Category Archives: Good Reading

Good Reads for Kids

May 30, 2012 10:56 am \ Sharon

So far, I’ve limited my “good reads”* list to books for adults. But,, as my 5-6 year old son has … Continue Reading →

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On the Dark Side of Good

February 4, 2012 3:59 pm \ Sharon

My dear readers, I have suggested in the past that a truly “good read” can’t be all that serious, but … Continue Reading →

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Good Reads

October 29, 2011 11:24 pm \ Sharon

Neither of these books are, well, fabulous. But, both of them are good reads. What makes a good read? 1) … Continue Reading →

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Reading to Prepare for the Storm

May 28, 2011 9:54 am \ Sharon

Knowing that I will most likely not have the opportunity to read for pleasure for about a year (maybe more?), … Continue Reading →

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Language and Love

April 4, 2011 6:54 pm \ Sharon

The Lost and Forgotten Languages of Shanghai by Ruiyan Xu This is a fabulous novel, a great read and especially … Continue Reading →

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Good Reading

March 31, 2011 7:39 pm \ Sharon

Ever since I could read, I’ve taken great joy in the process. From the selection of the book to finishing … Continue Reading →

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