The Verdict Is In

Maine 101

"A thoughtful repository of facts, opinions, lists, firsts, fiendish crimes and artists . . . superb and utterly enjoyable For one who has reviewed Maine books in this paper since 1975, Maine 101 represents something of a benchmark."
—Portland Press Herald

"This witty, fun book is packed with . . . information that you usually can only get from locals. If you're from Maine, or from away, you'll enjoy this book."
—The Working Waterfront

"This little volume is destined to be a classic . . . buy several because not only are they perfect gifts, they will be stolen by any visitor-to-your-home who starts to read a copy."
—Lincoln County News

Minnesota 101

"I read this book from cover to cover. I simply believe that every Minnesotan should read it, because what's inside this book is inside all of us—from the way we speak, to the jokes we tell, to the foods we bring to church."
—Marshall Independent

“The pages practically turn themselves and contain some of the most entertaining tidbits of Minnesota Trivia ever gathered between two book covers. It is a fascinating treasure trove.”
— Eddie Pelkey, Moose Lake Star Gazette

Rhode Island

"A great guide to anyone who wants to know what stuffies are, what comprises an Awful-Awful, or why cabinets have nothing to do with home furnishings."
—Newport Daily News

"This should be standard issue for every new reporter who moves into the state."
—The Rhode Show, WPRI 12, Providence, Rhode Island

"A great book for anybody that loves the quirkiness of this state."
—WHJJ AM 920

"An odd book about an odd state. Tim Lehnert's Rhode Island 101 puts it all in a handy nutshell."
—Providence Journal