Peter, the fellow who runs Flashlight Worthy Book Recommendations, just got in touch out of the blue. He’s making a concerted effort to increase the number of book lists in his Book Club Books category. Interested in writing a book list? Think you know a number of books that would appeal to book clubs? Get […]
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A Supremely Bad Idea: Three Mad Birders and Their Quest to See It All by Luke Dempsey This is a entertaining memoir of an ex-pat Brit who lives in New York City and discovers birding as an adult. ‘Aww, you say, sounds like a nice story,’ and it is. All is not rosy and cozy,
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Oh, just what I need, another challenge! But this one looks so wonderful, I can’t pass it up. (That’s what I said about the others, too, of course.) The 451 Challenge originates from the book “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury, and is hosted and managed by Elizabeth at the As Usual, We Need More Bookshelves
I really enjoy the collection of reviews in the Historical Novel Society Newsletter, which I receive via email every two weeks (free). It’s a wonderful source for new reading material and has opened the path to many literary web sites, as well. Join the Yahoo Group to begin your journey. The society’s web site offers
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“Murdered!” said John Tyler. “General Harrison was not murdered! The very idea is absurd!” (p25) “I recognize that ring,” she said, pointing to an exposed finger. “This is Frank! This is my husband!” (p50) Die Like A Hero: A Josiah Beede Mystery by Clyde Linsley © Jan McClintock of We Need More Shelves
Alyce at At Home With Books is running a great giveway right now for two copies of this book that is already on my TBR stack. Publisher’s Weekly says “this clear and smoothly written look at the mind-boggling history of everything is both informative and provocative.You Are Here: A Portable History of the Universe by Christopher PotterPublisher:
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The Short Story Reading Challenge is hosted by Kate and has different options for readers on varying levels. This is a genre that more people should try, in my opinion, and one in which you can find as much variety as novels. I have to admit that I’m a sucker for a good short story.
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“Before he could react, there was a movement behind him and a stunning blow at the base of his skull.” (p17) “Boy, as far as I can see, you picked the only genuinely ugly building in Heidelberg.” (p31) Fellowship of Fear by Aaron Elkins © Jan McClintock of We Need More Shelves
