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North Carolina author John Bare comes to town to read from and discuss his new novel, My Biscuit Baby: A Lassie James Mystery, at Elk River Books on Thursday, Nov. 14. He will be joined by Bozeman-based singer/songwriter W.C. Huntley, performing songs inspired by the novel.Politics, pork, environmental activism, and a request from a deceased college friend all converge in the novel with an effort to sell off and develop a local nature area called Battle Park. Detective Lassie James’ wife, Pearl, puts her freedom on the line to protect the beloved forest.
With Battle Park imperiled, Lassie receives news that an old friend and former bandmate has passed away. Before dying, he had asked Lassie to produce a memorial service in Battle Park’s Forest Theatre featuring songs their band had played at Springfest ’82.
An album, My Biscuit Baby: The Lost Springfield Tapes, accompanies the book with songs purportedly by the fictional band featured in the novel. Huntley will perform selections between readings by Bare.
Bare is a photographer, songwriter, and former journalist who has worked for more than two decades in the nonprofit sector. He attended the University of North Carolina, where he studied film as an undergraduate, received a Ph.D. in mass communication research, and developed an appreciation for biscuits, whiskey, and live music. Bare has published two Lassie James mysteries and co-written songs for companion albums. He shares his North Carolina house with rescue dogs Winston and Isadora.
Originally from South Carolina, Huntley is a singer/songwriter and guitarist currently based in Bozeman. By combining his Travis-picking guitar style and soulful country voice, he provides the listener with a unique take on traditional country and western music. His latest single, “Somethin’ That Shines,” is available on streaming services.
Elk River Books is located at 122 S. 2nd St. in downtown Livingston. The free event begins at 7 p.m., and a book signing and reception will follow.
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122 S. 2nd St (PO Box 2212), Livingston, MT, United States, Montana 59047
