@@LiterateTexan I loved the beautiful prose and imagery. Almost felt like I was there. Oh and the characters were so vivid and heart wrenching. I'll have to check out his other works.
I think it's kind of hilarious that Tony Robbins would be using behavioral conditioning (little rest, physical exertion, little food, repeating "yes"), to get you to "upgrade" to a more expensive seminar. What the hell happened to him? The James Lee Burke novel sounds great. I'm gonna check it out. I read Blood Meridian not too long ago; blew my way. Cheers.
Tiny still does seminars, but he's shredded his vocal cords over the years, so he doesn't do as many events. Also, he's probably 64 now and I can't imagine he needs money like he once did.
Tiny still does seminars, but he's shredded his vocal cords over the years, so he doesn't do as many events. Also, he's probably 64 now and I can't imagine he needs money like he once did.
It's so funny how you don't like I'm Thinking of Ending Things. I read it, I watched the movie and lately I've been wanting to read it again now that I have a fuller idea of the book. So I ordered a battered, used copy online (a rough, almost torn copy seemed fitting for it). I like it enough to want to understand it more. I'm currently reading The Guns of Dawn by Adrian Tchaikovsky. Once that's done my next read is True Grit by Charles Portis. I really enjoyed Lonesome Dove and I've been trying to find equally good Westerns since.
True Grit is so great. I've read two of Charles Portis's other novels, too -- Norwood and Dog of the South -- and they don't disappoint, either. I read Lonesome Dove last summer and really loved it, too
@@LiterateTexan It may take me a bit to get around to it but I will definitely let you know. And I only say "a bit" because I have a big, beautiful edition of The Count of Monte Cristo coming and it's high time I tackle that chunky novel lol
I read Flags on the Bayou on your recommendation and what a powerful novel. Thanks for the recommendation. I just started my first Zane Grey (Riders of the Purple Sage) and enjoying it so far.
I read Flags on the Bayou on your recommendation and wow what a great book! Thanks for sharing.
I'm so glad you liked it. What about the book did you enjoy?
@@LiterateTexan I loved the beautiful prose and imagery. Almost felt like I was there. Oh and the characters were so vivid and heart wrenching. I'll have to check out his other works.
Have to agree about Atomic Habits, some simple tips and enjoyable read
Yeah, it's far better than most books in this genre. I like how practical it is, and I appreciate that the goals for the book are so achievable.
Flags on the Bayou won the 2024 Edgar Award for Novel. I think Mr. Burke is a masterful writer.
I agree. Masterful
I just finished Lone Women and really enjoyed it!
I thought that one would be right up your alley.
I think it's kind of hilarious that Tony Robbins would be using behavioral conditioning (little rest, physical exertion, little food, repeating "yes"), to get you to "upgrade" to a more expensive seminar. What the hell happened to him? The James Lee Burke novel sounds great. I'm gonna check it out. I read Blood Meridian not too long ago; blew my way. Cheers.
Tiny still does seminars, but he's shredded his vocal cords over the years, so he doesn't do as many events. Also, he's probably 64 now and I can't imagine he needs money like he once did.
Tiny still does seminars, but he's shredded his vocal cords over the years, so he doesn't do as many events. Also, he's probably 64 now and I can't imagine he needs money like he once did.
James Lee Burke is a helluva good writer.
14 books. Took me well over a month to read the Count of Monte Cristo. Best wishes.
Thanks. That's a long book, that Count of Monte Cristo.
I'm Thinking of Ending Things creeped me out. The premise definitely works better as a book than a movie though.
I'm glad it worked for you. I liked Gone. Girl a lot better.
It's so funny how you don't like I'm Thinking of Ending Things. I read it, I watched the movie and lately I've been wanting to read it again now that I have a fuller idea of the book. So I ordered a battered, used copy online (a rough, almost torn copy seemed fitting for it). I like it enough to want to understand it more. I'm currently reading The Guns of Dawn by Adrian Tchaikovsky. Once that's done my next read is True Grit by Charles Portis. I really enjoyed Lonesome Dove and I've been trying to find equally good Westerns since.
True Grit is so great. I've read two of Charles Portis's other novels, too -- Norwood and Dog of the South -- and they don't disappoint, either. I read Lonesome Dove last summer and really loved it, too
@@LiterateTexan I will definitely add those two to my wishlist then
@superkitten7560 Dog of the South us really good, and funny, too. I can't wait to hear what you think
@@LiterateTexan It may take me a bit to get around to it but I will definitely let you know. And I only say "a bit" because I have a big, beautiful edition of The Count of Monte Cristo coming and it's high time I tackle that chunky novel lol
@@superkitten7560 That one will take some time but will be well worth it.
James L. Burke. I've read ONE of his.
Do you remember which one?
Dead tree versions? 😂
Paper!
Well Steve smells. You can't listen to what he says!
Ha! I'm told that he's the only one I can listen to Of course, he's the one who told me that, so now I don't know what to do
I read Flags on the Bayou on your recommendation and what a powerful novel. Thanks for the recommendation. I just started my first Zane Grey (Riders of the Purple Sage) and enjoying it so far.
@@LiterateTexan I think he's just jealous. He knows he wouldn't look nearly as classy having a drink as you do....