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Denise Gelberg

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Denise Gelberg pivoted to writing fiction after a long career in teaching and research. Her first book, The "Business" of Reforming American Schools (SUNY Press) was based on her doctoral work at Cornell. As a meticulous researcher, the prospect of creating an entire world out of whole cloth seemed to verge on the impossible. But that's exactly what she did in her debut novel, FERTILITY, which tells the story of a sterile, workaholic attorney whose life is changed by a medical malpractice case. Her second novel, ENGAGEMENT, provides a window into the complexities of the Iraq War as seen through the eyes of a quixotic young second lieutenant and his far more dubious wife.

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Engagement

I am delighted to announce the release of my new book, ENGAGEMENT. It provides a view of the complexities of the Iraq War as seen through the eyes of a conservative-leaning West Point cadet and his liberal fiancée.

Early readers have told me they enjoyed this new book even more than FERTILITY, which, of course, delights me. I think it will resonate with readers from all points on the political spe Read more of this blog post »
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Denise Gelberg Andrea wrote: "I really enjoyed reading Fertility by Denise Gelberg. I finished it in two days. I couldn't put it down!!!!!
Thank you Denise. It is a good story and clearly expressed."


Dear Andrea,
Thanks so much for taking a chance on a newbie novelist. I am thrilled that you enjoyed Fertility.
Your opinion means a lot!
Denise


Andrea I really enjoyed reading Fertility by Denise Gelberg. I finished it in two days. I couldn't put it down!!!!!
Thank you Denise. It is a good story and clearly expressed.


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