The first month of 2014 is already over and here in Michigan it’s been the snowpocalypse. Maybe that’s why I’ve been reading so much. Here’s what I polished off this month…
I read to my kids nearly every night because I want them to love books and because I believe that reading to them will build a sense of adventure and a thirst for knowledge. It took us a long time to work through this classic but they loved it.
I started this series because I was considering reading it to my kids. I think it’s a little too scary for my younger kids but as it turns out I love the series! Maybe it says something about my maturity level…or maybe that the books are great! I’m looking forward to continuing the series.
I’ve written before about my love of Bill Bryson. I don’t always agree with his viewpoints but his writing style and humor are fantastic. I enjoyed this book in particular because it’s about the history of the English language in the United States. The book is full of little stories explaining the odd phrases that we use without knowing where we got them.
I’m obsessed with history and I love literature and writing so Made in America was a perfect fit. I know, I know, the topic probably sounds boring but I was constantly laughing. It’s was highly entertaining.
I just finished this book and I’m still processing it. This was a much heavier read than the other books I read this month–in a lot of ways. I picked it up because I love the outdoors and also a gritty story of struggle. The book definitely delivered in both categories. I couldn’t put it down.
What I didn’t love was the crassness. It was dirty to the degree that I can’t really recommend it which is disappointing because Cheryl Strayed is a incredibly expressive writer. She conveys emotion and pain wonderfully.
So, what are you reading? I’d love to hear of any reading recommendations you have.
