That’s it for me. An editorial page that’s been wimpy since Bezo’s intrusion will now become worthless. I feel sorry for Shipley and beleaguered columnists, but I’m giving up on the billionaire’s house organ.

Hi Robert,

And thanks. That would be an interesting pick! Dan Patrick might cancel his Chronicle subscription.

Joe

Hi Joe,

I think you’re right about “The Big Rich.” I see Bryan occasionally here in Austin. I need to tell how much I enjoyed his book.

Hi Ken. I need to go back and reread “The Gay Place,” see how well it holds up.

Thanks. I’m looking for newer writers like Steinke and Washington.

Lise, what’s the Steve Harrigan novel about the wife of an astronaut?

Hey Dwight, thanks. Do you know McMurtry’s “Moving On”? Since it’s set mainly in Houston, it’s a worthy alternative to the dusty tropes.