JDarg started this last year, and, with all due respect, I figured it was time to renew it. (I would have just added to her thread, but it was titled "Summer 2007 reading list.")
What are y'all reading? What do you like?
I just finished Water for Elephants, which was handed off to me by a friend. Loved it--great fictional story based on the history of American circus, set in 1931.
One of the teachers at my school also passed me Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close. I like the way he described it to me, which gave nothing of the plot away: It's a book about dealing with loss, told from the perspective of several members of a family. The primary narrator is a young boy named Oskar.
It was part of the boys' curriculum, so it was PG or maybe PG-13. At any rate, I love reading books for grown-ups and children's literature, but the best is when I find a book that's clean enough for a child but intelligent enough for an adult. It also has some wonderful photography incorporated into the story.
I've just started Swine Not?, which is Jimmy Buffet's newest. It looks very promising.
Spill it--what do y'all have going?
Replies
48
Beach Lover
No country for old men---cormac mcarthey
The Dexter Books....
The Dexter Books....
hmmmm......can't rememberAuthor
No country for old men---cormac mcarthey
The Dexter Books....
What are these?
SWGB
I think they turned them into the series on HBO or Showtime called the same. It's about a serial killer cop that only goes after other serial killers.
Beach Fanatic
My problem is that I read more than one book at a time and it really slows me down. But since you asked.
Who Really Cares. America's Charity Divide, Who Gives, Who Doesn't, and Why It Matters by Arthur Brooks.
Leave Us Alone. Getting the Government's Hands Off our Money, Our Guns, Our Lives by Grover Norquist.
The Dirty Dozen. How Twelve Supreme Court Cases Radically Expanded Government and Eroded Freedom by Robert Levy and William Mellor.
Who Really Cares. America's Charity Divide, Who Gives, Who Doesn't, and Why It Matters by Arthur Brooks.
Leave Us Alone. Getting the Government's Hands Off our Money, Our Guns, Our Lives by Grover Norquist.
The Dirty Dozen. How Twelve Supreme Court Cases Radically Expanded Government and Eroded Freedom by Robert Levy and William Mellor.
SoWal Insider
thanks NoHall. I hope to get back to reading soon...I did not know that Buffett had a new book out. I have loved his other ones...
SoWal Expert
Might have to read JB first.
Loved his others.
Loved his others.
SoWal Expert
Water for Elephants ended up being one of my favorite books. If y'all haven't read it, add to the summer reading list. I think I will re-read this one.
I want to read:
The Venus Week- Discover the Secret of Your Cycle...At Any Age by Rebecca Booth MD (my ob/gyn in Louisville- she is amazing!)
Obviously not one for the guys!
Although some reviews say they are sooo glad they read it- because they learned a lot about women!
When You are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris (releases June 3!!)
Re-read Harry Potter #6 and 7
I am needing recommendations for some good fiction and/or non-ficiton, but I have no interest in the trendy stuff like The Secret, New Earth, or sappy stuff (if I named them I would be oh so insensitive!). McClellan's book is not interesting either because he isn't saying anything new- already read his big "news" elsewhere.
Y'all recommend books that will make me want o stay up all night reading!
I want to read:
The Venus Week- Discover the Secret of Your Cycle...At Any Age by Rebecca Booth MD (my ob/gyn in Louisville- she is amazing!)
Obviously not one for the guys!
Although some reviews say they are sooo glad they read it- because they learned a lot about women!When You are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris (releases June 3!!)
Re-read Harry Potter #6 and 7
I am needing recommendations for some good fiction and/or non-ficiton, but I have no interest in the trendy stuff like The Secret, New Earth, or sappy stuff (if I named them I would be oh so insensitive!). McClellan's book is not interesting either because he isn't saying anything new- already read his big "news" elsewhere.
Y'all recommend books that will make me want o stay up all night reading!
percy
Y'all recommend books that will make me want o stay up all night reading!jdarg, I have a book I think you'll really like. Perfect for an animal lover and someone who's trying to apply animal training skills to spouse and children.
Amazon.com: What Shamu Taught Me About Life, Love, and Marriage: Lessons for People from Animals and Their Trainers: Amy Sutherland: Books
hmmmm......can't rememberAuthor
Water for Elephants ended up being one of my favorite books. If y'all haven't read it, add to the summer reading list. I think I will re-read this one.Someday I'm going to get around to reading David Sedaris...
I want to read:
The Venus Week- Discover the Secret of Your Cycle...At Any Age by Rebecca Booth MD (my ob/gyn in Louisville- she is amazing!)
Obviously not one for the guys!
When You are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris (releases June 3!!)
Re-read Harry Potter #6 and 7
I am needing recommendations for some good fiction and/or non-ficiton, but I have no interest in the trendy stuff like The Secret, New Earth, or sappy stuff (if I named them I would be oh so insensitive!). McClellan's book is not interesting either because he isn't saying anything new- already read his big "news" elsewhere.
