I’ve read 15 books since January, so I’m well on my way to beating last year’s goal of 30. I’ve also been reviewing for a library-related publication, so my non-fiction reading has increased (and lead to some unlikely gems in the process). There’s a difference between the kind of reading I do for pleasure vs. reading to write a review, but here are some of the best I’ve read so far.
A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki
My first book of the new year and it was perfect. Thought-provoking, genre-bending, and a pleasure to read.
A Solemn Pleasure by Melissa Pritchard
Currently in prepub (out May 2015), this collection of essays on subjects as diverse as aging, writing, spirituality, death, dachshunds, and more was just what I needed to get over myself.
Sex Criminals, vol. 1 by Matt Fraction and Chip Zdarsky
If you choose to check this graphic novel out from the library (as I did), you will get funny looks. They’re worth it.
Meanwhile, I’m reading Twee by Marc Spitz and the final installment in Gail Carriger’s Finishing School series, Waistcoats & Weaponry, both from the library (which means my effort to get through the TBR pile is just as poor as it was in 2014). Twee is my downtime at work book (for those moments when I need to refresh), while W&W is keeping me sane between writing sessions.
For a complete list, visit my LibraryThing.
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