Smith, C. W.

Smith’s afterword states that this story is based on Amelia Earhart’s forced stopover in Hobbs, NM, in 1928, but award-winning Smith’s playful, entertaining tale surpasses real life with likable, off-center characters in the fading days of slap-dash, swashbuckling aviators. Not to be missed.

Home improvement editor Smith includes notable projects such as a large skateboard ramp, an obstacle course, and an ice-skating rink; other projects deal with packaged kits or plans...