Soundtrack – September 3, 1962

January 31, 2012

in Music

Here’s the soundtrack for Labor Day, September 3, 1962. You’ll need a free Spotify.com account to enjoy these tunes. Listen to the entire playlist here or click on the individual tracks below.

Soundtrack – August 25, 1962

January 29, 2012

in Music

I hope you’re enjoying the music so far. It’s been  lot of fun putting together these soundtracks for the book.

You’ll need a free Spotify.com account to enjoy the playlist. You can listen to the entire playlist or click on the individual tracks below.

Soundtrack – August 23, 1962

January 28, 2012

in Music

Here’s a playlist to accompany the third chapter of Bombshells. You’ll need a free Spotify.com account to enjoy all of these tunes. You can get to the entire playlist here, or click each track to hear individual songs.

Girls, We’re All Bomshells

January 28, 2012

in Feminism

I couldn’t write a book set in the early 1960’s entitled Bombshells without talking about female bombshells like, Marilyn Monroe. In fact, the story takes place chronologically right after Marilyn Monroe’s death.

The truth is that bombshells, or idealized female types, are part of any culture, and an essential part of American pop culture. Whether you love ‘em or hate ‘em, pin-ups, centerfolds, movie stars or any other objectified female image is here to stay. Consequently, these feminine images influence girls as they choose role models to follow in life. Continue reading…

Hey, thanks!

January 27, 2012

in Miscellaneous

Thank you for downloading Bombshells during the two-day Amazon promotion. I hope you’ll enjoy the story of the Adams family as they face the real threat of the Cuban Missile Crisis. If this time period and historic events interest you, take a few minutes to explore the website. We’ve put together a 1960’s music playlist and other material to enrich your reading experience and maybe give you a deeper understanding of 1962: the culture, political climate and issues, many of which linger to this day. Leave comments, begin discussions and share your own insights.

Thanks again for giving Bombshells a read.

 

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