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Nov.02.2010
If the United States had a belly button, that central spot would be St. Louis, Missouri. It has been called the "northern-most of southern and the southern-most of northern" cities with good reason. Visitors quickly discover that St. Louis blends Midwestern hospitality, ethnic...
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Aug.21.2010
Whether you like jazz or opera, historic sites or popular entertainment, the visual arts or dance, there's something to satisfy every taste in St. Louis, Missouri. Centrally located, yet exotic in its quirkiness, this city on the Mississippi occupies a unique spot in our nation's history as the...
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Jan.06.2010
"Write what you know." That's the advice I was given as a beginning author, and it's still worth sharing. But what about when it's something you don't WANT to know? Something you'd rather forget?
I tackled domestic violence today.
I'm finishing the fourth book in my Kiki Lowenstein...
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About Joanna
I'm the author of a mystery series and 11 non-fiction books. Paper, Scissors, Death was nominated for an Agatha Award for Best First Novel. My college textbook--Using Stories and Humor--has been endorsed by Toastmasters. I'm married to David Slan, CEO of...