I had planned to post tonight about another book entirely, but the observance of Veteran’s day gave me a new idea. More specifically, I was inspired by my husband’s big band, currently performing in a 1940s- themed radio broadcast at the FDR home in Hyde Park, NY. The show includes 40s-era big band music, snippets […]
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The Leftovers
My reading drought is over: I finally found and finished a new book! The Leftovers, by Tom Perrotta. I’ve always liked Tom Perrotta’s books. He has a unique take on families and relationships, and his plots are original. This one was a lot further out there than most: I’d describe it as sci-fi meets family […]
The Top Shelf
Recently, I’ve found myself in kind of a reading drought, which is not the best situation for someone who’s committed herself to writing a blog about reading. It’s been a while since I’ve read a book that really knocked my socks off. I’d even settle for a book that kept me awake past my bedtime. […]
Taste the Words
I love good food. I love good writing. Therefore, I adore good food writing. Last week in my creative writing class, the professor passed around a short story by Jhumpa Lahiri, author of The Namesake and Unaccustomed Earth (both of which are on my to-read list). The story was called “Indian Takeout” and it described the […]
The Turn-Off
What makes you stop reading? I’m not talking about picking up a book while browsing in a bookstore or library, and reading a line or two to decide if you’ll take it. That’s part of the process of choosing books, and there’s always a chance that you’ll pass over a book that you’d actually enjoy. […]
On Writing
My grandmother, who was also a writer, left On Writing by Stephen King with me when she died. I know it was a favorite of hers, so I felt compelled to read it. I’m also in no position to turn down a writing advice book from one of the most popular authors of all time. It […]