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Master Mike and the Miracle Maid
Published in Hardcover by Henry Holt & Company, Inc. (1967)
Author: Elizabeth Starr Hill
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This book changed my life
This is an excelent book. When I was growing up, I hated to read; but when I came accross this book in the school library and got started reading it, I just couldn't put it down. I have been a fan of book reading ever since. I highly recommend this book.

The Book That Single-handedly Changed My Life
First of all, this is the very book that fostered my love of reading. I read this book in second grade...my first "real" novel. I fell in love on the spot. I cannot count the number of times I checked out this book from my school library...but each time I read it was more rewarding than the next. Elizabeth Starr Hill takes the reader on a fantastical journey through the exciting life of a young girl and her uncle. Their adventures weave an entertaining tale of comedy, warmth and excitement. I recommend this book to anyone, especially children just embarking on the lifelong voyage of reading enjoyment. MASTER MIKE AND THE MIRACLE MAID is Fantasy Fiction at its best, and it is such a pity it is out of print. I can only hope to one day own a copy of my own.


Evan's Corner
Published in School & Library Binding by Viking Press (1991)
Authors: Elizabeth Starr Hill, Sandra Speidel, and D. Brodie
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a special place for me
I read and enjoyed this book as a child. I most remember how absolutely special and thoughtful it was of Evan's mom to accept and appreciate his need for a "place of his own." My apartment was quite like Evan's, filled to brimming with relatives both noisy and nosy. How tender the feeling created in the reader as Evan uses his space, and comes to treasure both his own little world and that he shares with others.

-kim o'connell


Broadway Chances
Published in School & Library Binding by Viking Press (1992)
Author: Elizabeth Starr Hill
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Broadway chances
The book I read Broadway Chances, is a very good book. It is about a girl named Fitzi and her parents. They travel a lot looking for plays to be in, and her parents got a part in the play. The part in the book I like the most is at the end when Fitzi?s Friend gets kidnapped. It?s a mystery!
I highly recommend this book to people who like mystery books and books when people do plays. I think Elizabeth Starr Hill is a great author. If you read this book you will want to read it again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Authentic Seeming Look at Showbiz
Even if you don't want to be an actor or actress, you will be drawn into the world of the theater in this fabulous book. Although ultimately nothing really desperate happens to the main character, Fitzi, and her family, some of their professional and financial struggles are shown, and being "on Broadway" is not all fame and fortune for Fitzi. Fitzi takes her job at the show seriously, and with the wise encouragement of her grandfather, learns to appreciate herself as an individual, without feeling too overwhelmed by the dazzling female child star. When the latter disappears, Fitzi's fears are handled realistically, and this plot device allows us to see Fitzi coping with ever greater challenges.

The pacing of this book is wonderful, it's easy to get absorbed immediately and feel you are living the life of a struggling actress in New York. The author says a lot with few words, and draws fascinating characters in Fitzi and her family, and the other child stars of the show.

If you like acting you'll love this book
I've read this book 4 times. It really keeps you're interest. If you love acting and the stage then you will really appreciate this book.


Chang and the Bamboo Flute
Published in Hardcover by Farrar Straus & Giroux (25 October, 2002)
Authors: Elizabeth Starr Hill and Lesley Liu
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Chang and the Bamboo Flute
This chapter book is an easy book for children to follow, however, a child unfamiliar with the Chinese culture may have difficulty understanding some of the terminology used. I think the overall theme,in this book, of believing in one's inner strengths and abilities and being proud of who you are is very positive for elementary readers. This is something that the main character, Chang, struggles with throughout the story. One of the reasons he struggles with this is because he has been made fun, especially by his bestfriend's brother, of his inability to speak and he is afraid that people will do the same to the music he makes with his flute. But Chang soon realizes that there are times when you have to overcome your inner struggle for the benefit of someone else and when you can do that, it feels really good. I think that as students read this book, they will easily understand this concept of being proud of oneself and helping and respecting others just as Mei Mei helped and respected Chang.


Guests Without Stress: A Cookbook: Great Recipes and Menus to Make Ahead
Published in Hardcover by Howell Pr (1997)
Authors: Elizabeth Hill, Martha Starr, and Ann Upton
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Not what I thought it would be...
I am a busy SAHM of 2 preschoolers and love to entertain. I am always looking for ideas on how to cut down on prep time for meals and "do-ahead" type recipes. But when I received this book, it wasn't quite what I was looking for.

The majority of the recipes would not be well received by kids (ie: Danish Blue Cheese Mousse, Celery Root & Beets with Apple Vinaigrette, Carrot & Orange Soup, etc.) -- let alone many adults.

There a few recipes that are quite yummy. But many require some involved pre-preparation. Overall, this cookbook was a disappointment for me.

Easy, No-Hassle Entertaining
Over the years, I have collected quite a few books on entertaining. My current "job" is to entertain foreign diplomats, and sometimes this lifestyle gets so hectic, I barely want to pick up a pencil and paper to plan a menu, much less prepare it! I now find myself coming back to this little gem of a book, even when I have time to plan an event from the start. So far, everything I have made has been great, and well-received. The menus are already planned (although I do not adhere to them all of the time--mixing and matching items in the cookbook with my own recipes), and although they are not typical "family dinners," (and I did not expect them to be) they are delicious nonetheless. Some of the foods a little unusual? Yes, but I find my guests really like that. The make-ahead aspect and the countdown menus are real life-savers for me because I can truly open the front door, relaxed and ready to enjoy the evening with my guests! I would definitely buy this book again, and recommend it to others.

A great roadmap for prepping a dinner party
I disagree with the premise of the earlier reviewer, who was looking for recipes she could make for her family (including 2 preschoolers)...this is a book for entertaining, so I wasn't looking for recipes that would appeal to kids, necessarily. I was looking for ease and interest, and in that respect, this book was a success. I used 2 of the recipes (Mushroom Bisque and Lamb Packets with Skordalia Sauce) for my first non-family dinner party since my 2 kids were born, and I was really pleased on 2 counts: guests liked the food so much they asked for the recipes, and I *actually could* relax and enjoy my own party. The secret lies in following the authors' "Countdowns" so you can get most of the cooking work done before the day of the party -- something that Gourmet and other food magazines now do. This is a good source of recipes for cooks who like to entertain, if (1) you don't feel the need to make a showy statement with food, and (2) want something a little more special than weeknight family fare.


The Banjo Player
Published in Hardcover by Viking Press (1993)
Author: Elizabeth Starr Hill
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Bells
Published in Unknown Binding by Holt, Rinehart, and Winston ()
Author: Elizabeth Starr Hill
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Bird Boy
Published in Paperback by Sunburst (2003)
Authors: Elizabeth Starr Hill and Lesley Liu
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Curtain Going Up!
Published in Hardcover by Viking Childrens Books (1995)
Author: Elizabeth Starr Hill
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Ever-After Island
Published in School & Library Binding by E P Dutton (1977)
Author: Elizabeth Starr Hill
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