Tag: books

Most popular in-demand books in U.S. and regional libraries Oct-Dec 2020

bookriot.com/most-popular-books-in-libraries-2020/? THE MOST POPULAR IN-DEMAND BOOKS IN U.S. LIBRARIES: OCTOBER–DECEMBER 2020 Kelly Jensen Mar 8, 2021 Each quarter, Panorama Picks takes a deep dive into the data about ebook use at libraries across the U.S. It’s a fascinating look at not just the most popular ebooks in public libraries — they don’t stray too far from what you’d … Continue reading Most popular in-demand books in U.S. and regional libraries Oct-Dec 2020 →

9 of the best books about female spies

9 of the Best Books About Female Spies, According to Kate Quinn By Kate Quinn•March 3, 2021 Women and espionage have always gone together like peanut butter and chocolate. All throughout history there have been spies, and many of them were women — because women have often been able to pass unnoticed while men would be … Continue reading 9 of the best books about female spies →

28 books to keep you cozy

I've read at least half to these books and they definitely fit the bill of books you can cuddle up with even when the wind is whistling as it was a few days ago. Enjoy. https://www.bookbub.com/blog/cozy-books-to-read-for-winter 28 Books to Read for a Cozy Night In By Johanna Golden•Updated: February 25, 2021•8 min read A book, a blanket, … Continue reading 28 books to keep you cozy →

Good news about a book I loved from the makers of “Game of Thrones”

From the Washington Post's latest "Book Club" email. Muir Woods National Monument in Mill Valley, Calif. (Ron Charles/The Washington Post); W. W. Norton David Benioff and D.B. Weiss brought to life some towering creatures when they adapted “Game of Thrones” for HBO, but now they’re tackling some real giants. Their new project is adapting Richard Powers’s … Continue reading Good news about a book I loved from the makers of “Game of Thrones” →

Six possibles for your book club

I'm in two book clubs and can assure those who aren't participating in such a group that it's both rewarding and potentially frustrating. The other members always help me see a book from a different perspective and add to its value. Moreover, I enjoy the people. However, when it's my turn to pick, it can … Continue reading Six possibles for your book club →

Excerpt from Bill Gates’ new book on what we’ll have to do about the climate crisis

I figured it was more useful to potential readers to post the Guardian article with its linked interview and excerpt but you may prefer the Wall Street Journal magazine article found at https://www.wsj.com/articles/bill-gates-interview-climate-change-book-11613173337? https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/feb/13/bill-gates-on-the-climate-crisis-i-cant-deny-being-a-rich-guy-with-an-opinion Bill Gates on the climate crisis: ‘I can't deny being a rich guy with an opinion’ In an exclusive extract from … Continue reading Excerpt from Bill Gates’ new book on what we’ll have to do about the climate crisis →

WSJ’s very thoughtful interview and overlook at Bill Gates’ action plan for ending the climate crisis

FEATURE Bill Gates Has a Master Plan for Battling Climate Change The co-founder of Microsoft became obsessed with developing clean tech through his philanthropic work. With a new book, ‘How to Avoid a Climate Disaster,’ and a cadre of billionaire partners, he now has an action plan for ending the world’s carbon dependency. By Christina BinkleyFeb. … Continue reading WSJ’s very thoughtful interview and overlook at Bill Gates’ action plan for ending the climate crisis →

Full-cast narration for an audiobook has to be done well to be a plus

All seven books of the Harry Potter series are ably narrated by Stephen Fry (for the British market) and Jim Dale (in the U.S. despite the 140 or more characters. But some books are done by ensemble or full cast productions that do (or sometimes don't) succeed. https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/books/yes-audiobooks-are-books-but-too-many-voices-can-muddle-the-experience/2021/02/13/510148be-5cda-11eb-a976-bad6431e03e2_story.html Yes, audiobooks are books. But too many … Continue reading Full-cast narration for an audiobook has to be done well to be a plus →

Who do you prefer? Jim Dale or Stephen Fry as Harry Potter narrator?

STEPHEN FRY VS. JIM DALE: THE BATTLE OF THE HARRY POTTER AUDIOBOOKS NARRATORS Rachel Smalter Hall Dec 9, 2013 Tupac had Biggie. Laertes had Hamlet. The Yankees have the Red Sox.  When it comes to Harry Potter audiobooks, the most epic rivalry is Stephen Fry vs. Jim Dale. Both have narrated all seven Harry Potter books, like Harry Potter and The … Continue reading Who do you prefer? Jim Dale or Stephen Fry as Harry Potter narrator? →

Love “The Luminaries”? It’s coming to TV, written by the original author

Note: This will be streaming on Starz. I think they're hoping for lightning in a bottle as happened for Disney+ with "Hamilton" and HBO Max with the rather awful "Wonder Woman 1984." There's a deal available everyone right now for $5/month for six months. How do you adapt an 800-page novel for TV? 7 years, … Continue reading Love “The Luminaries”? It’s coming to TV, written by the original author →

A fictionalized history of India that won’t be on your other lists

This is not a book you're going to find in Kindle format or even in paperback, but I was pleased to have this review pop up on my feeder. It looks quite different from the normal offerings suggested to me abs I've ordered a used hardback. https://scroll.in/article/985475/the-last-queen-chitra-banerjee-divakarunis-novel-resurrects-the-history-of-jindan-kaur-of-punjab ‘The Last Queen’: Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s novel resurrects … Continue reading A fictionalized history of India that won’t be on your other lists →