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Charlene V

Charlene V

has 8 followers and is following 6 people

I'm single now and my two daughters are finished college and out on their own, one in Chicago and one in Rochester. I'm working Full-time in a Library. I have been making quilts for family and friends now for about 30 years and am still enjoying it. I do also make some for charities such as the Linus Project and others. And yes of course,... more »
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  • Lauren

    Lauren says

    Ouran is very funny! Who is your favorite character from that series and from the Wallflower? Yaoi... I've never watched or read anything from that sort of catagory, but I suppose if the plot was really that good I'd be taken into consideration.

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

    Lauren says

    I've only seen the anime for it, but it was really funny too! And, yes, some of it is pretty good. :) Is the Wallflower your favorite? Have you heard of Ouran High School Host Club?

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

    Lauren says

    Haha! I love the picture. :)

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • jan w

    jan w says

    Charlene, I saw your fantasy suggestions and requested a Patricia Briggs at the library for my son who likes mysteries and fantasy. He really liked the book and went out and bought some. I mostly read mysteries but do like some YA fantasy like the Harry Potter, Charlie Bone, Artemus Fowl, Fablehaven series, and I liked Brooks' 'Magic Kingdom' (but not the follow-up books - too war-like) and a few others. I keep an eye out for him for new authors to try. Working in a library has to be great fun. It's easier now for me to request books on-line and my son picks them up at a library branch close to home. I really do miss "going" to the library and spending a couple of hours browsing around and taking in the atmosphere that only a library has.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Boots S

    Boots S says

    Charlene:
    I finished Crossfire and enjoyed it. It was a bit different from the previous books because racing was really not central to the plot Wasn't that a twist in the end? I was shocked that Isabel was in with the "bad guys". It was interesting to learn how Tom used his war experiences to get himself out of trouble.

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  • Boots S

    Boots S says

    Charlene
    Yes the Sid Halley books were terrific.
    You are very fortunate to be able to obtain the books so quickly. I get almost all my books from my library, but I must go on the waiting list if the book is current. I once bought books (and mostly paper back), but decided to be thrifty and use the public library. It has worked very well for me and I believe I do more reading now.

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  • Boots S

    Boots S says

    Hi
    Well you are a Dick Francis fan!! I am now reading Crossfire (written along with son, Felix) Have you read it? I really liked his earlier books before his wife died. I enjoyed learning so much about horse racing, but also about glass making, banking, etc.

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  • Melissa B

    Melissa B says

    Wow! 100 quilts! Thats alot! Sounds like you really enjoy Quilting.
    Babies are wonderful, Im sure they will love your quilts!

    I havent read anything by Georgia Evans.. I like Romance and cozy mysteries the best.
    Did you like The Quilters Apprentice series?

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  • Melissa B

    Melissa B says

    I love quilts! I have 2 wonderful quilts that my Grandmother made and I cherish them.
    and..I love reading the series about quilt making starting with The Quilters Apprentice.
    Drop me a note sometime, if you like! :0)

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Angel K.

    Angel K. says

    Thank you for answering my question with more than a simple 'yes' or 'no. I appreciate it. I'll definitely keep this book in mind the next time I need something to read. The plot sounds really interesting.

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Richard Jay Parker

    Richard Jay Parker says

    HI Charlene,

    Thanks so much for your message and taking an interest in my book.

    It's my debut but it's attracting a lot of interest (from TV and film companies as well).

    There's a deal on at Book Depository at the moment. It's 30% off and shipping is free to the US. Cheaper than Amazon.

    http://www.bookdepository.co.uk/book/9780749007072/Stop-Me

    Or you can get signed copies direct from publisher by emailing chiarapriorelli@allisonandbusby

    Also available, of course, from Amazon.co.uk

    Would love to have some feedback from you if you do decide to read it.

    Kind regards,

    Richard

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Eva C

    Eva C says

    I just started reading Elantris and it seems like a good one.

    I've been listening to World Without End. Sometimes I really enjoy it and then it switches to a section about Godwin & his aunt. I'm repulsed by the political maneuvering they are involved in, but like picking a scab, it's fascinating to see how it's actually done. So, I don't listen to it for very long before I have to do something else.
    I enjoyed the Second Summoning, but not as much as Enchanted Emporium. I'm looking forward to checking out the new books you have on your recent activity.

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Eva C

    Eva C says

    Have you read Enchanted Emporium by Tanya Huff? I enjoyed it soooo much. It's my favorite of her books, so far.

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Eva C

    Eva C says

    I'm glad you mentioned "Elantris." I'll read it first. Our library isn't very large, but I can go online and have books sent from any library in the county to the local library. It saves a lot of time & gas. But I sometimes miss the books I would see if I browsed the library. When I search online, I only see what I search for.
    Our summer won't be over until October, but at least it's not a dry one. I like thunderstorms and rain and I don't like fires ;-) Sometimes when people come to visit they're disappointed by the amount of rain we get, but since I live here, I've learned how to adjust my schedule to suit the weather. It's usually sunny in the morning and even if the sun isn't out in the afternoon, it doesn't usually rain until after 3:00. How was your summer?

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  • Jennifer H. (Jen-ney)

    Jennifer H. (Jen-ney) says

    Thanks!

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  • Jennifer H. (Jen-ney)

    Jennifer H. (Jen-ney) says

    I have had the recent urge to start quilting but it seems like so much is involved and I can't draw a straight line with a ruler, I don't know that i'd ever get my corners to line up!!! I love that you can do so many things with quilts though! I love your picture!

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Charlene

    Charlene says

    Hello, I love your Quilting picture attached to your profile! My mother quilts and works in a quilting store and my sister works in a small town library so I really love browsing your bookshelf, noting your favorites and especially your quilting books.

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  • Eva C

    Eva C says

    Thanks for the recommendation. I haven't logged on for a few weeks and now I'm getting enthused about this site and reading again.

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  • Christel B

    Christel B says

    Like you, I also work part-time in a library and I have been a quilter for about 14 years. I found it interesting that although we both like mysteries, fantasy and science fiction, we have very few books in common on our book shelves. So many books, so little time! I also enjoy gardening (my summer time outdoor flower quilts) and kayaking in the backwaters of the Mississipi River. oh, yes, I almost forgot my other hobby - I play music with a group of friends - we all play recorders. My life is fulll!

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  • Madelyn L

    Madelyn L says

    Hi Charlene, I work in a library, too. I am a part time library associate and love it.

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )

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