It's been a busy week, so I haven't gotten as much pleasure reading in as I would like. I've been re-reading my book, Reading Amplified to participating in the in-book discussion and Facebook book club this week.
This week I've enjoyed:
I'm going to use The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore to talk about the Slice of Life Story Challenge hosted by Two Writing Teachers. It starts March first. I've been priming the writing pump and students are excited to take on the challenge and connect to other slicers. If you'd like to participate check out the nuts and bolts for getting starting in the classroom challenge here or the adult challenge here.
Coming up:
What a beautiful cover for The Fantastic Flying Books. Who wouldn't want to read that? You feel like you didn't read much, and still, you've shared five titles that are new to me. That seems like a pretty good reading week. Plus, I've enjoyed rereading your book this week as well - Not only do I hear your voice in the text, but I get to see you and hear you in the videos. I have Eleanor & Park - read the first few pages in Vegas, but that was the first night and then it got buried under the bags. I look forward to hearing your thoughts. I'll decide where it goes on my list based on your review. :)
ReplyDeleteI love William Joyce's art. The Orlando Museum of Art put on a show of his work a few years ago--great stuff. Thank you for reading my book this week and keeping us on track in the discussion. I've loved seeing your thinking in the Facebook group--it's made me miss having you next to me at the conference table.
DeleteI loved The Paris Wife. Paula McClain is a fellow Clevelander and I was fortunate to hear her speak at my library. She is quite engaging and I am looking forward to her next project-Marie Curie! http://wp.me/pzUn5-1qI
ReplyDeleteOh, Marie Curie will be good! Just started the Paris Wife last night. I love Hemingway, so I'm sure this will add another dimension to my thoughts about his life and work.
DeleteThank you for the links to the Slice of Life challenges. I have seen it before but did not know what it was all about.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Andrea! It's a fantastic challenge and you're not too late to take it up with us!
DeleteI can tell you that I hated the Egan book. Normally I like most books. But the last three books that I have hated have come from book club choices including this Egan book. It was too dark for me. I want to check out that picture book about the 17 things I am not supposed to do. Sounds like slice inspiration to me.
ReplyDeleteI was trying to remember as I read the book who said she hated it--it was you. I loved it. The craft amazed me. How Egan was able to cover so much time and character territory--the structure reminded me of Pulp Fiction, intentional chaos almost. It was ultimately a story of recovery to me. I have the 17 Things in my room if you want to borrow it.
DeleteI really am embarrassed to say that I didn't know about your book Lee Ann, just looked it up on Stenhouse; fascinating. I am very into helping those I work with use more tech in their classes. I'll be sure to download your book & know it will be from someone I 'kind of' know (& trust). And-I've had The Paris Wife on my list for a while-I wish I had time to read it. Maybe someday!
ReplyDeleteDon't be embarrassed at all, Linda! I'm excited that you checked it out on Stenhouse. I love that Stenhouse allows people to preview books (in the case of mine, the first chapter). I'd love to hear what you think about the format (and the content, too) if you're willing to share. Also, the Facebook discussion group will remain online, so there's a forum there if you are on Facebook. There will be time for you and the Paris Wife--whenever I feel short on time I think of those verses about there is a time for, a season for...Ecclesiastes, I think, all will come to be.
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