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There's a great interview with Maurice Sendak by Bill Moyers online that you might like (at least it should be online). Originally, the Wild Things were supposed to be horses but Sendak couldn't draw or paint horses so he decided to do 'things' instead.
Hi Library "Anne", I just found your message of 3 months ago...What I liked about "Last Child in the Woods" was the difference in play when children are in groomed environments, like parks with mown grass, versus wild nature. After I read that, I have so noticed a difference in the places my kids gravitate towards.See you soon!
Yes, Religious Literacy was worth reading. I should rate them, but in the meantime, I only post books that I thought were worthwhile. I don't want to advertise poor books by including them on my shelf.
Any ideas from your list for a good discussion book for book group next year? You'll be amazed to see that I've added quite a few books to my shelf. We are discussing Me to We with our spouses/guests tomorrow night at a party in our garden.
Wendy, you're bookshelf has already given me future reading ideas. For this I am eternally grateful. Now, concerning Ms. Atwood. My favorite was The Blind Assassin, but I also liked Cat's Eye. I've read Lady Oracle, and wasn't all that fond of it. I tried A Handmaid's Tale, and it just wasn't for me. I hope that helps.
Let me guess - Youth Librarian? That's somewhat where I started, many years ago. I still think children's service is the most important thing we do. It is the foundation of the public library - if we don't get them when they are young with a love of reading, books and the library, we'll be dead in the water.
There's a really good DVD and book that we have (though I recommend the DVD, for the performances) called "The Question of God" about reason vs. faith. They talk specifically about the lives and views of C.S. Lewis and Sigmund Freud. Hope you're feeling better.
I noticed you had "Left To Tell" on your shelf and was wondering if you'd heard about or were interested in "An Ordinary Man" that was the basis for the film 'Hotel Rwanda.' How did you like "A Grief Observed?"
Well, that's very nice of you to say. Eventually I want to replace it, but it's one of the more recent complimentary photos I have, so I'm sticking with it for now. I think I'd prefer it if I weren't scowling, but, you don't always get what you want. Thanks for accepting the friendship add!
I read a write up in the paper on People of the Book- and I can't wait to read it. My book club is reading Peace like a River later this year- I am interested to see what you think of it. Hope your weekend is great!
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Thanks! I really enjoyed "Confessions of a Pagan Nun"-- the voice was so unique. I think you just have to approach it for what it is-- it's in diary/journal format-- because the format, and the narrator's purposes for keeping the journal, make it very different than a typical story. I'd like to read it again with less bias and expectations of my own. It's such an original concept, and as we all know, those are rare indeed :)
Hello Anne! I can't believe I have three girls(9,7,2) and have never heard of the book 17 Things I'm Not Allowed To Do Anymore. It just went straight to my wish list! Thanks for the review! Can't wait to read more of your reviews and picks. Have a great day!
My 5YO son loves "17 Things I'm Not Allowed to Do Anymore"-- glad you reviewed it!
Hi there... thanks for adding me to your friends! I was very interested in your review of The Notebook... I'm reading that right now after hearing so many enthusiastic reviews of it. I'm only on page 45 or so, but so far, I don't get the hype... it seems like a very run-of-the-mill romance and not particularly original or well-written. I'm hoping it will improve, but if it doesn't, I'm glad to see a highly qualified reviewer felt the same way ;)
Hi there- and thank you for the friendship. I must admit, when I was young I always wanted to be a librarian (sometimes I still do!). I love your job! I look forward to watching your shelf and seeing how you rate books. Wishing you the best!ramona
Hey the Shannon Hale books are pretty good. I mean, they aren't going to change the world or anything, but they are definitely books that I want to read with my kids someday. My favorite is still Princess Academy, but it's always fun to read a series like Goose Girl/Enna Burning because you get to know the characters so well. Anyway, they are all a great, easy read! Have you picked out your food memoir yet?
That's true about Tender at the Bone! I remember something about a bohemian lifestyle and the fabulous food that she cooks. I'm afraid I've been pretty randomly adding books in no systematic fashion as selections come to mind that I've enjoyed for one reason or another. I do remember enjoying Tender at the Bone, though honestly I don't remember it that well.
I liked Year of Wonders--rather depressing and unexpected, but a good read. I haven't read any of her other books, and I've never read the Little Women books, either, so I can't say much for it, but maybe I'll give another of hers a try.