Rosanne Cash: She is just so - Composed

 Rosanne Cash has written a book that I like very much. Her haunting and lovely music has always drawn me. (September When it Comes has the Scottish feel of the Cash heritage.) Her 1996 book "Bodies of Water" made me aware of what a fine thinker and writer she is. She reads from her 2010 memoir ("Composed") on her website. "Mrs L" (aka Rosanne) talks about her life in a way that is pleasing because it feels so ordinary. She seems to me like a person who stands out - and apart - from what you might expect of a child of celebrity. Follow the "About Composed" link beneath the picture of her newest book to hear her read:

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My First Podcast: Bilingual Storybook

This is my first attempt at podcasting! I love this little story of a family moving from Mexico to the U.S. Text is in both English and Spanish with wonderful illustrations, as you can see. This is page one. Listen in.

Sony Reader Tutorial

In preparation for practicing with our library's new E-readers, I'm scouring the Internet for hands-on tutorials. This one has its flaws, but the user shows various ports and delivers a running commentary while showing the device. Nothing can replace working with the real thing though.