If you read The Dogs of Beaumont Heights, you might get the impression I’m afraid of pit bulls. In reality, I tried to underscore how sometimes these dogs are abused. Pit bulls, which are actually four breeds of terriers grouped together, are strong animals with powerful bites. Hence, they’re used for dog-fighting rings and often…
They are the most enigmatic band in the history of rock. I actually have a hard time calling much of their music rock. Maybe because only a smattering of their songs owe any allegiance to the blues. Perhaps “Ladies of the Road,” of which lyricist Peter Sinfield says was inappropriate for 1972, never mind 2022,…
When I shopped Holland Bay around, many people pointed out how real the city of Monticello seemed. My brother-in-law swears I based it on Cleveland, where I’m originally from. (Spoiler alert: He’s never been to Cleveland.) In reality, some of its based on Cincinnati with bits and pieces taken from other cities. For instance, take…