Books

Students Write the Darnedest Things

2023, San Diego: The Sager Group

“A professor with affection and respect for her students, Nettleton nonetheless collected their ‘Gaffes, Goofs, Blunders and Unintended Wisdom from Actual College Papers,’ saying the use of real-life examples motivates students to think through their work. Organized into chapters like ‘Stating the Obvious,’ she lays out gems like this: ‘Authenticity is something that cannot be faked.’ For amusement, edification and a reminder that writing can be hard, pick up this book.”
—Sue Campbell, Star Tribune

Danny Yukon and the Secrets of the Amazing Lamp

2014, San Diego: The Sager Group

“The lessons provided in this book are a godsend for parents who need help with getting their kids to focus in school, and even to fall asleep at night…I can’t say enough good things; I highly recommend it.”
—Susaye Greene, former member of the Supremes and ambassador to the Goodwill Treaty for World Peace

William Shakespeare: Playwright and Poet

2005, Minneapolis: Compass Point Books

Getting Married When It’s Not Your First Time

2001, New York: HarperCollins Quill

“[Readers] will be buoyed by Nettleon’s sense of humor and helped by the advice.”
—Ellen Tomson, St. Paul Pioneer Press

Quadruple bride (just like Liza!) Pamela Hill Nettleton—and her last wedding cake—made the Sunday Styles section of the New York Times last weekend in a story about multiple marriages…Nettleton, who edits Minnesota Monthly, has written an etiquette and planning guide for the once-and-again affianced.”
—Kristin Tillotson, Star Tribune