For reasons that need not be stated, here are two books that represent an alternative to the pace of the news. Enjoy at ...

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“The Grey Wolf” by Louise Penny is among the top-selling fiction releases at Southern California’s independent bookstores. (Courtesy of Minotaur Books) The next event will feature Vince ...