I wrote this several weeks ago and neglected to post it -- partially because I wasn't sure it would be of general interest. But why not? Since the books have all been returned by now, I've added a few remarks in brackets. I've subsequently reduced my hold list to spend more time with books I … Continue reading How the wait list at the library complicates reading
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Hot books for cold weather from the NYT
For those of you who aren't regular library visitors, this is a day made to use their wealth of ebooks (for your Kindle, portable device, or computer) and audiobooks. These are not current best sellers. This article sent me off to the NY Public Library where most of them are currently available. If you have … Continue reading Hot books for cold weather from the NYT
Vox puts out a marvelous weekly book-related collection – here’s a sample
Presenting this in its entirety because it contains just one nugget after another. Since I prefer using my iPhone to my (by this time ancient) iPad, I read a lot of these gems on my phone. So much for people who think people on their phone are just wasting time. Not an earth shattering item … Continue reading Vox puts out a marvelous weekly book-related collection – here’s a sample
If I know at the beginning of the book that the mother dies, why do I cry when it happens?
This is one of those brief essays that is beautiful written and has something worth hearing. BookRiot has many of them. Check out their site and their newsletters. https://bookriot.com/2019/01/09/books-that-tell-you-how-they-end A LOVE LETTER TO BOOKS THAT TELL YOU HOW THEY END LEAH RACHEL VON ESSEN01-09-19 So you’re reading a book. And right at the beginning, it … Continue reading If I know at the beginning of the book that the mother dies, why do I cry when it happens?
Prepare for the book vs movie conundrum for these 19 books that will be 2019 movies
https://hellogiggles.com/reviews-coverage/books-being-made-into-movies-2019/ 19 books being made into movies in 2019 you'll want to read ELIZABETH ENTENMAN January 02, 2019 4:29 pm Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission. Some of our favorite films are based on … Continue reading Prepare for the book vs movie conundrum for these 19 books that will be 2019 movies
How in the world do bring yourself to move “stuff” on if you’ve never used it once?
The Wall Street Journal and Next Avenue are great sources of encouragement to downsize Now rather than when facing a deadline. So many people suddenly have to empty a home where they've lived for decades -- and to do it in a hurry because of health reasons. So much better to do it while you're … Continue reading How in the world do bring yourself to move “stuff” on if you’ve never used it once?
Sometimes Amazon ebook deals are too good to skip
As regular readers can guess, I read a LOT and -- because I share my Amazon Kindle library with my sisters -- I often buy those not available from the library or under the Kindle Unlimited program. Recently I've cut back on purchases as my NY Public Library hold list suddenly burped up four books … Continue reading Sometimes Amazon ebook deals are too good to skip
Articles to help you get going with your new tech device (so long as it’s not Android)
I don't have anything AGAINST Android. I'm just firmly planted in the Apple/Kindle universe so those are the only articles I search for. Here's one each for the basic items:\ (1) Here's how to get started with your new iMac, Mac mini, MacBook, or MacBook Pro https://appleinsider.com/articles/18/12/25/heres-how-to-get-started-with-your-new-imac-mac-mini-macbook-or-macbook-pro (2) Guides, How Tos, and Tips for New … Continue reading Articles to help you get going with your new tech device (so long as it’s not Android)
Creative list of sci-fi for your new Kindle
Am always thrilled when I can find a list of books in a genre that I've been reading for decades that has so many New suggestions. I've only read one of these books, am familiar with another few authors, but most are totally fresh for me. When my "to read" list gets a bit shorter, … Continue reading Creative list of sci-fi for your new Kindle
Barack Obama’s excellent book recommendations
Whether you agree with former President Barack Obama's politics, nobody can doubt that he is a remarkably well-read individual. I've found very few of his recommendations to be less than worth my time: From his Facebook post of December 28, 2018: "As 2018 draws to a close, I’m continuing a favorite tradition of mine and … Continue reading Barack Obama’s excellent book recommendations
Best books from the Canadian perspective
With the volume of new books published each year on top of the splendid universe of books from previous years, it can be SO easy to stop with the books that are published in your own country. We've enjoyed Canada's actors and singers for decades. I think it's time to look a little more at … Continue reading Best books from the Canadian perspective
Not all classic books are ancient
These writers are already predicting that these 20 books are going to stand the test of time. Sometimes longevity is less a test of quality than of the latest fads, but this is an excellent list to check for books you might have missed. More than half of them are books I've either read or … Continue reading Not all classic books are ancient
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