I'm finding that the only thing keeping me sane in these challenging times is reading. Because I'm disgusted by the lack of education in our country -- and, worse, the pride in that ignorance -- I'm determined to keep learning, to keep seeking out different voices and to keep … [Read more...] about 5 books you’ll want to read now
Books
a reading list for a new year, part 2
In Part 1, my incomparable bibliotherapist, Rachel, recommended some fascinating but pretty heavy reading to get us through the coming (four) year(s). Here's Part 2 of her suggested reading list. Start ordering these books now -- and while you're at it, pick up one of those new … [Read more...] about a reading list for a new year, part 2
new books for fall
When I was in college, I always looked forward to getting the reading lists for my literature classes and heading to the bookstore. So, now that it's September, I've put together a list of required reading for you. And you don't even have to go back to school! … [Read more...] about new books for fall
a session with my bibliotherapist
Now that you've all fallen in love with my bibliotherapist, Rachel Stevenson since meeting her in yesterday's post, I wanted to share my first "session" with her. If she's up for it, there will be many more. Note: if you are in a particular mood and need a book for whatever … [Read more...] about a session with my bibliotherapist
meet my bibliotherapist :)
I am so excited about this, I can't wait to share it with you! The other day, I came across a piece in The New Yorker, "Can Reading Make You Happier?" Duh. Anyway, the article is all about bibliotherapy, which it defines as "the ancient practice of encouraging reading … [Read more...] about meet my bibliotherapist :)
more beach books!
I gave you five suggestions for great beach reads yesterday but here are five more because summer days are long and you will gobble up all of these books fast! … [Read more...] about more beach books!
beach books!
The Fourth of July weekend means summer's really here. And summer means beach books. Beach books get a bad rap. They're often dismissed as light and fluffy -- entertaining enough to keep your attention between naps, but not the stuff of great literature. I beg to differ. … [Read more...] about beach books!
right in time for summer reading: the boxes of books promotion is back!
Filled with vacations and lazy weekends, summer is a big reading season. So, back by popular demand, I'm offering another Boxes of Books promotion! Many of you have been asking me to do one before the Fourth of July so here you go, my fellow book lovers. All you have to do … [Read more...] about right in time for summer reading: the boxes of books promotion is back!