Quote of the day
Every human being, of whatever origin, of whatever station, deserves respect. We must each respect others even as we respect ourselves. This, as the sages of many lands have taught us, is a golden rule in individual and group, as well as international, relations.
Julie Smith

Born: November 25, 1944 (age 80)
Bio: Julie Smith is an American mystery writer, the author of nineteen novels and several short stories. She received the 1991 Edgar Award for Best Novel for her sixth book, New Orleans Mourning.
Known for:
- New Orleans Mourning (1990)
- Louisiana hotshot (2001)
- Death turns a trick (1982)
- Sourdough wars (1984)
- Louisiana Bigshot: A Talba Wallis Novel (2002)