A Novelette by Ron Pies ’74: The Unmoved Mover Published May 6, 2024 I have authored a bit of a literary rarity—a novelette, which is usually defined as a fiction work of about 7,500 to 19,000 words. My work, The Unmoved Mover tells the story of Judaic studies professor Aaron Shavoor and artist Rachel Gold, following a horrific school tragedy that overturns their world and unites them in bereavement. How does life go on after the worst occurs? How can two people who have experienced unspeakable loss find one another, and again find meaning in life? And who can ever believe in a benign and loving God, after such tragedy? Aaron’s and Rachel’s struggle to reclaim their lives points them to a kind of redemption–and perhaps also to love and self-forgiveness. I call the work, “A Novelette of Redemption” for what I think are good reasons. I hope my fellow Cornellians will look for it on Amazon! Ron Pies ’74
No Reason, a Novel Published April 8, 2024 Want to read an “adventure, crime, and commentary on society” novel? It’s fiction, but it begins with the horror of 9/11 and builds from there on ethics, drugs, how society deals with problems, and more. Available on Amazon or Barnes and Noble, or have your local bookstore get it for you. No Reason by Laurence Ference ’73. Lsfcyborg@yahoo.com Laurence Ference ’73
Artwork by Andrea Strongwater ’70 Published April 8, 2024 I am an accomplished award winning artist, writer, and book maker with a large library of artwork perfect for enhancing your life. My artwork is vibrant and good at telling stories, including some visual explorations of Cornell. If you have ideas you’d like turned into something you can see, contact me to discuss possibilities. I’m good at making it happen. My work is available as originals in oil and gouache, prints on canvas and paper, jigsaw puzzles and all kinds of gift items. www.AndreaStrongwater.com Andrea.Strongwater@gmail.com Andrea Strongwater ’70