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Gracie's Book Picks

Gracie's Book Picks

I'm an avid reader of all sorts of books. I don't think that I can be pigeon-holed into a particular category - I enjoy jumping from one genre to another and then to another.

John Steinbeck has to be one of the best authors ever - his writing style captures the essence of people and their lives. New contemporary lit also captures my... more »
  • Monterey , CA
  • member since December 24 2007

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  • Kristel

    Kristel says

    Welcome to 1001 books. You can keep track of the books you have read from the book, 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die, join in the discussions on the books we are reading for the month (BOTM) or you can debate the merits of the list as some enjoy doing. We hope you will want to join in the choosing of BOTM and the discussions. The current books are pinned to the top for that month. There are older discussions that can be found by searching discussions. If there is any way the group administrator can help further feel free to ask one of us. If you don’t own the book the list can be found at the top in the group description or at http://www.listology.com/content_show.cfm?content_id=22845. A downloadable list of the second edition is available at http://johnandsheena.co.uk/books/?

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • T.  Miller Ryan

    T. Miller Ryan says

    Have you read the Twilight books yet? I'm thinking about starting...

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • T.  Miller Ryan

    T. Miller Ryan says

    I'm reading several things, so all are going slowly. :) Buffalo for the Broken Heart, Edgar Sawtelle and The Arsonist's Guide to Writer's Homes in New England.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • T.  Miller Ryan

    T. Miller Ryan says

    What are you reading now? :)

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Rena B

    Rena B says

    ooh you got some books I'm interested in. I'll check out your ratings soon. 'Walter the Farting Dog' is one of my so's favs so I know it word for word. thanks for the invite, some of the greatest books I've read were recommended by friends.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Casey C

    Casey C says

    Thanks for the invite. Steinbeck is also one of my favorites! Just picked up "Cup of Gold", "A Russian Journal", and "To a God Unknown". Three I haven't read. Love diving and hanging out in the Monterey , Pacific Grove area too!

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • T.  Miller Ryan

    T. Miller Ryan says

    OMG... The Book Theif is SO GOOD. I'm so glad you're reading it. :)

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • T.  Miller Ryan

    T. Miller Ryan says

    a shelf full of books
    the ocean within your reach
    yet you sit and read?

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • DorienGrey

    DorienGrey says

    Hi, Gracie: I haven't been to Shelfari in a while and just now got your friend invitation, which I'm happy to accept. Since you are an avid reader and like all genres, I would be delighted to number you as one of my readers, and I invire you to go to my website (http://www.doriengrey.net), where you can read the first chapter of all 12 of my current books (two more coming shortly). Thanks again.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • T.  Miller Ryan

    T. Miller Ryan says

    I think your bookshelf is getting heavier! :)

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • T.  Miller Ryan

    T. Miller Ryan says

    I'm writing now! :) It's been a hectic month... but, I'm getting my feet back on the ground and reading and writing some more. No snakes in the attic yet, but it'll happen. I promise. :)

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Lance Z

    Lance Z says

    Minneapolis is going well, sold 3 short stories and working on my new novel, my reading is way behind, Enjoy seeing what you are reading. Any writing? Miss you....

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • T.  Miller Ryan

    T. Miller Ryan says

    I accidentally deleted your note to me... I saw a quick glance at it before my finger went awry and it said you've been working on the challenge? Snakes in the attic!

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Jim P

    Jim P says

    Thanks. Gracie is adorable!

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • sharifullah A

    sharifullah A says

    Hi.Thanks for adding me as a friend.Thanks

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Rick R. Reed

    Rick R. Reed says

    Thanks, Gracie! You sure know how to pick 'em.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • M. Ryan

    M. Ryan says

    Yes you would love small steps!!!

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • T.  Miller Ryan

    T. Miller Ryan says

    I think The Historian is next on my list... Just finished Fahrenheit 451. Wow!

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • T.  Miller Ryan

    T. Miller Ryan says

    So what book is next on your to-read list?

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )