I met John Lawton this evening in Portland at a book signing event. Through his British accent both on paper and in speaking, he communicates passion for his writing. "I don't write murder mysteries," he rather forcefully told the intimate gathering, "I write straight novels in which crime is the driving force."
All of John Lawton's novels are about sex, crime, and politics. The chronological order of his series belies the fact that each was written as a stand alone book, and written in a random order. The latest of these, in hardcover, is A Lily of the Fields. Tonight he told us that he cares more about the main character's relationship with his girlfriend than he does about the crime.
Obviously, the creative process for John Lawton is typical of an artist. His highly controversial work speaks for itself. I took home a personalized, signed copy of Flesh Wounds after a marvelous evening.
Monday, October 18, 2010
Monday, October 4, 2010
Dean's List
Dear Jana Gifford,
On behalf of the faculty and staff at Ashford University, congratulations on being named to the Dean's list for summer 2010. Your appointment to the Dean's List is published on the Ashford University website under the Academic Superstars link. (If you have submitted a request not to release or publish information about you, your name is not included.)
Your dedication and commitment to your studies make you a great role model for others to emulate. You and your family should feel quite proud of your accomplishment. All of us at Ashford University share in this pride as well and believe that students like you help make Ashford University the quality learning institution it is.
Again, congratulations for a job well done!
Sincerely,
Dr. Elizabeth Tice
Provost, etc.
On behalf of the faculty and staff at Ashford University, congratulations on being named to the Dean's list for summer 2010. Your appointment to the Dean's List is published on the Ashford University website under the Academic Superstars link. (If you have submitted a request not to release or publish information about you, your name is not included.)
Your dedication and commitment to your studies make you a great role model for others to emulate. You and your family should feel quite proud of your accomplishment. All of us at Ashford University share in this pride as well and believe that students like you help make Ashford University the quality learning institution it is.
Again, congratulations for a job well done!
Sincerely,
Dr. Elizabeth Tice
Provost, etc.
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