one book leads to another
Are you a ‘power of positive thinking’ kind of person? I definitely am. Words and thoughts matter, people! My favorite book on the subject is the classic The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Dr. Joseph Murphy. It speaks to me more than others. But I have to say that Jen Sincero, a relative newcomer … Continue reading Badass Habits
I finished reading Colson Whitehead's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Underground Railroad, a few days ago. While I've made some notes for a review, I need to sit with it some more. The novel is that good. Whitehead is that good. Certain books are so steeped in reality that I feel a little guilty enjoying them. … Continue reading Two novels, two Pulitzers, too good to ignore
Did you know that #libraryhaul is a hashtag on Twitter and Instagram? I just discovered it... Photos of stacks of books abound, some artfully placed, some just on a shelf. It's a fun way to discover a new book or two. I'm so grateful for my library. Here's my current haul: First, I had These … Continue reading Library haul
I love how one thing will lead to another, and another, and suddenly I'm exposed to things I never sought out, things I never would have stumbled upon. Especially with books and movies / shows. I recently read an eerily current thriller about a global pandemic called The End of October (review: https://bookthrasher.com/2020/12/04/the-end-of-october/). When I … Continue reading One thing leads to another
I haven’t felt much like reading the past couple days. I’m in shock, trying to process things. Seen at Wednesday’s insurrection / coup / riot (what are you calling it?) Nooses Confederate flags An “Auschwitz Camp” sweatshirt with “Staff” printed on the back White supremacy is real. Systemic racism is real. Antisemitism is real. Should … Continue reading American Folklore
Habits are having their day, have you noticed? I'm in the middle of Jen Sincero's new book Badass Habits, and next up is a recommendation from a friend called Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg. So I thought I'd dust off the first book review I ever wrote, on two books: The Power of Habit and … Continue reading The secret world of habits
Twelve months of reading - it was a very good year with lots of standouts. Reviews are linked. Don't Turn Around by Jessica Barry boasted a blurb / recommendation from Karin Slaughter, one of my favorite authors, and it definitely delivered. Two compelling female characters and a page-turning story. Great way to start the year! … Continue reading 2021 book roundup
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