One of the great things about reading all of the time is that I typically pick up books I like. I know where to look for recommendations (such as Sarah's Bookshelves) and have a few favorite genres, including inspirational memoirs by women who have made it big in their careers. That's why I was excited to pick up #GirlBoss by Sophia Amoruso. It has all the makings of a … [Read more...]
‘The Thank You Economy’ and Why Manners Matter
In the town where I was born there was this great, locally owned Ace Hardware store. It was owned by the same family for as long as I could remember and they knew everyone and everything that was happening in town. My grandparents were frequent customers because they lived a few doors down and while I don't know that they were all friends, they certainly had a sense of … [Read more...]
The Speechwriter – Where Gossip Flourishes
You know that saying that seeing something repeatedly will make you want to buy it? That's what happened to me with The Speechwriter: A Brief Education in Politics by Barton Swaim. Every time I log into Audible.com, there it was. I finally decided to give it a go because it looked interesting, was relatively short, and had a great narrator in the sample. It's author was a … [Read more...]
From DNA to Hoarding Cats, ‘Violinist’ Covers It All
How much do you know about DNA? If you're like me, you know the basics - it's the building block of life and comes in that cool double helix shape, but not much else. If, however, you're interested in learning more about how DNA works and how it impacts everyday living in incredibly surprising ways, then pick up The Violinist's Thumb by Sam Kean. When I first started … [Read more...]
I Am a Bad Feminist and That’s Okay (Book Review)
Confession: I am a bad feminist. I try, I really do, but sometimes it can be exhausting and while I'm pretty vocal in my beliefs, I sometimes let things slide because I have other things to do. Luckily, Roxane Gay has granted me a reprieve because she, too, is a Bad Feminist. There were parts of this book that made me feel like I found a kindred spirit (I, too, find rap … [Read more...]