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     Hilltopper Returns to Indian Territory
     On Monday, April 18, 2011 Keith Donnelly was invited to speak to students at Dobyns-Bennett High in Kingsport, TN, a rival high school not 30 miles from Johnson City where the author grew up and attended Science Hill High School. The Hilltopper/Indian rivalry is legendary in East Tennessee.
     Over the course of the day, he talked to 3 groups – about 100 students - that included classes of marketing, sports marketing, English and oral communications. The talks were held in the school library under the guidance of Robin Hill and Rebecca Thomasson, library assistants who were gracious and welcoming.
     The library had already purchased a copy of each title; so some of the students had already had the opportunity to be familiar with Keith’s writing.
     Among the topics Keith discussed were the process of writing and editing a book, how to find a publisher, book design and manufacturing and the role of the author in the marketing process.
     Keith shared that when he was first published he had no idea of the time and effort he personally would have to apply in marketing the book. The most important piece of advise he imparted to these young people wishing to promote books or any product was to “network, network, network!” Call in all your favors with everyone who might be able to help you promote your product. Get your name and your product out there in the public by any means possible, i.e. local newspapers, radio and TV, speaking at local community clubs, alumni magazines, posters, handouts, and social media, i.e. product website and Facebook, etc.
     Lunch was provided for Keith and his wife, Tessa.
     Students in Mr. Holt’s English class after lunch were eager and animated and asked many questions right up until the final bell of the day.
     A set of book was purchased for use in the Marketing Department classes.

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 Killer Recipes - Available NOW!

       FIVE of Donald Youngblood's favorite recipes are included! (Including Don's Caesar Salad, located at the bottom of this page.)

    Mystery Writer Susan Whitfield's Killer Recipes is a collection of real family recipes, not only from her kitchen, but also those of other mystery writers. Some selected recipes they think their main characters would enjoy. All recipes included in this volume were submitted by writers and used with permission.

    Over 200 pages in this oversized paperback book!

   All proceeds from book sales will be donated to The American Cancer Society.

   Available now for purchase at amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com.

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Killer Recipes: Expanded
Here's a taste of what you can expect to savor in Killer Recipes, in stores now.
The Donald Youngblood Mystery recipe sampler includes: Clandestine Cheese Puffs, Walloped Black Jack Pie, Don's Caesar Salad, Mountain Center Diner's French Fry Casserole, and Mary's Country-Style Backbones.

DON’S CAESAR SALAD
Hearts of Romaine lettuce (washed, dried, and broken into small bite-size pieces)
Cardini’s bottled dressing- the original Caesar dressing (or your own favorite)
Aged Italian Parmigiano Reggiano cheese block
Homemade croutons (see below)
Freshly ground black pepper
One anchovy
SALAD PREP: Grind anchovy around the bottom and sides of a jumbo salad bowl deep enough for tossing lettuce. Remove any anchovy pieces. Put lettuce pieces in the bowl; add just enough dressing to lightly coat the leaves, toss gently. Grate or slice fresh cheese in large slivers into bowl along with croutons, being sure to crush a few croutons into crumbs to spread through the salad to enhance flavor. Gently toss; add black pepper before serving. Adding tiny bits of anchovy is also an option.
HOMEMADE CROUTONS: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Any bread that is not extremely fresh will do; in fact a variety of bread makes better tasting croutons! Cut into desired size cubes to make about 4 cups. Melt ½ stick of butter and mix with 1 TBLSP of Lawry’s Pinch of Herbs Classic Herb Blend. In large bowl, toss cubes and butter mixture until coated. Spread bread cubes on cookie sheet and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until browned and crusty. Spread on absorbent paper to cool.

MARY’S* COUNTRY STYLE BACKBONES
Choose pork backbones that are thick, lean and meaty with bone in. Boil gently in just enough water to cover. Boil until tender, but not falling off the bone.
Arrange ribs in a shallow pan and baste with sauce*. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, turn and baste again, then continue baking for 15 minutes more. Place under broiler for a few minutes for added crispness.
You can also baste ribs and cook on outdoor gill until warmed through and crusty.