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Do You Remember When…?
Times with old friends are so special. It’s fun to talk about the times you shared together, and then to catch up on what is going on in life presently. When we are with an old friend, inevitably something will remind us of an event from our past that both experienced. What is one of the first things we say? Is it, “Do you remember when …?” It’s common and exciting at the same time. Sharing memories is a fun way to relive them. That’s what this Do You Remember…? Series is all about.
Celebrities, such as Elvis Presley, are people we like to remember such as public figures who make their mark on society. They can be a point of discussion among friends and family. We remember them whether we experienced their life first hand, watched them in a movie, followed them in current events, or read about them in articles or books. With this new Do You Remember…? Series from Blue River Press you will be taken back to the good ol’ days when life may have been a little simpler, probably very different, and definitely with less technology. As many of us love to remember celebrities and events that have previously happened, we at Blue River Press have just what you need to suffice that love.
We Present to You, Do You Remember Elvis Presley?
He was nicknamed the King of Rock and he changed the music industry with many of the manners and much of the music he introduced. In this book, you will experience the Elvis years where he grew up, the poverty he experienced before fame, the family’s faith, and their struggles. You will learn about how he was discovered, how the nation followed him when he was drafted into the army. Then you will find out who this Colonel Tom Parker was and how he managed Elvis. Discover when he moved into the movie industry. Just when did Elvis Presley become a household name? Where does Raquel Welch fit into Elvis’ life, what about Ann Margaret, and how did the rise of the Beatles effect the King of Rock? Was he forgotten? Did he still have the same influence on the youth as he had before the emergence of the Beatles? It’s all in there.
Who knew that a hairstylist could have a strong influence on one’s lifestyle and beliefs, but in this book, you will discover how one stylist did just that. Presented here are the ups and the downs of his career.
This is the type of book that you will want to get a copy for you and a friend and read it together while reminiscing the Elvis years.
The author of Do You Remember Elvis Presley? The Life and Times of the King of Rock and Roll is Chris Edwards, EdD. He teaches history and English at a public high school in Indiana. He is the author of numerous books with Rowman & Littlefield Education and Blue River Press. He is also a frequent contributor to Skeptic magazine and has had his original connect-the-dots teaching method published by the National Council for Social Studies.
Other Blue River Press books by Chris are:
If you are interested in other books we publish, please take a look around our shop here. We have anything from sports to self-help. We also have instructional books, juvenile books for education that include teacher’s guides, and we have some amazing fiction books from bestselling authors such as James Alexader Thom (Check out Fire in the Water) and Elaine Jannetides (a must read is her book, A Golden Bond). If you have any questions, you can contact us here or give us a call at 317-352-8200.
Happy Reading!
Ginger Bock
Gift Ideas that Keep Giving
When it comes to giving and receiving gifts, there is one classic that stands the test of time. A book. When one opens the pages of a print book, one discovers information and uncovers knowledge they did not have before. If you are looking for a few gift ideas that keep giving, look at some treasures right here in our shop. We will feature a few below. Let’s see if there is a topic that fits your bill.
Biographies
Betty White: A Century of Love and Laughs
$12.99
Discover the depth and personality of one of America’s most loved and endearing stars, Betty White. Betty’s roles range from her snarky, unforgettable appearances as Sue Ann Nivens on the ground-breaking Mary Tyler Moore Show to her naïve Rose Nylund, one fourth of the mega-hit sitcom, The Golden Girls. Who can forget her charming character in The Proposal? With nearly 100 years on earth, Betty lived a full life. In this book, you will discover the many angles of this remarkable woman.
The Story of Basketball Great Clyde Lovellette
$24.95
He was one of basketball’s all-time triumphs at every level of the game, but it wasn’t always that victorious for Clyde Lovellette. Growing up in Terre Haute, Indiana, he had to overcame difficult circumstances. He did overcome them and became a basketball great. His rich life continued on after he retired from basketball. He became sheriff of his hometown county in Indiana, had been a city councilman, coached high school basketball on Cape Cod, and he even taught at risk youth at the White’s Institute in Wabash, Indiana. Clyde Lovellette was truly a gentle giant.
Careers
Ace Your Teacher Interview: Revised and Expanded 3rd Edition
$14.99
If you know someone who is looking to start a career in teaching, this book offers astute insight. Author, Dr. Anthony D. Fredericks shares the wisdom and experience from other educators to help you ace your teacher interview. This all-in-one sourcebook of teacher interview questions, in concert with the best responses, offers invaluable insights on what you need to succeed in a very competitive job market.
Ace Your Teacher Resume (and Cover Letter)
$14.99
Don’t leave out what they are looking for in a teacher resume. Here you will discover what to include and what to exclude. With sample resumes and cover letters, you will be able to submit a resume with confidence.
Fiction
We should always make time for a good book and carve out a moment to get lost in someone’s story. Here are a few mysteries especially for the holidays.
A Christmas Trilogy
$12.00
From A Mary Christmas Mystery series, Mary is constantly standing by people in their darkest of hours, in their numbest of days, and in their weariness and tears. It’s her job. And she’s good at it. In Slay Bells a “John Doe” disappears from Mary’s embalming room during the Christmas rush and she is whirled into the police investigation. Taking matters into her own hands, she determinedly seeks the body’s identification and its whereabouts.
$12.00
It’s not every day you meet a female mortician, and especially one who’s strikingly beautiful. In Bleak Midwinter, the second book in the A Mary Christmas Mystery series, Mary finds herself at the center of a troubling double-homicide investigation while falling headlong into romance with police officer Lance Freeman.
$12.00
In Cold Snap, the third book in the A Mary Christmas Mystery series, two people have been poisoned, but by who? And more importantly, was it targeted or is everyone at risk? Mary is determined to figure out and finds herself in the middle of a business scandal while she’s at it. New unions, old grudges, and company money could all be motives, but finding the person behind it is harder than she thought.
The following is a coming of age novel where you can go back in time and run the adventure with Angie and her ring.
$14.99
Angela Demetrious is the daughter of Greek immigrants. Her high school years were normal, carefree and innocent – until she was suddenly forced to grow up. The tale begins with a backdrop from the mid-1950’s in Indianapolis, a city still being developed and still considered sleepy.
Sports
Newly Released
$18.99
What was it like to watch Larry Bird first take flight? As if by Magic takes the reader back to those hot, energy-packed gymnasiums, revealing the yet-to-be-told story of how Larry transformed himself, almost game-by-game, from a good basketball player to a breathtaking superstar.
$17.99
Major league baseball came to Houston, Texas in 1962 when the expansion franchise was born as the Houston Colt 45s. The team evolved into the Astros after moving to the Astrodome, sometimes called “The Eighth Wonder of the World.”
There are more books, many, many more books to select. Have a look around our shop here. If you have any questions, you can contact us here or give us a call at 317-352-8200.
Happy Reading!
Compiled by Ginger Bock