The Landmark Association is pleased to announce the publication of Respectfully Submitted: The Remarkable Literary Clubs of Bowling Green, Kentucky by Jean Nehm. Bowling Green, Kentucky has the notable distinction of being home to an unusually large number of literary clubs. From Victorian parlor meetings about germ theory, the effects of war, and classic literature to modern living room sessions concerning stem cell research, Appalachian culture, and contemporary authors, Bowling Green’s many literary clubs have equated learning with entertainment. For over 140 years, club secretaries have recorded activities of members – bright, witty, caring, generous, conscientious, and enthusiastic men and women – as they celebrated their unique fellowship of learning and sharing. Based on an impressive array of primary sources, Respectfully Submitted: The Remarkable Literary Clubs of Bowling Green, Kentucky provides a delightful stroll through the history of Bowling Green as recorded by these remarkable people. This unique, illustrated resource contains a full name index for reference and genealogical purposes. Author Jean E. Nehm is a member of the Browning Club and a Western Kentucky University Associate Professor of English, Emeritus.

A book-signing event will be held on Sunday, April 18th from 2:00 to 4:00pm at the Eloise B. Houchens Center at 1115 Adams Street. Attendees will park in the parking lot and request their book. The author will be signing the books on the front porch. A Landmark representative will process the request and the book will be delivered to your car. For further information about this event and the book, please contact the Landmark Association at 270-782-0037 or bglandmark@yahoo.com.

For further information about the book, please contact Nehm at jean.nehm@wku.edu. Books will be available later through the Landmark Association. The author may also be available to give a presentation about the book. Attached is a copy of the order form. Please share this information with others who may be interested in the book.