Rereading a novel can bring different expectations from when you first read it over twenty-five years ago. This is the case with Face of An Angel by Denise Chavez. Face of an Angel tells the story of Soveida Dosamantes, a waitress at El Farol Restaurant in the...
Marion’s Favorites: World Malbec Day
by MHill | Apr 17, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
Today is World Malbec Day! I know for Malbec Wine drinkers around the world we look forward to this holiday. However, this year's celebration will be a little more subdued due to COVID19 (AKA Coronavirus). I want to celebrate and send a virtual toast to all the...
Stuck on a Desert Island What 3 Authors Would You Read?
by MHill | Apr 12, 2020 | Marion's Favorites, Wisdom From Kammbia Column
I saw this post on my Facebook page by the local library three days ago. I have been thinking about how to answer the question since it posted. I provided a comment soon after they posted on Facebook. It was an interesting question and considering what we are...
Marion’s Favorite: Crunchy Tacos
by MHill | Apr 6, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
I have a confession to share.... I like crunchy tacos and I cannot lie! I know that was a bad take on Sir Mixalot's ubiquitous megahit, Baby Got Back. However, it is true. I love crunchy tacos and I can not deny it. I can see the frowns on the faces of taco...
Wisdom from Kammbia Book Review 41: The Spectator Bird by Wallace Stegner
by MHill | Apr 4, 2020 | 2020 Book Reviews, Marion's Favorite Books
As a reader, there are some books (and authors) you have been meaning to read. But other books (and authors) would come before it. Unfortunately, Wallace Stegner fell into this category for me. I've been meaning to read his...
Marion’s Favorites: Cherry Pie
by MHill | Apr 2, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
It's no secret for those that know me well, Cherry Pie is my favorite dessert. I have a sweet tooth for sure. I enjoy cookies, rum and pound cakes, and Sweet Potato and Apple pies. But, none of those other desserts...
Marion’s 25 April Fools Day Sale!
by MHill | Mar 31, 2020 | Marion's Favorites, Writing
Happy April Fool's Day! However, this is no joke. I know that a lot of people are stuck at home due to the COVID-19 (AKA Coronavirus) Pandemic. First of all, I hope everybody that reads this post remains safe,...
Wisdom From Kammbia Book Review 40: The Guide by R.K. Narayan
by MHill | Mar 26, 2020 | 2020 Book Reviews
R. K. Narayan's The Guide came onto my radar a few years ago. I bought the paperback at the time but I did not read and traded back in at the local used bookstore here in San Antonio. Well, this novel has returned to...
Marion’s Favorites: Hearsay by Alexander O’Neal
by MHill | Mar 24, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
When it comes to male R&B vocalists, many people mention Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Al Green and Luther Vandross as their favorite if you are going old school. Others mention Kem, Maxwell, Anthony Hamilton,...
Marion’s Favorites: 5 Uplifting Novels To Keep Your Mind Away from COVID-19
by MHill | Mar 18, 2020 | Marion's Favorite Books
Coronavirus AKA COVID-19 has taken over everybody's lives these days and created a global pandemic. However, I believe this is an opportunity to read some good books...uplifting books to keep our...