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Books I want to re-read

March 6, 2024 By D'Ann Mateer

While cataloging and arranging my home library recently, I ran across several books I haven’t read in a long while. Of course, that’s the majority of them, right? But a few I marked as ones I want to re-read.  But first, why re-read? Because yes, I have sooooo many books waiting to be read for the first time! 1, I re-read for the sake of nostalgia. This happens when I rediscover a book that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, Reading Tagged With: children's classic books, Frances Hodgson Burnett, Frances Parkinson Keyes, Madeleine L'Engle, old books

Book Club Reads

March 1, 2024 By Robin Lee Hatcher

Do you belong to a book club? I’ve found that a book club expands my reading a lot simply because I’m not always reading my own choice. I'm not always reaching for my favorite genres or authors. Years ago (circa 2007-2008) I participated in a book club. I don’t remember for how long the club lasted or how many books we read. But I do remember two of the selections: The Kite Runner by Khaled … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, Reading

My Library and Book Buddy

February 7, 2024 By D'Ann Mateer

When we put our house back together in December, we saved our library for last. The reason was two-fold.  First, we had our bookshelves re-stained and they weren’t finished until late December. Second, we wanted to take our time re-shelving our books, including cataloging them.  This is the result! It’s almost completely done. We still need a round rug and a set of steps to allow us … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, House and home, Reading Tagged With: book apps, Book Buddy, books, home library

Do You Like a Challenge?

January 18, 2024 By Karen Witemeyer

With the cold front that has swept the country this week, I'm feeling a strong desire to shirk all responsiblities and curl up in a cozy nook with a warm beverage and a good book. I haven't given into said urge . . . yet . . . I'm still going to the day job and pounding out words on the computer at home. However, I keep my Kindle and tea mug close at hand in case I can sneak in 20-30 minutes of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, Reading Tagged With: Reading Challenges

5 Book Recommendations for Your Reading Pleasure + 1 Giveaway

January 11, 2024 By Cara Putman

With the cold weather or book deadlines, all I've wanted to do is curl up with a good book. Thanks to that, I've been reading a lot of great books lately. Today I thought I'd bring you a few of my favorite reads form the last few months. I love writing, but I also love sharing books I enjoy with other readers. It's one of the reasons I started Book Talk. So be sure to check out these books if you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Reading Tagged With: Book recommendations, cara putman, Dani Pettrey, giveaway, Julie Klassen, Lynette Eason, reading, Roseanna White, Suzanne Allain

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