Yuppers, another two-fer this month, as 5 Minutes for Books asks you to give us a peek at the pile of books that are next in line for your reading consumption. From last month's nightstand, I am actually quite pleased to report that I finished four out of the five, with only one just not catching me in the first few chapters. That one's been tabled for now (shelved, I guess), and I've moved on to greener pastures. Right now, this is what I'm looking at:* Not That Kind of Girl by Carlene Bauer-- I'm just a bit over halfway through, and while I'm enjoying this uniquely written memoir, I'm thinking that it's going to be challenging to review... there's a lot going on here, and it's less strictly chronological, but more philosophical in nature. Above all, I do feel confident in saying that I would love to sit and chat with Bauer-- she's incredibly introspective, and I so love that!
* Overcoming ADHD: Helping Your Child Become Calm, Engaged and Focused-- Without a Pill by Stanley Greenspan-- I've just started this one, and I have to admit to a very large dose of skepticism about the title alone, having some direct experience with ADHD in multiple forms... we'll see how this one goes...
* Spooner by Pete Dexter-- Alright, I admit that I've read the first chapter of this new novel, but I was somewhat distracted and when I got to that point, I realized that it's written with a very distinctive voice that may require me paying more attention. I'll pick it up again, when I have a few quiet moments to refocus.
* Mother Daze: Tales from the Imperfect Playground by Christine Carr will be up soon, and I'm looking forward to hopefully being able to laugh along with this one.
* Karma for Beginners by Jessica Blank is a new YA novel that I'm going to try out. Don't know much about it yet, but I'm thinking that I shoud read more YA just for the heck of it.
And while we're talking books, if you're interested, here are some links to my last month's worth of reviews:
* A wonderful audiobook of folk tales and stories: Tell Me a Story 3: Women of Wonder.
* A BEAUTIFUL storybook and CD of Pete Yarrow singing classic Americana songs: Let's Sing Together!
* Just about the most anticipated YA novel of the year: Catching Fire.
* An adorable and rhythmic picture book about the blues, and um, bugs: The Daddy Longlegs Blues.
* A boisterous and colorful picture book about the perils of the hiccups: The Hiccupotamus.
* An incredibly practical (and sometimes much-needed) parenting guide: Liking the Child You Love.
* A DC-based author's memoir about following women's magazines' advice for a year: Up for Renewal-- The giveaway is still open until later tonight, so go enter!!
* A new middle-grade novel just in time for this year's holidays: Secrets of a Christmas Box.
There you have it-- what I've read and reviewed, along with what's coming down the pike. Boy, I love this whole world of books and blogging! What are you planning to read this month? Link on up with us!
With much book love,
I think skepticism can be a great thing in reading. The ADHD book does sound bold.
ReplyDeleteI always cull some intriguing titles here. Thanks for sharing your list!
Yeah, the ADHD one caught me attention (no pun intended!) as well, as the mom of a child with it. I'll have to check it out. Thanks for some good reading ideas!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on accomplishing so very much! =) And I just read your review on The Listeners. Awesome! You did a great job.
ReplyDeleteYou do such a great job in sparking my interest in so many books. Now where can I buy some extra time just for reading???
ReplyDeleteIt does sound like you are doing some brain-stretching reading!
ReplyDeleteAnd you should read more YA just for the heck of it. It's not usually brain-stretching, which can be a good thing.
Thanks for the comment. I like your blog.
ReplyDeleteAbout a year ago, I got it into my head that I should just read the classics. Whatever. Two weeks in, I succumbed to the YA novel. Sometimes you just need to read the fluff to escape the seriousness of life.
I love the title, Karma for Beginners!
ReplyDeleteI am very curious about Overcoming ADHD: Helping Your Child Become Calm, Engaged and Focused-- Without a Pill. I am skeptical as well but still cannot wait to read what you think.
ReplyDeleteYA books can have some wonderful stories. I like many of the YA stories that I chosen to read.
Have a Fun Reading October!
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