Y'all recommend books that will make me want o stay up all night reading!
Beach Lover
Little gorey but a good entertaining read.
How about The Tao of Willie...willie nelson that is.
5 people you meet in heaven also a winner.
How about The Tao of Willie...willie nelson that is.
5 people you meet in heaven also a winner.
hmmmm......can't rememberAuthor
Little gorey but a good entertaining read.
How about The Tao of Willie...willie nelson that is.
5 people you meet in heaven also a winner.
I'm cracking up that you put those two right together...
Beach Lover
what can I say.....
Beach Fanatic
Someday I'm going to get around to reading David Sedaris...
I recommend his books on tape. When HE tells the story with his southern accent and his comic timing. . . .there is nothing funnier!
Beach Fanatic
Just finished Twilight. It is our book club pick for June. I read it in one day (500 pages of page turning fun) - a perfect, mindless beach read. It is supposed to be a young adult book, one of the moms read it with her 13 year old daughter, liked it so much that we are all reading it!
Our next pick is The Book Thief.
Our next pick is The Book Thief.
Edited
Beach Fanatic
I really liked Water For Elephants. I have A Thousand Splended Suns by Khaled Hosseini on tap. But I haven't emotionally geared up for it yet.
I am currently reading The Bible. My son got a great version from his preschool for his preschool graduation. Even though it's geared toward kids, I personally think it's the perfect version for myself! And he eagerly awaits reading it every night -- which is a bit bizarre to me.
I try to explain some of the words to him and he understands some of the lighter stories. But I think 5 yr olds just enjoy being read to -- especially books with lots of words and substance versus a Dr. Seuss (althought he loves those, too). This really is our first major book to read together. We are half way through the Old Testament. I think we might do a Harry Potter book next!
I am currently reading The Bible. My son got a great version from his preschool for his preschool graduation. Even though it's geared toward kids, I personally think it's the perfect version for myself! And he eagerly awaits reading it every night -- which is a bit bizarre to me.
I try to explain some of the words to him and he understands some of the lighter stories. But I think 5 yr olds just enjoy being read to -- especially books with lots of words and substance versus a Dr. Seuss (althought he loves those, too). This really is our first major book to read together. We are half way through the Old Testament. I think we might do a Harry Potter book next!Beach Fanatic
I really liked Water For Elephants. I have A Thousand Splended Suns by Khaled Hosseini on tap. But I haven't emotionally geared up for it yet.
I am currently reading The Bible. My son got a great version from his preschool for his preschool graduation. Even though it's geared toward kids, I personally think it's the perfect version for myself! And he eagerly awaits reading it every night -- which is a bit bizarre to me.
A Thousand Splendid Suns was one of my favorite books last year. I read both Kiterunner and TSS; both excellent with male and female perspectives.
I have not gotten through the whole Bible. I would love to!
Beach Fanatic
Does anyone have any experience with the Good Reads website. www.goodreads.com It's similar to a virtual bookclub, I think -- which is about all I have time for. I haven't joined it yet. But think I might soon. I love to find out what people are reading -- especially from people who share the same taste. I hate that I end up reading all commercial bestsellers. It's like only watching hollywood blockbusters. They are enjoyable for sure -- but sometimes the soul needs a little indie film!
Beach Lover
Somewhat Enlightening and Interesting Reads
"Armageddon in Retrospect" -Kurt Vonnegut (the late KV's son Mark put together this book of short stories and letters from WWII never before published, some are hilariously funny but others are kind of depressing)
"Ghost Wars"-Steve Coll (I just started this one.. subtitle explains it all: 'The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, And Bin Laden, From The Soviet Union To September 10,2001').
"The Thirteen American Arguments" -MSNBC's Chris Matthews has called Newsweek's Howard Fineman's new book the bible on American politics and culture.
"The Coming China Wars"-Peter Navarro
Guilty Beach Novels
"The Appeal"- John Grisham (like most of his novels, it's predictable but still soooo good...read it about three weekends ago, and couldn't put it down)
"A Man Without A Country" -Kurt Vonnegut (so a little repetitive here, but I first read this book in ninth grade...every friend I have loaned it too has laughed out loud during the first few pages...really quick read, you could finish it in one sitting at the beach...but does require a certain type of humor).
"Dear American Airlines"- Jonathan Miles (Okay, I haven't actually read this one. I have a stack of books eleven feet high in my room that I'm in the process of reading, but last time I was in a bookstore I saw this new release from NY Times Columnist Miles...I became engrossed with it and found myself unconsciously sitting on the floor reading through the first few pages...it's a cross between Lewis Black anger and David Sedaris prose...I plan on going back this week to pick it up).
