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Book Review: The Stuff That Never Happened
The Story The Stuff That Never Happened, by Maddie Dawson, is narrated by Annabelle McKay. Mother of two kids that have recently flown the coop–Nicky’s a freshman in college and Sophie, newly married and expecting, lives in New York City–she settles back into married life with her husband, Grant, in their ancient New Hampshire farmhouse. The only problem is that Grant, a community college professor and labor historian writing his first book, is hardly ever home. When … Read entire article »
Filed under: Contemporary Literature
Books I Can’t Wait to Read: Fall 2011 Edition
These are the books crowding the top of my to-read list. Anticipate with me, friends! There’s a little chill in the air, and it’s time to snuggle up with a cup of tea and the latest read. Karl Marlantes’ new book, What It Is Like to Go to War, releases Tuesday, September 6. He recently shared the books that shaped him on the fantastic Book Lady’s Blog (she also raved about his first book, Matterhorn). Shelf Awareness also review has a stunning review of What It Is Like to Go to War. I can’t wait to read The Astral, by Kate Christensen, which was a summer blockbuster. I’ve pretty much been super jealous of anyone and everyone who’s managed to track down a copy. Check out Kit’s review and get ready to … Read entire article »
Filed under: Contemporary Literature, Thoughts on Literature
Posts Distilled: Summer Reads
As you’re reading this, several wonderful things have happened: 1. I’ve had my last day of work. 2. I am spending some time with my family. 3. I am on my way to the beach! I apologize for causing jealousy but had to share my joy. Enjoy some summer reading musings … Washington Post Best Reads of the Summer. I’m most excited about An Atlas of Impossible Longing, The Paris Wife, and State of Wonder. Summer Reading Lists Bum … Read entire article »
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Posts Distilled
A few gems for your reading pleasure… Plausible but inappropriate book covers, with “witty” blurbs by Jonathan Franzen. Hilarious. How to Hit Rock Bottom and Come Back a Business Owner (Without Breaking a Nail. Or Resorting to Prostitution. Mostly.) Guest post by Ash Ambirge of TMF, over at Redhead Writing. Ash’s posts always inspire me to get off my butt and do something. If you like your beach books a little meatier than the average fluff, check out … Read entire article »
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Posts Distilled
Howdy! Loving the sun? My big news for the week is that Books Distilled is now on Twitter! You can follow me at @booksdistilled as I fall into this (hopelessly addicting) social media. Some great reading material from this week… I was super jealous because most book bloggers in the world were at BEA (the Book Expo America) in New York City last week. My new blogger friend Kit got to meet Margaret Atwood, which sounded AWESOME; … Read entire article »
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Exciting Announcement! And Posts Distilled
Exciting Announcement! Books Distilled has been chosen as a featured blog for TLC Book Tours, a virtual book tour website. Authors utilize TLC when they are publicizing a new book, and the book “tours” across several blogs over the course of a month or two. The author is also available to the blogger for interviews and Q&As. I’m thrilled to be working with TLC. I’ll be reviewing Wanderlust, a travel memoir by Elisabeth Eaves, … Read entire article »
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Ever stand in the bookstore or library, gazing around blankly, overwhelmed by choices, jealous of the other purposeful browsers? This blog is for you.
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