Lewis Buzbee at Rakestraw Books September 25, 2008

Who: Lewis Buzbee

What: Reading from and signing his new novel, Steinbeck's Ghost

When: Thursday, 23 September 2008 at 10 AM

How much: Free to individuals; a fee applies to class groups. Class reservations are essential.

Why you should care: Lewis Buzbee's debut novel for children is one of the best we've read this year. Set in Salinas, in the region that John Steinbeck and made famous, no other novel this season brings the magic of reading and books to life in the way that this one does. It's a great tale, beautifully told, by a one of the rising stars on Northern California literary scene. I think we can safely predict that not only will Steinbeck's Ghost pick up some nice prizes, but it will also become a classic . . . it's great stuff!

Official Website: http://www.rakestrawbooks.com