Posts About books & reading

BlogHer Book Club: A Jane Austen Education by William Deresiewicz

May 20, 2011

When I found out that BlogHer was starting a book club, I got involved right away, especially once I saw the title and read the summary of one of the books available for review: A Jane Austen Education by William Deresiewicz. Books about books are right up my alley! Not only that, but one of my most treasured possessions is my volume of Jane Austen’s complete works, not only because of the inscription my beloved grandmother wrote in it, but also because Austen’s novels are just perfect. Deresiewicz’s take on them also turned out to be a great read for me. Come read my full review at BlogHer!

Ten On Tuesday: Books & Reading

April 19, 2011

Hosted by Chelsea as always, and this week’s questions were provided by Erin. 1. When someone asks you for a book recommendation, what is your go-to book? It depends on the person, so first I’ll find out what they like. A fiction book I wish everyone would read is A Prayer For Owen Meany by John Irving. For girls I recommend Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier.  A historical Christian memoir that blew me away was The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom. I could keep going. 2. Do you buy your books, or are you a library patron? I always check the library first, unless it is a book by one of my favorite authors or one I’ve read before that I know I…
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Question of the Week: Reading

March 28, 2011

In anticipation of the launch of my new book blog later this week, I have a few questions for you centered around reading! I know I have at least a couple fellow book lovers out there. In the comments, feel free to tell me what you consider your favorite book of all time! I have lots of favorites, but so far I haven’t found anything that can top my love for The Lord of the Rings. [polldaddy poll=4797634]   [polldaddy poll=4797642]   [polldaddy poll=4797670]  

Book Review: Same Kind of Different as Me by Ron Hall & Denver Moore

March 14, 2011

As I’ve been reading more and more book blogs lately, I’ve come across a style that I like best. I first saw this format used by Kim at Sophisticated Dorkiness, and have decided to use it for my book reviews from now on. I also want to say that I don’t claim to be especially good at writing reviews, and mine aren’t going to be particularly deep or literary, but since I enjoy knowing what my friends think of a book I thought you might too. Title: Same Kind of Different as Me Author: Ron Hall & Denver Moore Genre: Memoir Year: 2006 Acquired: Borrowed from the library Rating: One Sentence Summary: The true story of a wealthy couple who…
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Book Review: Same Kind of Different as Me by Ron Hall & Denver Moore

March 14, 2011

As I’ve been reading more and more book blogs lately, I’ve come across a style that I like best. I first saw this format used by Kim at Sophisticated Dorkiness, and have decided to use it for my book reviews from now on. I also want to say that I don’t claim to be especially good at writing reviews, and mine aren’t going to be particularly deep or literary, but since I enjoy knowing what my friends think of a book I thought you might too. Title: Same Kind of Different as Me Author: Ron Hall & Denver Moore Genre: Memoir Year: 2006 Acquired: Borrowed from the library Rating: One Sentence Summary: The true story of a wealthy couple who…
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