Southern Boy

Southern Boy has received the 2010 second place Creative Nonfiction Written Art Award. Delightful reading and a sparkling treasure for Southern literature. Times Picayune A gem of a refreshing memoir. Washington Post Wow! What a wonderful childhood you had. Southern Boy is splendid reading, and it documents a time when it was safe enough to let children be free to explore the world around them, yet still being accountable for their actions and responsibity to contribute to the famiy. Thanks for the delightful read and best wishes to one who belonged to The Greatest Generation. Rupert Howell, Managing Editor, The Panolian You have a wonderful writing style with your great, and sometimes slightly naughty, sense of humor, coupled with good Southern All-American morals and philosophies. Southern Boy is intriguing from start to finish. You told it like it was. Kenny Goode, Editor, Booneville Banner Congratulations upon having recorded a delightful lifestyle of the past and a region that was decimated by Katrina. George Thatcher Author of A Decade of Beach Walks

. Woodcock's memoir has been meticulously annotated by Kenneth Noe, who also provides an introduction that places Woodcock's experiences in historical context and describes his postwar career as a prominent Tennessee legislator, attorney, business administrator, and Baptist layman. The book is not only a compelling personal account but an important addition to the literature on Southern Unionism.

When it comes to pleasure, these bad boys really are hotter than Georgia asphalt ... Love Potion #9 by JoAnn RossFall From Grace by Jill Shalvis Librarian Janie Mills has never hit a man before, but when the lights go out and the town's leading citizen--now missing for two days--points a gun at her, she doesn't think twice about slugging him. Only when the electricity comes back, she finds an entirely different man on at her feet--P.I. Ryan Peterson. Pretty soon this is one case he's definitely on top of. ...

Jake Greenwood thought losing his older brother Caleb in a traffic accident was enough to change him forever. But when the driver turns up at the funeral, Jake now has a target for all the rage inside him. Because the man responsible for stealing Caleb's light from the world has no right to intrude on their grief. Jake's right about one thing--Caleb's death changes everything, but not in a way he expects. When he goes to Atlanta to collect Caleb's things, Jake's world is turned upside down as he makes a shocking discovery. Caleb had a secret. The same secret Jake is hiding from everyone who knows him. Well--almost everyone. But now he wants answers, and there's only one person who can provide them. Liam Miller knew deep down he'd get a hostile reception at Caleb's funeral--Caleb had told him more than once that a black man in that town was always going to stand out--but he can't stay away. He has to say goodbye. Caleb's family know nothing about his life in Atlanta, so maybe it's better that his secrets die with him. What he hadn't counted on was Caleb's brother Jake, turning up in Atlanta--and asking for Caleb's laptop. Because Liam has a good idea what Jake will find. Maybe it's time Jake learns he's not the only one who's hurting. Jake's not sure how it happened, but he's gained a friend, a link to Caleb's other life. What he hadn't counted on was just how much he'd come to rely on Liam--how much Jake is attracted to him. Liam can see where things are leading and he fights it. Because any way he looks at it, this is wrong. Except he's about to learn Jake is as stubborn as his brother, and then some. Suddenly they're way past the point of no return, and Liam knows in his gut they are heading for a shitstorm of epic proportions. Truth & Betrayal is a slow-burn, painful, yet inspirational story of love, loss, and coming of age that will have you crying, laughing, and rooting for two men whose romance has potential pitfalls in every direction. It's a story of grief and goodbyes, loss and restoration, discovery, firsts, lasts, and above all, a love that's bewildering, unexpected, and so very strong and true.

“Being a vegetarian doesn’t have to be boring . . . Damaris truly puts the South in your mouth and let me tell ya, you’re gonna dig it.” —Guy Fieri Damaris Phillips is a southern chef in love with an ethical vegetarian. In Phillips’s household, greens were made with pork, and it wasn’t Sunday without fried chicken. So she had to transform the way she cooks. In Southern Girl Meets Vegetarian Boy, Phillips shares 100 recipes that embody the modern Southern kitchen: food that retains all its historic comfort and flavor, but can now be enjoyed by vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. The book features Phillips’s most cherished entrees from her childhood made both with and without meat: Chicken Fried Steak becomes Chicken Fried Seitan Steak. Loaded Potato and Bacon Soup is now Loaded Potato and Facon Soup. She gives down-home side dishes a makeover by removing meat, adding international spices, and updating cooking techniques, and offers soul-satisfying, irresistible desserts that triumph over the meat-eater-versus-vegetarian divide, every time. Phillips found a way to make Southern food that everyone can enjoy, wherever they are on their culinary journey. “Love for a vegetarian may have driven Damaris to write this, but it’s her love for vegetables and her knowledge of Southern cuisine that comes through on every page.” —Alton Brown “Damaris Phillips has the knowledge, the experience, and the down-right courage to take on her native Southern cooking and turn it on its head . . . vegetarians everywhere will be thrilled!” —Bobby Flay

Traditional takes and bold new flavors served up in a split loaf of light and crusty French bread Humble and delicious, po' boys are the favorite of local folks in the Big Easy who snatch them up by the thousands at delis, bars, and corner stores every day. In recent years, gourmet chefs have been getting innovative and raising these popular submarine sandwiches to new heights. Now, The Southern Po' Boy Cookbook brings the many flavors of these scrumptious treats to the home cook's kitchen. The first cookbook to focus solely on po' boys, this beautiful, full-color compilation offers all the traditional fillings ? roast beef, fried oysters, shrimp, soft-shell crab, catfish, and sausage ? and an array of delectable new variations. For a healthier sub, the author offers up turkey breast or Vietnamese bánh mi?inspired po' boys. And for the more adventurous, the foot-longs crammed with seafood-stuffed artichoke hearts, French poutine, and alligator will entice anyone.

In 'The Boy Scouts Down in Dixie; or, The Strange Secret of Alligator Swamp' by Herbert Carter, readers are transported to a thrilling adventure set in the American South. The book, written in a descriptive and engaging style, follows the escapades of a group of boy scouts as they uncover a mysterious secret hidden within the depths of Alligator Swamp. Carter's vivid descriptions and fast-paced narrative keep readers on the edge of their seats, making it a riveting read for fans of adventure literature from the early 20th century. The book also provides an interesting glimpse into the scouting movement of that time, capturing the spirit of exploration and camaraderie that defined it. Herbert Carter's storytelling prowess shines through in this exciting tale, making it a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers of all ages. With its blend of suspense, mystery, and camaraderie, 'The Boy Scouts Down in Dixie' is a must-read for anyone looking for an enthralling adventure story that stands the test of time.