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Book Talk » My 6 year old son wants to read Eragon....
luv2sewtjr 17 yrs ago | 6 replies
...I just purchased it for him at the book fair. He's a good reader, but this will be the longest book he's read. I haven't had time to read it yet and I was wondering about the content. I know it's a fantasy/adventur…
Book Talk » November 1 and 2. What are you reading? » Bookseller of Kabul...
luv2sewtjr 17 yrs ago | 2 replies
...the author's name has escaped me, but I am finding it a very compelling book.
Book Talk » Children's book suggestions-please » Have fun!
luv2sewtjr 17 yrs ago
There are some really neat "how to draw" books available for her age. I would buy one in her area of interest and get her a sketchbook and some charcoals or colored pencils. If you are near a Michael's or A.C. Moore cr…
(Not-So-) Random Acts of BookCrossing Kindness » ISO: The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell on audio
luv2sewtjr 17 yrs ago
It's not available through interlibrary loan and we don't have the computer capabilities to purchase it through audible. I will be happy to borrow, pay postage or trade. I do have some unregistered books so I'll chec…
Book Talk » Pope Joan by Donna Cross
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago | 5 replies
Has anyone read this? Pope Joan is my book club's February selection and I'm finding myself a little disappointed in the book. The historical aspect is excellent; she really does a great job establishing the time and…
Book Talk » Is anyone scaling back on their reading??
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago | 73 replies
Okay, I know this is a weird question, but I wanted to ask it. I have been scaling back on my reading. As much as I'd like to read more, it's just not happening right now. I've got a houseful of children and a lot of …
Book Talk » Am i the only one who hasn't finished a book this year yet? » I'm in that club too.
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
The holidays were busy and I've got a houseful of kids (13,11,5,3 and 1). My 11 year old swims and that is very time consuming. I've also had 4 of the 5 sick, and we're talking sick enough for doctor's visits. That's …
(Not-So-) Random Acts of BookCrossing Kindness » Thank you for the wings!!
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago | 1 replies
I've been away since 4 of my 5 children are in various stages of sickness. Imagine my surprise when I logged in and found out that I had wings! How wonderful! Thank you!!
Book Talk » BBC Radio seeks fans of Louis de Bernieres "Captain C's Mandolin" » This was one of my all-time favorite books.
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago | 1 replies
If we email a question, will we be anonymous? I would prefer to be identified with a first name and last initial or is it done as a reader from XXX asks...?
Book Talk » Memoirs/ personal essays of interest to high school students » I first read Richard Feynman in high school.
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
At that age, one of my favorite parts about Surely You're Joking... was the part about safecracking. I think Bill Bryson would be a good one. I read my first Appalachian Trail book in high school.
Book Talk » Sylvia Plath - A phase we all go through? » I attempted to read The Bell Jar last year...
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago | 10 replies
...and I just couldn't relate to the main character. I think I made it almost 75 pages before quitting. I would have to agree with the "phase" responses.
Book Talk » Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons by Lorna Landvik » I liked it myself...and I don't ordinarily go for chick lit.
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
It was lighter than stuff I usually read, but I liked seeing how the characters evolved. Our book club always picks an "easier" book over the holiday months. It's still a worthy selection, in my opinion. :)
Book Talk » For those who have read Interpreter of Maladies » Temporary Matters was my favorite, hands down...
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
...having experienced a still born child, I thought Lahiri realistically captured the emotions, etc. And believe me, my marriage almost didn't survive the experience. I haven't been that moved by a work of fiction in a…
Book Talk » Like Water for Chocolate » I just finished it the other day...
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
...and I enjoyed it. This was my first foray into magical realism and I just loved it. I really lost myself in the story. The characters were drawn quite well, although I didn't think Pedro was fleshed out enough. Bu…
Book Talk » Call for book finding help! » If you need a contemporary YA novel...
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
...you could read Define Normal by Julie Ann Peters. The two main characters are participating in a peer counseling program.
(Not-So-) Random Acts of BookCrossing Kindness » My daughter's wonderful RABCK story... » That's beautiful...
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
...the generosity of children is always so sincere too. :) Thanks for telling us.
Book Talk » Which first? Lovely Bones or Lucky » It doesn't really matter...
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
...but I think Lucky is far better than The Lovely Bones. I felt The Lovely Bones was a little over-rated. Just my two cents worth. ;)
(Not-So-) Random Acts of BookCrossing Kindness » The Jester by James Patterson & Andrew Gross (audio cass) available
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
This is an abridgement. Willing to trade or accept postage. Thanks!
Book Talk » Like Water for Chocolate
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago | 23 replies
I saw this on the bargain shelf and I picked it up and put it down at Target. Is this a good book? Well-written and engaging? I'm in a reading rut and I need something to lift me out of it...looking for some feedback,…
Book Talk » Reading Clubs - What do you think? » I love mine!
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
We are a smallish (about 10) group of women and we read all kinds of books. I would say 3/4 of the time is book discussion with hellos at the beginning and a bit of chit chat at the end. We have several books that keep…
(Not-So-) Random Acts of BookCrossing Kindness » Holiday Gift Giving - Thank You » I'm already getting sudoku puzzles...
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago | 37 replies
...from all over the world!! I got a neat bunch from the UK including a "Killer" puzzle that I can't wait to start. Many, many thanks. It's the little things that make me smile. :)
Book Talk » Suggestions for books for a 15 year old? » I read loads of Stephen King and other junk at that age ;)
luv2sewtjr 18 yrs ago
Mitch Albom's books are popular with teenagers. I also loved Jonathon Livingston Seagull and other books by Richard Bach. 1984 and Fahrenheit 451 were other favorites.

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