Hello Gregg, I would love to see you talk about books/characters 'That Stand Out' for various reasons, such as: 1. A book that has sentimental value. 2. A book that you can't believe you still haven't read yet! 3. Your biggest disappointment book? 4. A book you would love everyone to read. 5. Your favourite character from a book you would love to invite over to dinner! 6. The oldest book you have! 7. Ever thought about buying rare books? 8. An author you wish was still alive today. 9. Book covers you have that you absolutely love. 10. Which book was never made into a film that you thought should be. Make you own questions up of course, these are examples and I think some of these you have already answered, but something like this could be fun!!!
I loved Demon Copperhead! But it's interesting, I've recommended it to all of my friends and the reaction has been pretty mixed overall. I've always hoped you'd do a comparison of Demon Copperhead to David Copperfield. I'm reading David Copperfield right now and it's surprisingly really good and readable! Also, it's amazing how masterful Barbara Kingsolver is to be able to take everything in David Copperfield and update it in a seamless way. It's cool to see how much of an influence Charles Dickens has had on so many contemporary writers.
I mentioned this in Bob’s review of the book One Last Song as well, that it seems to have much in common with the recent Kier Udo film Swan Song, where even its lead has a very similar styling to Joan and is living in a somewhat hostile older adult community. It too has its humorous moments, but also stark brutal realities as well. It’s a tour de force performance by Kier, and worth watching for that alone.
Thanks for the One Last Song review. It wasn’t available in print but I got it on Audible for $5! I don’t think I would have found this book on my own and I loved it. That little book packs a big punch.
I found it took me a couple of chapters to get into North Woods, but once there I was hooked. Currently I'm reading some of the women's prize non fiction longlist, I only picked a couple that interested me. Waiting for the fiction longlist now.
I'd like a video of you and Joel discussing a book that one of you liked and the other did not. I'll be starting The Secret Life of Albert Entwhistle this weekend. I ordered One Love from a seller on eBay and I'm looking forward to that. Thanks for the recommendations.
I think my expectations for North Woods were way too high 😳. I put so much pressure on it and I blame myself for my not being smitten . Appreciate you as always 📖🪱💚
North Woods is a wonderful novel. I finished The Bad Muslim Discount and loved it. I agree that it doesn't get the attention it deserves. Teddy is so cute.
Totally off the subject of literature - went to a fundraiser last night with a James Boyd theme, and there was a gentleman in Joel’s Sean Connery sweater😂 Not as dapper as Joel, but a good knock off😉
Sometimes Amazon makes it look like something is available in the US but it’s actually coming from the UK. Not sure if that’s what’s happening here, but it is something they’ve done in the past.
Thanks so much for introducing me to Matt Cain. The Secret Life of Albert Entwhistle was one of the sweetest audiobooks I listened to last year. It was so heartwarming and it made me cry. I'm going to check out the new book.
Best books read so far this month Ordinary Human Failings The Caretaker Greta & Valdin Hello Beautiful I’ve started Fayne on audio. ( it’s a big book) I’ve got a big TBR for #irishreadathon. 🍀👋☘️📚☕️🇮🇪📖📕
I would like to hear about banned books especially about banned books of the past and now. Who is doing the banning of these books. Second, I know you are not into mystery books but maybe talk about the top mystery books of today and maybe also horror. Also, have discussions about certain writers and which books have won awards and so on. Also some discussion of what books would be considered "cinnamon" books. None of the books have to be ones you have read but what you know about them. What are the classics and why.
Nice seeing you and Teddy this morning. Say Hi to Joel. I am listening to YellowFace on libro. Not sure if it is the narrator or the irritating protagonist June Hayward/Juniper Song that is not totally winning me over. I may try to read the rest of the book as I somehow ended up with both the audio version and the hardback or maybe life events interfering with reading. Look forward to your comments of Northwoods. I need to find an author that has lighthearted content. Not a romance reader so maybe some cozy mysteries like Magpie Murders will do the trick. Take care and hug the ones you love every chance you get.