"Armageddon in Retrospect" -Kurt Vonnegut (the late KV's son Mark put together this book of short stories and letters from WWII never before published, some are hilariously funny but others are kind of depressing)
"Ghost Wars"-Steve Coll (I just started this one.. subtitle explains it all: 'The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, And Bin Laden, From The Soviet Union To September 10,2001').
"The Thirteen American Arguments" -MSNBC's Chris Matthews has called Newsweek's Howard Fineman's new book the bible on American politics and culture.
"The Coming China Wars"-Peter Navarro
Guilty Beach Novels
"The Appeal"- John Grisham (like most of his novels, it's predictable but still soooo good...read it about three weekends ago, and couldn't put it down)
"A Man Without A Country" -Kurt Vonnegut (so a little repetitive here, but I first read this book in ninth grade...every friend I have loaned it too has laughed out loud during the first few pages...really quick read, you could finish it in one sitting at the beach...but does require a certain type of humor).
"Dear American Airlines"- Jonathan Miles (Okay, I haven't actually read this one. I have a stack of books eleven feet high in my room that I'm in the process of reading, but last time I was in a bookstore I saw this new release from NY Times Columnist Miles...I became engrossed with it and found myself unconsciously sitting on the floor reading through the first few pages...it's a cross between Lewis Black anger and David Sedaris prose...I plan on going back this week to pick it up).
SoWal Expert
jdarg, I have a book I think you'll really like. Perfect for an animal lover and someone who's trying to apply animal training skills to spouse and children.
http://www.amazon.com/What-Shamu-Ta...bs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1212206771&sr=8-1
I knew you would have an interesting recommendation!
Beach Fanatic
"A Man Without A Country" -Kurt Vonnegut (so a little repetitive here, but I first read this book in ninth grade...every friend I have loaned it too has laughed out loud during the first few pages...really quick read, you could finish it in one sitting at the beach...but does require a certain type of humor).
My 21yr old babysitter is reading this book right now. When I saw it I wondered if it was any good! I might have to borrow it from her. I need quick reads.
percy
I recommend his books on tape. When HE tells the story with his southern accent and his comic timing. . . .there is nothing funnier!Oh, this is absolutely the truth. I love listening to him tell his stories.
Beach Fanatic
I read books three at a time: a brain candy book, an intellectual book, and something literary.
Currently --
Brain Candy: Bringing Home the Birkin
Haven't been super impressed so far...it's a good insight into the marketing of luxury items, but beyond that it's pretty light. Brain candy is supposed to be light, but.... At least the cover is awesome. It looks like a red crocodile Birkin bag.
Intellectual : A Problem from Hell Samantha Power
This book is depressing, and makes me feel like I've wasted my life because I am one year younger than Samantha Power, and she's had so many amazing experiences. I admire her adventurous spirit. It's a book you should read, but probably won't want to.
Literary: Intuition Allegra Goodman
Good book.
I've also ordered My Mistress' Sparrow is Dead
Currently --
Brain Candy: Bringing Home the Birkin
Haven't been super impressed so far...it's a good insight into the marketing of luxury items, but beyond that it's pretty light. Brain candy is supposed to be light, but.... At least the cover is awesome. It looks like a red crocodile Birkin bag.
Intellectual : A Problem from Hell Samantha Power
This book is depressing, and makes me feel like I've wasted my life because I am one year younger than Samantha Power, and she's had so many amazing experiences. I admire her adventurous spirit. It's a book you should read, but probably won't want to.
Literary: Intuition Allegra Goodman
Good book.
I've also ordered My Mistress' Sparrow is Dead
Beach Fanatic
Definitely looking forward to David Sedaris -- I'll have to make a field trip to Borders in the next few days.
Right now I'm reading A Wolf at the Table: A Memoir of my Father by Augusten Burroughs. So far it's very different from his previous books (Running With Scissors and Sellevision in particular made me laugh out loud) but it's very well-written and interesting, if a little dark.
I just finished The Chris Farley Show, written by Tom Farley, Jr.
Tom (Chris' older brother) gathered commentary from Chris Farley's friends and family an strung them together to create very vivid and heartbreaking story of his life.
Right now I'm reading A Wolf at the Table: A Memoir of my Father by Augusten Burroughs. So far it's very different from his previous books (Running With Scissors and Sellevision in particular made me laugh out loud) but it's very well-written and interesting, if a little dark.
I just finished The Chris Farley Show, written by Tom Farley, Jr.
Tom (Chris' older brother) gathered commentary from Chris Farley's friends and family an strung them together to create very vivid and heartbreaking story of his life.
SoWal Insider
OK, just bought JB's new book. It looks like it is an easy reader and wont take long to finish...
Beach Fanatic
im reading one book this summer and that one book would be... Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Volume 2: Seventh EditionSerway and Jewett
Checking your forum account
Please wait while we verify your forum account.