Mexican Enough

Last year, Stephanie Elizondo Griest was all over Austin. Her fabulous book, Around the Bloc, was chosen as the Mayor's Book Club book for 2007. Thousands of Austinites read this book, if her BookPeople book sales are any indication. Around the Bloc is Stephanie's travel memoir from her trips in communist (or formerly communist) countries. … Continue reading Mexican Enough →

Get ready for Fall!

I always get a little nostalgic during this time of year. I think it's because I see new backpacks, boxes of crayons and other back-to-school necessities, and I have no need for them. The end of August and beginning of Fall was always a time of excitement for me, because I loved school. Yes, I … Continue reading Get ready for Fall! →