Herbert H. and Sofia P. Reuner Library Writers Series
The SUNY Ulster Herbert H. & Sofia P. Reuner Library Writers Series is a special program begun in 1998, sponsored by The Ulster Community College Foundation, that brings renowned writers to campus every fall. This is a truly unique opportunity for SUNY Ulster students and community members to hear award winning authors read from their work.
Bruce Littlefield
What's Your Story?
Thursday, November 8, 2018
1:15pm
College Lounge, Vanderlyn Hall
Professor Goretti Benca, Professor of English, will moderate the discussion.
People have called Bruce Littlefield a lot of things. The New York Times said he’s a “lifestyle authority.” NPR deemed him a “modern day Erma Bombeck.” His high school bully called him “Brucilla.” His story began in a small South Carolina mill town and led him to New York where he first became a model and then a best-selling author, TV personality, and arbiter of American fun. He shares his passionate curiosity (and occasional mischievousness) through his books, TV appearances and “Dinner Party Talk,” his weekly romp through American culture. Bruce has written 17 books and appeared on NBC, CBS, ABC News, FOX News, MSNBC, The Rachael Ray Show, NPR, Sirius, and numerous other programs, and has been featured in the New York Times, the Boston Globe, the New York Post, Oprah, People Magazine, OK! Magazine, Saveur, This Old House, the New York Daily News, Miami Herald, Chicago Tribune, and the Los Angeles Times.
2018 Reuner Writers Series Video
Works by LIttlefield
Moving In by ISBN: 9781480050815Publication Date: 2013At a time when marriage equality has become a political and social hot topic, MOVING IN: Tales of an Unlicensed Marriage is an expose on relationships and renovation. The story shows that, no matter same or opposite gender, there's one in every couple who likes to make things look pretty and one who'll walk across a newly cleaned kitchen floor in muddy shoes to see the results. This book is fun from cover to cover and will definitely make you feel better about your own relationship. Read an excerpt in Upstater
Garage Sale America by ISBN: 9780061151651Publication Date: 2007It's estimated that on any given Saturday, hundreds of thousands nationwide attend garage sales and flea markets to pick through other people's stuff. Garage Sale America explores this cultural phenomenon of grass roots retailing, showcasing the people, places, and things of this modern- day gold rush, and reveals the secrets to incorporating cheap but chic decorating into their lives. It's filled with funny and poignant stories of buyers and sellers, as well as a wealth of detailed photographs of sales across America.
Merry Christmas, America! by ISBN: 9780061348297Publication Date: 2007Littlefield shares his firsthand encounters with people for whom Christmas is a year-round labor of love--the people who spend mind-boggling amounts of time and money transforming their houses and yards, and even those of the neighbors, into unique Christmas fantasylands that are spectacles of individual expression and must-see destinations for the rest of us.
Airstream Living by ISBN: 9780061151644Publication Date: 2007Airstream Living explores these vehicles' many uses, from vacation travel to permanent residence, from home office to pool house, from on-set accommodation for movie stars to businesses such as diners and stores. Inspirational photographs accompany advice on decorating interiors in styles that range from the simple to opulent. For anyone who owns an Airstream or is thinking about purchasing one, this book is a must-read for living life to the fullest aboard a land yacht.
The Bedtime Book for Dogs by ISBN: 9780446575911Publication Date: 2011A charming story about a dog who decides that he'd rather walk to the park by himself than wait for his human companion-and discovers that all of his usual activities aren't as much fun without a good friend to share them with. This is an adorably packaged book with illustrations by Paul Heath that makes a perfect gift for dog lovers of all ages, with words dogs will understand and kids will want to read again and again.
The Sell by ISBN: 9781592409310Publication Date: 2015Ten years ago, Fredrik Eklund moved to New York City from his native Sweden with nothing but a pair of worn-out sneakers and a dream: to make it big in the city that never sleeps. Since then, he’s become the top seller in the most competitive real estate market on the planet, brokering multimillion-dollar deals for celebrities, selling out properties all over the city, and charming audiences around the world as one of the stars of the hit Bravo series Million Dollar Listing New York. Blending personal stories, hilarious anecdotes, and the expertise he’s gained from his meteoric rise, Fredrik has written the modern guide on becoming successful, a book that tells you how to recognize and cultivate your true talents and make the ultimate sell.
If You Don't Have Big Breasts, Put Ribbons on Your Pigtails by ISBN: 1591840333Publication Date: 2003After failing at twenty-two other jobs, Barbara Corcoran borrowed $1000 from her boyfriend, quit her job as a diner waitress, and started a tiny real estate office in New York City. Using twenty-four unconventional lessons learned from her mom, Barbara built that tiny company into a $4 billion business, and today she’s richer than her wildest childhood dreams. Barbara’s hilarious stories and her mom’s pithy advice are bound to inspire greatness in any reader. This national bestseller (previously titled Use What You’ve Got) will make you feel better about yourself and teach you to look at obstacles in a whole different way.
Shark Tales by ISBN: 9781591844181Publication Date: 2011The inspiring true story of Shark Tank star Barbara Corcoran--and her best advice for anyone starting a business. Shark Tales is down-to-earth, frank, and as heartwarming as it is smart. After reading it don't be surprised if you find yourself thinking, "If she can do it, so can I." Nothing would make Barbara happier.
My Two Moms by ISBN: 9781592407637Publication Date: 2013It has been almost two years since Zach Wahls (then 19 years old) bravely stood up in front of the Iowa House of Representative and defended gay marriage and his family. Wahls proudly proclaimed, "The sexual orientation of my parents has had zero effect on the content of my character," and his speech instantly went viral and became YouTube's #1 political video of 2011. In My Two Moms, Zach offers a stirring and brave defense of his family.
The Truth Advantage by ISBN: 9781118025154Publication Date: 2011While some lies are considered ""white lies,"" other lies can destroy relationships, careers, and lives. This book will also equip you with your own personal lie detector--the secret to finding out when people are not telling you the truth--and then gives you advice on precisely what to do when that happens. When you tell the truth and can get the truth from others, you are well liked and respected and your life is happier. This book will help you become the best, most powerful person you can be by using one uncomplicated tool--the Truth Advantage.
More About Bruce Littlefield
- Accessorizing a Catskills Farmhouse with a PastNew York Times article
- Interview with Bruce LittlefieldWords with Writers blog