Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Robert Lentz (Loving Amber and June Carstens (Hey Elaine! What's for supper?)

 


Join local writers Robert Lentz ande June carstens for conversation tion, and coffee, Saturday. February 22, 10:30-12:00 at LaDeDa Books, 1624 New York Ave. Manitowoc.  Both writers’ books will be available for signing at that time.

          June Carstens returns for  her second visit to LaDeDa after a successful meet and greet in 2024.  Hey Elaine! What’s for Supper? is her valentine to farm family traditions, especially involving those times spent in the kitchen.  Carstens writes” …This was where real life was experienced…this was the newsroom…this room was the heart and soul of the farmhouse."

Adding to the collection of warm memories, readers will find a generous portion of old timey-recipes each with a nod to the cook who perfected the offering.  Try Grandma’s old-fashioned baked beans, mashed potato donuts, depression cake and more.

Farmer and retired construction worker, Bob Lentz opens his heart in Loving Amber: A Father’s Story.  Filled with warmth and pride, Bob recounts Amber’s 25 years living with brain damage, physical disabilities, and all accompanying worries and challenges.

Amber was brave; Amber was happy.  Most of all Amber was loved.  Lentz’ hope for this book is that it will give readers a “different perspective on how you see families dealing the challenges of caring for a disabled child.  Maybe it will even give you a different perspective on your own life.”

Anyone wanting a signed copy but may be unable to attend can reserve one by calling LaDeDa Books, 920.682.7040, or emailing bdenor@lsol.net. 




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