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The latest book from Oregon author Molly Gloss, The Hearts of Horses, has just gone on sale. I loved it and thought I'd share it with you all. The Hearts of Horses is a story about

From Rick Austen:

I had the privilege of working in the city of Anacortes Fire Department from 1996 to 2006. In my 31 years in fire service, I have only met a few individuals that exemplify the highest standards in value, strength, honor, excellence, dedication and service to the Fire Department and community. Kevin McKeown is one of those individuals.

Kevin spent 180

Bestsellers - The only Northwest book on this week's Northwest Bestsellers lists is Sherman Alexie's young adult book The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian. Week ending October 28, 2007.