Lazy Dog Coffeehouse
Art Marsicano, Jean Marsicano

Sunday September 20th, 1-4pm
ART MARSICANO, author
Discussion | Reading from his novel | Q&A's | Book sale & signing
SOME MEN NEED KILLING

Books are on sale now $20.00 + tax each.
Call 544-4800 to make your reservation.

MEN KILL FOR MANY REASONS:
A brilliant young man, Anthony Martino learned the ways of violence and Italian criminals early in life. Always deeply loving with friends and family and brutal with enemies, Martino hates his enemies with a white hot passion. In his part of the world, justice can be found only with a gun, knife, or a bomb. When Martino is asked to give a presentation about organized crime to a college class in the anthracite region of Pennsylvania, he is happy to accept. A former professor, Tony enjoys provoking thoughts and emotions in students. The same day he receives the professor's request, he receives an e-mail message from a member of New York City's most powerful crime family requesting to see him. He also accepts this invitation. When Ernie Valadi, Martino's nemesis from high school, taunts him and accuses him of being a con man, Martino challenges him to a fight. Will this fight be any different from their past entanglements? To what extent will Martino extract his revenge? A deeply religious man, will Martino be forgiven for his sins? Is he correct in his assumption that Some Men Need Killing?

THE LAST TWO YEARS
Books are on sale now $16.95 + tax each.

The Last Two Years: A Difficult Journey Of Mind, Body And Soul As Seen Through The Prism Of An Ovarian Cancer Survivor's Husband
As the writer's wife fights advanced ovarian cancer, pancreatitis and possible liver cancer, they turn to friends, family and their very different religious beliefs for strength, support and insight. During a dramatic two-year period their lives intersect with others experiencing tragedy, and they draw strength, inspiration and even joy from all of them-every single one of them. Jean Marsicano's life was threatened by ovarian cancer-known to many as the silent killer-and she was joined by her husband, her "Rock," as they focused on fighting the evil which had invaded her body. They counted their blessings, asked if their lives had meaning, and in the face of great adversity, they enjoyed life. Jean survived "The Last Two Years" thanks to three physicians-"Pal" and "Mitch" who supplied support and direction when they needed it most, and Dr. Goodman, a brilliant young physician who delivered Jean's medical care with skill, wisdom and compassion. As "The Last Two Years" end, they find hope in the face of continuing uncertainty and joy in friends, family and the beaches of South Carolina. And they realize "God was There," and will always be there with them.

About the Author
Arthur Marsicano worked as an engineering educator and consultant. Family, exercise, writing, and all things Italian are his passions, in addition to the wonders of nature. He previously wrote The Last Two Years, an account of his wife's battle with ovarian cancer. He lives in Pottsville, Pennsylvania.

JEAN MARSICANO, artist
Jewelry & Artwork Display & Sale

Created by Jean Marsicano, an ovarian cancer survivor, and dedicated to women who have or had cancer. Proceeds from this unique handmade artwork will be donated to the Wellness Program for Cancer Survivors (gentle yoga) being held at Schuylkill Medical Center South Jackson Street and the American Cancer Society.