thoughts on singer’s the surrender experiment

A few years ago, I read Michael Singer's book, The Untethered Soul. I loved it so much that when I saw his second book, I didn't hesitate putting it on my reading list. The first book offers up tools for breaking free of a mind that thinks it knows how life should play out. Without … Continue reading thoughts on singer’s the surrender experiment →

thoughts on moore’s a dirty job

Just finished reading Christopher Moore's novel, A Dirty Job. A friend recommended the novel knowing I'd enjoy the story and Moore's humor. The characters were quirky and fantastic. They all felt strong and bounced off each other to great comedic effect. I was especially satisfied watching the protagonist change from a neurotically paranoid anxious worrywart … Continue reading thoughts on moore’s a dirty job →

thoughts on gaiman’s american gods

I haven't read all things Neil Gaiman but I've read enough to know that I enjoy his storytelling. (Plus, I've harbored a "schoolgirl crush" on him for decades!) His world-building feels real and inventive, and his writing has that touch of humor I enjoy. One of Gaiman's classic works is American Gods which I finally … Continue reading thoughts on gaiman’s american gods →

thoughts on haruf’s plainsong

Last month, I finally got around to reading Kent Haruf's novel, Plainsong. I purchased it a few years ago because it was a finalist for the National Book Award. Reading the synopsis, I wondered how so many story threads would weave together to create something like a Gregorian chant. It looked like a quiet novel … Continue reading thoughts on haruf’s plainsong →