I thought Yellowface was good and mostly pretty clever, but there were elements of it that I didn’t enjoy-especially the way it kept devolving into a thriller. So it may not be you! Sorry you’re having a hard time right now. Teddy sends hugs!
Hooray for gay!🥳 I’m anxious to hear about your experience with “North Woods.” I’m almost finished “Hello Beautiful” which I discovered through your channel. I’ve certainly enjoyed listening to it but fell asleep multiple times, 😴not because it wasn’t interesting but because I was trying to get through it before the 7-day loan expiry date kicked in from my library. Forcing myself to quickly get through a bigger book quickly isn’t a good idea, apparently.
I should have specified: the point where the book ends is somewhere around 1990. And there are so many developments that happen in his life after that that would feel very relevant to wrap up a lot of the things in this book (his parents close the restaurant around the year 2000, etc).
For consideration: it would be lovely to get a video tour of Montana Book Company and how you browse and shop for books there
Hello Gregg, I would love to see you talk about books/characters 'That Stand Out' for various reasons, such as:
1. A book that has sentimental value.
2. A book that you can't believe you still haven't read yet!
3. Your biggest disappointment book?
4. A book you would love everyone to read.
5. Your favourite character from a book you would love to invite over to dinner!
6. The oldest book you have!
7. Ever thought about buying rare books?
8. An author you wish was still alive today.
9. Book covers you have that you absolutely love.
10. Which book was never made into a film that you thought should be.
Make you own questions up of course, these are examples and I think some of these you have already answered, but something like this could be fun!!!
I loved Demon Copperhead! But it's interesting, I've recommended it to all of my friends and the reaction has been pretty mixed overall. I've always hoped you'd do a comparison of Demon Copperhead to David Copperfield. I'm reading David Copperfield right now and it's surprisingly really good and readable! Also, it's amazing how masterful Barbara Kingsolver is to be able to take everything in David Copperfield and update it in a seamless way. It's cool to see how much of an influence Charles Dickens has had on so many contemporary writers.
I mentioned this in Bob’s review of the book One Last Song as well, that it seems to have much in common with the recent Kier Udo film Swan Song, where even its lead has a very similar styling to Joan and is living in a somewhat hostile older adult community. It too has its humorous moments, but also stark brutal realities as well. It’s a tour de force performance by Kier, and worth watching for that alone.
That's really interesting!
Just DNF’ed North Woods! Now I need to go watch you most recent Friday Reads to see what you think of it.
Thanks for the One Last Song review. It wasn’t available in print but I got it on Audible for $5! I don’t think I would have found this book on my own and I loved it. That little book packs a big punch.
I'm reading North Woods right now and really enjoying it. It's different from what I expected, but in a very good way.
I found it took me a couple of chapters to get into North Woods, but once there I was hooked. Currently I'm reading some of the women's prize non fiction longlist, I only picked a couple that interested me. Waiting for the fiction longlist now.
I hope you’re enjoying the nonfiction longlist! It was a very interesting list.
I'd like a video of you and Joel discussing a book that one of you liked and the other did not.
I'll be starting The Secret Life of Albert Entwhistle this weekend. I ordered One Love from a seller on eBay and I'm looking forward to that.
Thanks for the recommendations.
I can’t think of a book that one of didn’t like. I’ll keep thinking! I hope you enjoy Albert Entwhistle and One Love!
I think my expectations for North Woods were way too high 😳. I put so much pressure on it and I blame myself for my not being smitten . Appreciate you as always 📖🪱💚
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North Woods is a wonderful novel. I finished The Bad Muslim Discount and loved it. I agree that it doesn't get the attention it deserves. Teddy is so cute.
I’m so glad you liked The Bad Muslim Discount! Teddy is adorable.
North Woods !!! Loved it!!❤
I’m excited to get to it!
Totally off the subject of literature - went to a fundraiser last night with a James Boyd theme, and there was a gentleman in Joel’s Sean Connery sweater😂 Not as dapper as Joel, but a good knock off😉
How fun!
