Gail Cauble Gurley has released a new cookbook entitled Old South Comfort Food: Vintage Recipes from the 1930s-1940s. She has taken recipes from a church cookbook used by her mother in the 1950s, edited them, updated them to current ingredients and directions and presented them in a charming book filled with nostalgia that will surely be treasured by mature and beginner cooks alike.North Carolina residents should include sales tax. Shipping and handling will be $2.80 per book. Please allow two to three weeks for delivery.

Reviews:
“Lard stained pages and misspelled words bring back memories of sitting in my own grandma's kitchen looking at old handwritten recipes. Thanks for bringing back some wonderful times.” Julie Apone, Carolina Lily Farm, Salisbury, N. C.

“The photo for the cover, and especially the treasured family recipes, are very nostalgic. I do love that Gail have made personal comments on recipes.” Mary Bogest, Artist/Writer, High Point, N. C.

“I really like this cookbook, especially her dad's scuppernong wine recipe, I do have a weakness for scuppernong wine. My aunt used to make wine and put a balloon over the top of the bottle. When the balloon inflated all the way, she knew that the wine was ready. The balloon she liked using was bright yellow and it said: "Smile God Loves You." I'd love to get a copy for my mother. I would get my wife a copy but all her recipes start with ‘drive around to the window, please.’” Jonathan Farlow, Author, (Humorist), Archdale, N. C.

“These are the recipes of southern women tied together by a rich culture that’s been cultivated over hundreds of years. These are recipes with roots planted deep into the past, originating from women who were not heroines or legends. They were simply women who knew how to put a good meal on the table. Thank you, Gail, for the memories.” Pamela King Cable, Author of Southern Fried Women, Archdale, NC

Gail and her husband Ed live in Archdale, N. C, with their two dogs and one cat. They have one daughter (Denise) and three grandchildren (Charlie, Spencer, and Madison) who live in Houston, TX. Gail has a BA in psychology and an M.Ed. in education from the University of North Carolina and Greensboro. She has taken an early retirement from serving as a state Probation/Parole Officer. Gail is active in her church and community and enjoys reading, crocheting, needlepoint, and being with her friends.

THE BIRDHOUSE

by Gail Cauble Gurley

Return to the Birdhouse

The Birdhouse is being well received by readers and praised for its simple messages of love and compassion. It is suitable for all audiences and makes a meaningful gift for everyone on your list, whether it be for Christmas, birthday or any other occasion. The Birdhouse makes every occasion and day special. The lessons it teaches are timeless and timely, both from the past and for the now. Both the young and the not so young will enjoy this beautiful story and will identify with or recognize at least one of the characters within the pages.

Mrs. Gurley continues her quest in this latest work to share her confidence in the continued intrinsic value of human beings, and the belief that altruism is a highly regarded responsibility as well as a natural, God-given trait. Her confidence in mankind extends to her fellow man, the animals and the environment as an unending circle of duty and obligation in caring for each.

Reviews and Praise:

"Gail Cauble Gurley creates a world where faith, hope and love prevail. The Birdhouse is a simple story of good people who encourage each other in hard times and share blessings in good times. The whole family can enjoy this uplifting book."
    --Doug Clark, Assistant News Editor, High Point Enterprise

"I think if September 11 taught us anything, it is the importance of hope and family. Mrs. Gurley epitomizes both as a family tries to survive the Great Depression armed only with their faith. The era is reminiscent of what we are seeing today. May we all have a symbol like the Blairs in our time of need."
    --Carol Andrews-Ackerman, Journalist/Entrepreneur, Fox News Anchor, retired

"Written in the inimitable style of Gail Cauble Gurley, The Birdhouse caters to emotions and senses, drawing the reader into the story and a cheer at the surprise ending. A joy to read and a powerful message suitable for all ages. A must read for anyone who desires light and hope for life."
    --David L. Repsher, editor, Scribes Valley Publishing

TALES FROM THE SUNROOM

An Anthology of Inspirational Short Stories

By Gail Cauble Gurley

Return to the Sunroom

TALES FROM THE SUNROOM makes a welcomed gift for any occasion and any person you love. Whether a birthday, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Grandparent's Day, graduation, wedding, Christmas, or other special event, the sunroom book will be treasured and enjoyed over and over.

Reviews and Praise:

"A great talent! Read, and be inspired." --Scribes Valley Publishing

"I'm most impressed with the author's passion for her writing. She clearly has a mission...The writing is good, and some descriptive passages are particularly strong...The package is beautiful...(and) it's a great looking book." --Writer's Digest

"Mrs. Gurley has a literary gift." --Carl Anderson, Aid Association for Lutherans, Wisconsin

"A treasure!" --K. Rosamond, Houston, Tx

"Beautifully written." --Jeff Pate, best selling author