{"product_id":"quickies-too","title":"Quickies Too","description":"\u003cp\u003ePRAISE FOR QUICKIES TOO\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Don Marquess is a modern day Damon Runyon who observes the world around him through\u003cbr\u003ethe prism of an acerbic wit and a natural story teller's take on the human condition. And\u003cbr\u003eremember, one quickie leaves you wanting another.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Drew Karandjeff\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDon's eloquent yet playful writing style transports readers to another time and place, evoking\u003cbr\u003ea sense of nostalgia and wonder that is both entertaining and delightful. His stories are\u003cbr\u003enot only charming, but also serve as a beautiful reminder of the joy that can be found in\u003cbr\u003ethe simplest things in life. Don's ability to share such fond memories through his writing, \u003cbr\u003ereminds us of how the power of storytelling connects us all to our past.\u003cbr\u003e- Matthew Perl\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDirector North American Receivables Enterprise Holdings\u003cbr\u003eFor over 40 years I have admired Don's ability to remember his experiences and make them\u003cbr\u003ecome alive through his extraordinary skill in telling a story. The narratives are all true, and\u003cbr\u003enow, whenever I need some good humor to brighten my day, I can reach for a volume of\u003cbr\u003eQuickies on my book shelf. I am handing down both volumes to my granddaughters so they\u003cbr\u003etoo can be reminded of exceptional storytelling.\u003cbr\u003e- Jan Gippo\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorld Class piccoloist Writer of two acclaimed books on the piccolo\u003cbr\u003eDon Marquess did it again!\u003cbr\u003eCourage, humor, insight, beautifully recalled life experiences are in the second collection\u003cbr\u003eand on brilliant display. These stories capture time and place in a way that gently guides\u003cbr\u003ethe reader through a lived life leaving one a smile and sense of connection. Whether it's his\u003cbr\u003egrandfather railing about the cost of hearing aids, getting one over on his big brother, or\u003cbr\u003erestoring Nikki Caplin to her rightful place as \"the balloon guru in St. Louis,\" Don Marquess\u003cbr\u003ehits the mark. A fun and wonderful read!\u003cbr\u003e- David Berland, MD\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoted Child Psychiatrist\u003cbr\u003eWitty and endearing, Quickies Too is a rollicking, eclectic compilation of reminiscences by\u003cbr\u003eacclaimed photographer and accomplished brick peddler, Don P. Marquess, that you won't\u003cbr\u003ewant to miss.\u003cbr\u003e- Bob Belden, CEO The Belden Brick Co.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuickies Too\" let's you step out of reality and become a part of another world that is often\u003cbr\u003efunny or unbelievable, but always true...those incredible and hilarious moments that just\u003cbr\u003emake you smile and brighten your day!\u003cbr\u003e- G. Robert Bishop.\u003cbr\u003ePhotographer and induction committee chair, International Photography Hall of Fame\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"None","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46257426890962,"sku":"9781669876083","price":23.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kobo eBook","offer_id":46257426923730,"sku":"0794b018-4095-3b5e-85bb-cd53b559538d","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/8980\/5233\/files\/1_f74eafeb-0332-404b-a14e-972d41706759.jpg?v=1762816108","url":"https:\/\/www.indigo.ca\/products\/quickies-too","provider":"Indigo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}