October 22, 2009 – 10:45 am
It is possible to read Cormac McCarthy’s The Road in less than one day, but you will find yourself dwelling in the world he creates (or should I say destroys?) for days, weeks, maybe years to come. I read the final pages with awe. The book, in my opinion, is a masterpiece. The last time I was [...]
On my return flight from Mexico, I was struck with the similarities between taking a vacation and reading a great book. Both provide an escape from everyday living, and both–when finished–leave you feeling vaguely disoriented as you attempt to return to real life.
Of course you can always combine these two pleasure…take a trip and read a [...]
February 9, 2009 – 2:04 pm
Harlequin is celebrating 60 years of publishing by offering a selection of free downloads…don’t miss out on this opportunity to sample some wonderful stories.
Here is where you go to download your free books: HarlequinCelebrates.
Happy Reading!
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December 26, 2008 – 6:27 pm
Would the world be a better place if people read more books? I think it would. This year I challenge you to:
Read a book to learn more about another part of the world. Recently I enjoyed The Book Thief about a young girl’s experiences in World War II Germany.
Read a book on a non-fiction topic that [...]
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December 2, 2008 – 11:46 am
I just found out from my friend, Harlequin Author Donna Alward that eharlequin has a “bargain basement” section and that Matthew’s Children (The second title in my Three Good Men trilogy) is now available for just over $3! There are lots of great books here…the perfect place to go shopping for Christmas Stocking Stuffers. Check it [...]
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November 5, 2008 – 6:03 pm
When I read “The Year of Pleasures” by Elizabeth Berg–a novel about a widow’s first year without her husband–I marked this passage as especially moving:
Outside, it had begun to snow: tiny flakes that made it look like the earth was being salted. Tomorrow I would need to buy a new shovel–the one John had used [...]
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