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It's not that I don't want to re-read, but I have so many books on my TBR pile that I feel compelled to move forward in case I miss a real gem. :)

Mr. Jones is out of touch with book-lovers. I want both versions -- one for portability, the other for my bookshelf in order to leaf through when I like. I hate having to choose between digital and hard copy, particularly for favourite authors like Atwood, Munro and Ishiguro. I refuse to buy...

When I was younger, I would re-read books, but now I take the quote, "So many books; so little time" to heart. I re-read portions of books for reference and discussion purposes, but otherwise I don't re-read. The last book I re-read in its entirety was The Blind Assassin.

I used to keep handwritten journals. They were fairly detailed with brief summaries and my thoughts about plots, characters, etc. As time went on and with the advent of the internet, I started a small book blog with my reviews. This became quite onerous, so then I went back to listing books on...

I am careful with my books - i.e. no creasing pages or turning corners as bookmarks - but not so terribly careful that I feel restrained in handling them. I love to read in bed, so if I have a large book (e.g. Quicksilver), it's pretty hard not to bend the spine in order to open it up enough...

Curious George Visits the Library - H. A. Rey

I've read two books by Simon Winchester. Whereas, I loved A Crack in the World, his book Krakatoa, The Day the World Exploded, left me feeling ho-hum. I think what you say about him seeming too detached might be the problem. I do love how he goes into minute detail and the science behind...

Four Past Midnight - Stephen King

I wonder if picking a book merely based on simplicity of language is the best way to learn a language. The authors you mentioned aren't what I would call simple reads. While the words may be simple, the ideas and meaning are not. As a beginner, you will miss a lot of the nuances in the writing...

Hey! I was going to use that one. Ever notice women authors always use male pen names? Not so much the other way around.

Good article. The comments from readers are just as illuminating.

Yes Yes. Got it now. Thanks (I think).

I get a message that says, "This video contains content from WMG, who has blocked it from your country on copyright grounds." :(

But then, if book sales are poor under the assumed name, the ruse will be leaked to the media because your publishers won't be able to resist using your real (famous author) name in order to make money. (Robert Galbraith = J K Rowling)

Perhaps BOTM could be decided further in advance? When I saw the October poll, I would have voted for Wolf Hall, but there was no way I'd have been able to read it in time for the discussion without putting aside other books I'm already reading. With such a short turn-around period, it almost...

I remember that. I think it was in a sub-forum. Hello, Kirstin and welcome.

No, that's ok. It wasn't confidential and the recipient has responded since. :)

Thanks. That's what I kinda figured out after I posted. :(

Will someone please explain the difference between posting a comment on someone's Profile page and posting in a conversation. 'Cause I think I posted on a Profile page when it should have been a conversation. :(

The Heart Broke In - James Meeks The Thirteenth Tale - Diane Setterfield I've not read either of these authors before but purchased on the basis of reviews and price (sale, $4.99).