“Cars from a Marriage,” a new novel from Baristanet’s own Debra Galant, publishes today. “Cars” follows Galant’s “Rattled” (2006) and “Fear and Yoga in New Jersey” (2008), but takes a literary detour from satire to a more character-driven read. The book explores one couple’s relationship, through the journeys they take in cars. Wondering how she came up with the idea? Here’s the back story.
Booklist says “Galant’s third novel delivers wit, charm, and characters who feel like next-door neighbors.” Publishers Weekly calls it “an affecting and strikingly honest look at a marriage.”
You’re invited to come celebrate as Deb takes her new book out for a spin at a book party, Thursday, May 6. This Watchung Booksellers event is from 7 to 9 p.m. at Cafe Eclectic, 444 Bloomfield Ave.,Montclair. Sip coffee, eat sweets and pick up a copy for a great Mother’s day gift. Baristanet’s Annette Batson found “Cars” a perfect beach read here. The first two readers who correctly guess where Annette is (in comments) score a copy of the book. UPDATE: Since nobody guessed Puerto Morales, where Annette vacationed, we have a new contest. One book each for the first two people who correctly identify the feng shui problem that freaks Nina out in “Fear and Yoga in New Jersey.” Thanks everyone, we have our winners. The contest is now closed.

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