Starting 'North Woods' this weekend (now that I have it from the library). Really looking forward to it given all the fab reviews.
I hope we both like it!
I'm almost finished with North Woods. Can't wait to hear what you think! When it annoys you, push on.
That’s good to know! Thanks.
One Last Song is available on Amazon US, both paperback and audio.
Sometimes Amazon makes it look like something is available in the US but it’s actually coming from the UK. Not sure if that’s what’s happening here, but it is something they’ve done in the past.
Thanks so much for introducing me to Matt Cain. The Secret Life of Albert Entwhistle was one of the sweetest audiobooks I listened to last year. It was so heartwarming and it made me cry. I'm going to check out the new book.
I’m so glad you liked Albert Entwhistle! Becoming Ted was also great. He’s a very reliable author.
@@SupposedlyFunFor just a moment, I thought you said "Becoming Teddy" and thought that Teddy had written a memoir. 🐶
@@MJ-in-Canada Sometimes I do accidentally say Becoming Teddy!
@@SupposedlyFunIf Shirley MacLaine’s dog can write a book ("Out on a Leash"), than your Teddy certainly can do the same.😁
Best books read so far this month
Ordinary Human Failings
The Caretaker
Greta & Valdin
Hello Beautiful
I’ve started Fayne on audio. ( it’s a big book)
I’ve got a big TBR for #irishreadathon.
🍀👋☘️📚☕️🇮🇪📖📕
I need to get a wiggle on and get to Greta and Valdin.
I hope you like Northwoods.
Me too!
Finished North Woods today - 5 ⭐️ for me!
Good to know!
I would like to hear about banned books especially about banned books of the past and now. Who is doing the banning of these books. Second, I know you are not into mystery books but maybe talk about the top mystery books of today and maybe also horror. Also, have discussions about certain writers and which books have won awards and so on. Also some discussion of what books would be considered "cinnamon" books. None of the books have to be ones you have read but what you know about them. What are the classics and why.
Nice seeing you and Teddy this morning. Say Hi to Joel. I am listening to YellowFace on libro. Not sure if it is the narrator or the irritating protagonist June Hayward/Juniper Song that is not totally winning me over. I may try to read the rest of the book as I somehow ended up with both the audio version and the hardback or maybe life events interfering with reading. Look forward to your comments of Northwoods. I need to find an author that has lighthearted content. Not a romance reader so maybe some cozy mysteries like Magpie Murders will do the trick. Take care and hug the ones you love every chance you get.
I thought Yellowface was good and mostly pretty clever, but there were elements of it that I didn’t enjoy-especially the way it kept devolving into a thriller. So it may not be you! Sorry you’re having a hard time right now. Teddy sends hugs!
Since you've asked..I would like to hear your perspective on short(100-200) page books. Do you enjoy them?
Content idea: what makes a good book blurb?
When do you listen to audiobooks? When do they fit into your life?
Hmmm… My long comment from earlier this afternoon has disappeared. Oh well. I was here!
That’s so weird! But I’m glad you were here. ❤️
Hooray for gay!🥳 I’m anxious to hear about your experience with “North Woods.” I’m almost finished “Hello Beautiful” which I discovered through your channel. I’ve certainly enjoyed listening to it but fell asleep multiple times, 😴not because it wasn’t interesting but because I was trying to get through it before the 7-day loan expiry date kicked in from my library. Forcing myself to quickly get through a bigger book quickly isn’t a good idea, apparently.
Needing to rush through a book is always a miserable experience. But I’m glad you’ve been enjoying Hello Beautiful!
Have you read Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson?
I just finished it and think you might like it too....😊
I did read it not long after it came out. I remember enjoying it.
@@SupposedlyFun good to know 😊
Maybe his family reading the book is how he came out to his family.
I should have specified: the point where the book ends is somewhere around 1990. And there are so many developments that happen in his life after that that would feel very relevant to wrap up a lot of the things in this book (his parents close the restaurant around the year 2000, etc).
“Unexpectedly gay week for me “ 😂 sameeee but like not w books
😂🤣😂🤣🥂