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one of my favorite cookbooks

Author, librarian, speaker


Amy is the author of two adult romantic suspense short stories, including "Missing Andy," from the Missing anthology. She also edited the anthology.

A nationally known young adult librarian, Amy has co-authored and edited several articles for use in developing library programs for teens.


Amy also takes her Vintage Cookbooks program to various libraries, offering presentations and samplings.

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Vintage Cookbooks

The Vintage Cookbooks blog has featured Amy's obsession for over three years. Travel back to the 1950's and other time periods to remember the joys of Jello, sandwich art, cake cuisine and more with posts featuring recipes, guests and special occasions.

In 2009, Vintage Cookbooks hit the road as Amy began doing presentations and samplings at libraries. A schedule of upcoming programs can be found under the News tab.

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Photo Finds

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cool toaster
look at those colors
vintage radio
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Library Services

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Amy conducts 8 - 10 workshops a year on effective library programming for young adults, in addition to her work as teen coordinator at the Schaumburg Township Library in IL.

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Cooking & Quick Tips

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Amy does not claim to be a professional chef! She just likes cookbooks, recipes, talking about food, eating - anything food related. She has also amassed quite the collection of household tricks that save time, aggravation and money.

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