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JAMBO, MAMA - Memories of Africa by Melinda Atwood
Published by Cypress House 1-800-773-7782 - $24.95

I thoroughly enjoyed Melinda's candid expression of her life experiences during the six years she spent in Kenya.

From beginning to end, it was easy to absorb the feelings, sights and sounds being described in this 224-page book. If you've ever been to Africa, you'll want to return, but for those who only dream of this beautiful continent, let JAMBO, MAMA be your inspiration.

There was never a dull moment, and from the everyday goings-on of her native staff to her sometimes dramatic love life, Melinda negotiates the twists and turns with amazing strength.

This is a travel memoir with a twist, one that lasted six years, ending with the greatest gift Melinda Atwood could give herself - independence achieved on her own!

WHERE TO SKI & SNOWBOARD 2001 - The Reuters Guide to the World's Best Winter Sports Resorts by Chris Gill and Dave Watts
Distributed by Ski Europe 1-800-333-5533 - $24.95

Simply the most concise guide to 1,000 resorts worldwide, now featuring Canada, U.S.A. and Scandinavia.

Avid ski buffs, Gill and Watts provide unbiased information about each and every resort, eliminating unexpected surprises.

I couldn't find a more user-friendly ski guide packed with information suitable for novices and experienced skiers.

A bargain at $24.95 for 640 pages of up-to-date data on ski and snowboard resorts. All you ever wanted to know about where to ski and snowboard - prices, ratings and apres-ski activities - they've got it all!