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robert’s last login was Friday, August 13, 2010.
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Love your favorites! And just as telling, your lack of love for "The Shipping News." I will definitely be checking out your shelf to find ideas for new reads.
Robert, you're falling off my list of book guys. Your shelf is almost identical to mine. So, I'm reaching out. What have you been reading that you love?
2008 Gastoni Award WinnersBy Dave Gaston4-5 StarsChina Road / Rob GiffordDual, The / John LukacsEvolution / Jean-Baptiste De PanafieuLong Walk, The / Slavomir RawiczMan Who Loved China / S.WinchesterOnly Yesterday / Fred AllenPeace Like A River / Leif Enger5 Star Audio BooksBeatles, The / Bob SpitzKill A Mockingbird, To / Harper LeeOutliners / Malcom GladwellReaching For Glory / Michael Beshloss Taking Charge / Michael Beshloss3+ Stars21; Burning Down House / B MezrichBook Thief, The / Markus ZusakBeautiful Mind, A / Sylvia NascarConsider The Lobster / David WallaceLiving Great Lakes / Jerry DennisLooking for Alaska / P JenkensNew World Coming / Nathan MillerThree Cups of Tea / Greg MortensonWhen Engulfed Flames / D. SedarisYour Inner Fish / Neil ShubinWhat does it take to win a Gastoni? Well, for starters, you better write a book on a topic I love. Next, your writing style has to be exquisite (to the point of awe and envy). Finally, your story telling has to be transporting. To sum it up, I quote Somerset:“When I read a book I seem to read it with my eyes only, but now and then I come across a passage, perhaps only a phrase, which has a meaning for me, and it becomes part of me.”On a more personal note, the time I spent reading and listening to books this year was pure escapism. It felt like I spent most of it in a hospital waiting room (which is not true). When I’d start obsessing about my girl Gracie’s cancer I’d crack a book and ride it hard to block the worst of my fears. At night, when I needed to find a path to sleep, I’d take the easy road and escape down a story line. A good book is a gift.Our family has so much to be thankful for this year. For starters, Carrie and I have our girl back! She now has about an inch of fine blond hair sticking straight out of her 5 year old head. At school they call her Q-tip. Her teachers call her Q-T-tip. I’ll post a couple holiday pictures of the family up on her website: caringbridge.org/visit/gracegastonYour friendship is counted among my many blessings. Merry Christmas to you and your family, My best for the New Year, Dave
Tiz the Season. I imagine, like me, you give books. My holiday list keeps getting longer and my holiday budget keeps getting smaller. What's a guy to do? Answer: Ask his stellar and sturdy Shelfarians where they place their orders. I order the majority of my books (for my own consumption) via Amazon Used... but I'm not going to gift a used book (tacky, tacky). So, have you found a place that would offer a deep discount for a volume buy? I'd appreciate you passing on the tip. Thanks, Merry Merry, Dave
Did you read, "The Long Walk" ? Did you like it? Thanks Dave
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Hi Robert!I read life of PI.............n its cooooooooollllll.Thanx a tons........pal.Bye.
hi robert,i added a book to my shelf but i don't know how can i reed it in this site?i'll be glad if you help and guide me how i can read a book that i choose.
Hi Robert, Noted your recent books. I was not a big fan of the Ghost Map... could have been a long short story in New Yorker or a novella... maybe not full length book. I've been reading about China and I'm interested in your take on 1421. I could not find your review of Amsterdam... but that could be me... not so hot with the new features of the site yet. Have a great Summer. Dave
hi robert,I'm sooo excited...my book, MY LIFE AS A CONCUBINE, was recently released from www.phaze.com...here's the link, if you'd like to check it out http://www.king-cart.com/Phaze/product=My+Life+as+a+ Concubine+/exact_match=exact if you read it, I'd appreciate any feedback...hope everything's great witchoo...cheers,robin
I have seen that you have "A Suitable Boy", by Vikram Seth, on your shelves.I am organizing a group read of this book with the "Indian wWriting and Indian Literature group." We are now reading the first secttion. Would you like to join us, and perhaps also let ohter people know about this discussions? Thanks.I hope I'll see you there.
Many Shelfarians have been tuning into the Radio program and I've been giving a shout out to friends here. You might enjoy tuning in, email me with your favorite recommended book and I'll read it on the air. BACKSTORY is live every Saturday from 4-6Central time from Nashville at 98.9fm or at www.radiofreenashville.org This weeks Great Company, Ron Hogan shares Great Stories from the road on covering the writing and publishing business from the inside out!And as always a mix of Great Music - Everything from Count Basie to Johnny Cash, U2, Derek & The Dominoes, Cream, Jewel, Santana, Rolling Stones and more. See you soon on the radio!Riverriver@riverjordan.us
Dear Mr. Robert Greetings,I wish to become your friend. I'll be waiting for your response.Nasir Husain
Robert - My son just recently had a book published - it is available from Amazon.com (search: Nick Trempus). Take a look - the reviews coming in are great - will be worth reading, i can guarantee!
and this book very imporance for people
please friend read with me
Hi Shelfarians,OK, I'm trying to take full advantage of the new features on Shelfari and in the process... take full advantage of my Shelfarian friends. I'm also trying to make good on my new year's resolution to prescreen potential "dog" books (i.e. terrible, stolen time, poorly written, trash).If you'd care to help a friend (me), I'd like to invite you to take a look at my "WISH LIST" shelf and based on your experience (if you have read them), suggest a few deletes or better substitutes.And by the way, I'll be happy to exchange the favor. Thanks in advance for your help and Happy New Year.Best, Dave
hi. i'm sure you enjoy a lot of different genres, and since you might find it fun, and we're a bit scarce on members, I was wondering if you'd like to join the group called "Writing Contests for Any Genre." You can find it under my group settings. Will you please join our group?-aLiwishes
