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Shamya Sumlin's 'Brothers & Sisters': Young Dayton author's memoir

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Brothers & Sisters: A Memoir to Heaven by Shamya Sumlin chronicles the Dayton author's journey through loss, family challenges ,and resilience.

Shamya Sumlin has already seen a lot during her life. In her memoir 'Brothers and Sisters,' she looks back at some tough times and remembers people she loved who are no longer living. She has conquered adversity and emerged strong and resilient. This is an inspiring story.

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The Book Nook on WYSO is presented by the Greene County Public Library with additional support from Washington-Centerville Public LibraryClark County Public LibraryDayton Metro LibraryWright Memorial Public Library, and Tipp City Public Library.

Vick Mickunas is the host of Book Nook on WYSO, which he created in 1994. He has conducted more than 1,700 author interviews, from Studs Terkel to Lee Child to John Glenn. He is a book critic for the Dayton Daily News and the Springfield News-Sun.