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Dana Bate
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Dana Bate
Full Name and Common Aliases
Dana Bate is a contemporary American author of humorous mysteries.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on April 5, 1964.
Nationality and Profession(s)
American novelist, best known for her comedic mystery novels featuring eccentric characters and witty dialogue.
Early Life and Background
Dana Bate grew up in New York's Hudson Valley region. Her early life was marked by a love of reading and writing, which would eventually shape her career as an author. After completing high school, she went on to study English literature at Mount Holyoke College.
Major Accomplishments
Bate has written several popular mystery novels that have garnered critical acclaim. Some notable works include:
Her debut novel, "The Single Girl's Guide to Murder," which introduced readers to her unique blend of humor and intrigue.
"The Dog Park" series, a collection of humorous mysteries set in the fictional town of Oakwood Hills.
Notable Works or Actions
Bate has been recognized for her contribution to the mystery genre with various awards and nominations. She is often praised by critics and readers alike for her ability to craft engaging characters and intricate plots that keep readers guessing until the very end.
Impact and Legacy
Dana Bate's novels have left a lasting impression on the world of mystery literature. Her unique voice, blending humor and wit with clever plot twists, has inspired a new generation of authors to experiment with similar styles. Through her writing, she continues to entertain and captivate readers worldwide.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Bate is widely quoted and remembered for her insightful observations on the human experience, as captured in her novels' clever dialogue and relatable characters. Readers appreciate her ability to weave humor into even the most tense and suspenseful moments, making her a standout voice in the mystery genre.
Note: Since Dana Bate is an active author with ongoing literary endeavors, this bio will provide an overview of her notable works and accomplishments thus far.
Quotes by Dana Bate
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I look forward to Millie's party as much as I look forward to a Pap smear or tooth extraction. Which is to say, not at all.
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I'm the same person you asked to move in with you. The same person you fell in love with. I'm your little firecracker, Adam.""More like a bomb," he mutters."You want a bomb? I'll give you a bomb." I grab his water glass from across the counter and throw the water in his face. "Boom, motherfucker!
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Kramer's sits on Connecticut Avenue just north of Dupont Circle and is a Washington institution of sorts, functioning as a bookstore, restaurant, and bar all in one. The front always swarms with people perusing the book displays, which overflow with stacks of paperbacks and hardbacks, everything from political memoirs to the juiciest works of fiction.
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A few years back, the New York Times called Shauna's pork the "finest pork in America," and she has never let anyone forget it. Admittedly, her pork is fantastic- rich and flavorful, with the perfect amount of fat. Most of the charcuterie shops in town buy her meat and turn it into pâté and prosciutto and pancetta- all of which, Shauna will remind you, are so good because they start with the "finest pork in America.
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Mounds of toasted coconut cling to the side of the cake, held in place by the fluffy cream cheese frosting. Beneath the frosting lies a moist and fragrant cake bursting with carrots and cinnamon and golden raisins, stuffed with a gooey caramelized pecan filling. It is, in my eyes, a dessert approximating perfection."A thing of beauty," Rachel says, twirling the cake stand by its base.
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Hey!" she says. "Sorry I'm late."I look at my watch. "It's nine-forty-five. We said nine."Her cheeks turn pink. "I know. I'm sorry. I overslept.""With the muscular Asian dude?"The pink in her cheeks deepens to a dark red. "His name is Jackson.""Ah, yes, another suitor you can pump and dump.""Hey!" Her indignation yields to her usual feistiness. "Listen to you- 'pump and dump.' You do realize that's a stock-trading expression. It has nothing to do with dating.""It does now.
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The chicken's great," says Grace on the TV screen as she gnaws on a chicken bone, much to Will's disgust. I've always felt a kinship with Grace Adler's character. Maybe it's the red hair or the fact that she's Jewish, or the way in one episode she pretended to be an alcoholic so that she could get free Krispy Kreme doughnuts and hot cocoa at AA meetings. I can relate to all of those things. There's very little I wouldn't do for a free Krispy Kreme doughnut.
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Last night I baked the Jewish apple cakes, and each one came out moist and fragrant and dense, bursting with apples I caramelized with Calvados and a touch of rosemary and then folded into a vanilla-and-cinnamon-scented cake. We braised the brisket in a tomato sauce so rich and garlicky I can still smell it on my fingers, and the honey ice cream came out silky smooth and tastes like a spoonful of creamy honey, with crunchy chunks of honeycomb toffee.