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“Table of 10: An Anthology” Honors Camille Minichino

Camille Minichino

Table of 10: An Anthology by Brian Shea (Author), Josephine Mele (Author), Ann Damaschino (Author), Billie Hanson-Dupree (Author), David Flower (Author), Susan Lawson (Author), Nancy Kors (Author), Judith Overmier (Author), Donna Darling (Author), Lyn Roberts (Author)

Available now at Amazon (Paperback)

An eBook format will be available soon.


This collection of 23 short stories and excerpts from longer works is a tribute to Camille Minichino, who led a dedicated critique group for many years, and passed away this summer.
The pieces are whimsical, serious, historic, comical, literary, travel, coming of age — there’s even a poem.

From Brian Shea, author and editor:

Yes, there’s a new anthology in town. The critique group of 10, led by Camille Minichino, (who passed away this summer) put together a sampler of over 20 pieces they’ve been working on.
 
The table of the elements cover (image) pays homage to Camille Minichino, who earned a PhD in physics, worked at nuclear facilities and knew her table!
 
Camille published over 30 books in her name as well as pen names. It was my pleasure to have created BLACKOUT, a 4×5 inch book with her short story about wartime blackouts in Massachusetts, where she grew up. It’s available on Amazon, as is this anthology.
 
Camille was adamant about sharing her knowledge and encouraging anyone who wanted to learn about writing. She was tireless, selfless and generous. Proceeds from the anthology will go to a scholarship fund in her name to encourage a new writer recommended by Diablo Valley College faculty.

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