ERIN GARCIA Creative Director R E C O M M E N D S : “The Heart Between Us” BY LINDSAY HARREL H E R T A K E “ I like this book because it reminds readers to cherish relationships, overcome fears and live life to the fullest. The author tells the story of twin sisters Megan and Crystal. Megan, the recipient of a heart transplant, meets her donor’s parents, who give her their daughter’s journal that contains an unfinished bucket list of adventures. Inspired by the list, the sisters embark on a journey that brings them closer together and changes them in unexpected ways. You will find yourself on the trip of a lifetime following the character’s adventures. ” KAREN WERNER Editor R E C O M M E N D S : “World in My Eyes” BY RICHARD BLADE H E R T A K E “ If you were like me and rocked moussed hair, rubber bracelets and neon clothes in the 80s, you’ll love Richard Blade’s book. The Oxford-educated DJ who became synonymous with New Wave music on KROQ offers an insider’s look into the world of music and the era’s biggest stars. Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, INXS — they’re all here, along with interesting encounters with Michael Jackson and Barbra Streisand and a certain moment with Berlin’s Terri Nunn that made me gasp out loud. But the biggest takeaway of Blade’s remarkable life is that his success in music, movies and television came courtesy of him being the hardest-working, smartest and NICEST guy in the business. ” ANDREA TYLER EVANS Publisher R E C O M M E N D S : “Tastes & Treasures II, A Storytelling Cookbook of Historic Arizona” BY HISTORICAL LEAGUE, INC. H E R T A K E “ This cookbook is not only an incredible collection of recipes from 24 historic venues across Arizona but also a peek into the kitchens of 19 icons in our state’s history. Included are stories and recipes from Mollie Butler (sugar cookies), Sandra Day O’Connor (Lazy B beef jerky), Erma Bombeck (bean dip) and even the recipe for mixed berry pie from Rock Springs Café. I have several pages dog-eared to make such shareable selections as Lattie Coor’s chicken tamale pie and Sedona Schnebly’s simple apple pie dessert while the kids are on winter break. And the proceeds from each book purchase benefit the educational programs presented by the Historical League / HistoricalLeague.org . Happy reading and cooking! ” Staff Picks BOOKMARKED {what are you reading} 10 FRONTDOORS MEDIA | DECEMBER 2018

JUDY PEARSON Contributing Writer R E C O M M E N D S : “The Wolves at the Door” BY JUDITH L. PEARSON H E R T A K E “ A courageous woman, an evil villain, international intrigue … all of the ingredients for a thriller. However, this is the true story of one of America’s greatest female spies. ‘Wolves at the Door’ follows the life of Virginia Hall, the American architect of the Resistance in central France during WWII. And she did it all on one leg — Virginia lost her left leg in a hunting accident before the war. ‘Wolves’’ has been called ‘Riveting!’ by Publishers Weekly , humbling since I’m the book’s author! ” SPECIAL KID’S PICK Special children’s book selection from Read Better Be Better, an Arizona nonprofit that helps children improve literacy skills and become better learners. JEREMY WILLIAMS Sixth grader at Arizona Desert Elementary School R E C O M M E N D S : “ The Gift of Nothing ” BY PATRICK MCDONNELL H I S T A K E “Mooch the cat wants to get a gift for Earl the dog. Mooch doesn’t know what to get for Earl. So Mooch decided to get Earl nothing. My favorite part is when Mooch stuffs air in Earl’s gift. This book inspires me because it doesn’t have to be a big gift. All you need is family and friends.” BOOKMARKED {what are you reading} DECEMBER 2018 | FRONTDOORS MEDIA 11