I don’t read much fiction. I should – I know. But I don’t. But, one of these days… Anyway, here are some books lists for book lovers. Many of the titles are fiction. Some are non-fiction. So many books, so little time… From Esquire: The Reading List: 10 Essential Books for Life Manhood, America, sports,… Read More Book Lists to Ponder – More Titles to Add to Your “One of These Days” Reading Stack
At any given moment, I have at least six half-finished books sitting within easy reach. But which six? How do I choose? Ah, that’s where the magic happens. A wonderful literary synergy is created by the accidental juxtaposition of reading materials. Julia Keller, CULTURAL CRITIC, Chicago Tribune — Why need read many books at once? Keller:… Read More The Joy Of Reading More Than One Book At A Time – The Confessions Of Culture Critic Julia Keller
In an ideal world, you would read the books that most interest you, and then discuss the ideas and implications of the book, with some of your closest friends. A number of business leaders have tried such book discussions with their executive teams. You know, everyone reads the same book, then discuss the book with… Read More A Book Club In A Bag – A Smart Idea From The Richardson Public Library
Nothing sickens me more than the closed door of a library. – Barbara Tuchman The only true equalisers in the world are books; the only treasure-house open to all comers is a library; the only wealth which will not decay is knowledge… – J. A. Langford ——————- I present book synopses monthly (now twice a… Read More When The Library Faces Big Budget Cuts, We’ve Got a Serious Problem!
Recently, book publishers got some good news. Researchers gave 852 disadvantaged students 12 books (of their own choosing) to take home at the end of the school year. They did this for three successive years. Then the researchers, led by Richard Allington of the University of Tennessee, looked at those students’ test scores. They found… Read More Promising News for Book Lovers Everywhere
What makes a good writer? It may start with being a good reader. And what makes a good reader? It may start with a love of books. And what creates a love of books? That’s tougher to answer… But for those who are lucky enough to love books, we have our champions. Like Barbara Tuchman.… Read More What Makes A Good Writer? It May Start With Being A Good Reader – Consider Barbara Tuchman
A Book Lover’s Favorite Scene: I was speaking in Edmond, Oklahoma yesterday. At lunch, as I was checking my iPhone and another at our table was opening her MacBook, she said “quick, take a look behind you.” Well, I looked, I saw, and this is what I saw: Here were two young women, reading physical… Read More For Those Who Love Books
When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, and my scrolls, especially the parchments. (Paul to Timothy, 2 Timothy 4:13) Nothing sickens me more than the closed door of a library. and To a historian libraries are food, shelter, and even muse. and Books are the carriers of civilization. Without… Read More A Blog for Book Readers and Book Lovers — With Special Emphasis on Business Books
I recently presented a review, to two different audiences, of the terrifc book by Bryan Burrough, The Big Rich: The Rise and Fall of the Greatest Texas Oil Fortunes. It is a fun read, a real history of the Texas oil boom (and bust), and a look into much of what made Texas Texas over the… Read More Attention Book Lovers, here’s a Book You Will Love — The Big Rich by Bryan Burrough
First Friday Book Synopsis 