So I'd like to start a book club of sorts, here on my blog. Only I don't really know how to start it! Why don't you all respond to this post by posting under the comments section of books you have recently read or are about to read, and are excited about. I, as the moderator, will look at all of the entries and see if you all have posted any of the same books, or at least in the same genre. Being that I was sick and unemployed for about six weeks at the beginning of the summer, I did a lot of reading. Lucky for you, I won't overwhelm you with the mountain of books that I tore through while stuck in bed, but if you are bored or just looking for a good book to read, chances are I can recommend one or two!
Do y'all think I'm a huge nerd for doing this? Well, I don't care!! So ha! I recently read "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith and loved it so much that I almost cried when it ended because I missed little Francie. I believe it is the best book that I have ever read. I'm currently reading "Cloudsplitter" by Russell Banks, a book about an abolitionist/terrorist (John Smith) back in the 19th century/pre-Civil War days, and it is interesting (although I haven't gotten to the part about Harper's Ferry yet), but wordy!
So let the games begin! I look forward to seeing your responses!
4 comments:
I think my aunt reads those Janet Evanovich books...it would probably be a good one for me to pick up after Cloudsplitters because I will just be coming off two pretty long and intense novels, and my boyfriend wants me to read "House of Leaves" and it looks pretty intimidating...text in the footnotes, pages running sideways. But he says it's great.
Oh, and Ceci...academic books for leisure? You are such a geek! =) Just kidding..I actually had a food/energy related question for you regarding my yoga practice. I have noticed the last two times I have taken a class, I had a lot more energy and strength than usual, and I think I can attribute it to my previous meal, which was higher in protein and lower in carbs. Even though I always enjoy the classes, sometimes I really struggle through them. Last night I feel like I got a fantastic work out but it felt more natural. Just wondering if your most recent meal can have anything to do with that.
Hey there! I am willing to read--but nothing TOOOO heavy OR educational. lol--Gotta be a joy read for me since I dont have much time. I am currently reading "Out of the Shadows" by Sigmund Brouwer. (this is my second go around on this book). Purty good I might say!
Mostly for me it is Christian fiction. I used to read horror novels and have since decided--not a good idea. BUT I figured out at some point there is a Christian fiction section out there and have found some really good ones. One if the best I have read so far is Frank Peretti.
I am sure I could come up with a ton of books I would love to read if I had the time.
Let me know what you find!
Kelly darling, I would love to partake in your book club! I'm afraid I don't have any good suggestions right now though as Mason just informed me that I only read nerdy books - how dare he! Anyway, I'm about to start a new one on healthcare policy soon so maybe you can save me from being such a nerd by choosing a good fiction. Mason will thank you I'm sure. Not that he is much better - he only reads computer books! I'm going to have to go tell him that...
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