes …
Six Things Becoming A Parent Has Taught Me
My mother was my first friend. People love to say that they have known someone “since day one.” In reality, my mom is the only person who …
Andre Agassi’s “Open”
From page one. Literally page one, paragraph three, Andre Agassi admits he hates tennis. His hatred of the sport that made him arguably one …
Almost Famous Turns Twenty
Twenty years ago this month, Almost Famous hit theaters and my best friend and I bought tickets anticipating an extraordinary movie. As soon …
Van Halen Rising
“In light of heavy metal’s perennial popularity, it’s easy to forget that the abrasive musical form was on the ropes in 1978.” That’s a hell …
Social Media Challenges Need A Revamp
Don’t get me wrong – I very much appreciate the women in my life, I support Black Lives Matter, and photos are one of the main reasons I’m …
The Allure of Laurel Canyon
While folk music is not my favorite genre, there are plenty of Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Buffalo Springfield, Doors, Mamas and the Papas, …
