Lately stories bore me. Give me some truth!
I can't read enough about simple or frugal living & minimalism, but I also enjoy a good memoir. I have been known to browse travel guides like novels and contemplate writing my own. Saturated in 1920s Paris as I am, I'm the one to go to for all your lost generation, expatriate needs. I also like to think I'm pretty good with self-help. My fondness for novels set somewhere in Europe between the wars told from a woman's perspective doesn't seem to be waning either.
Heather E
Reading lists
Poetry Anthologies as a Way to Find New Favorites
Poetry anthologies are a great way to discover new poets and poems, whether you are new to poetry or just looking to refresh your current favorites.
Old Love
Tired of love stories that only focus on young love or first love? Here is a list with older protagonists that find a second chance at love, or find love in a best friend, or find they love themselves best.
Books Evocative of Place
Sometimes, the sense of place in a book is as important as the characters. You might remember more the feeling of being transported when you read than what actually happened and the world created might stick with you longer than the characters or plots.
Simple Living
In the 90s it was all about simple living. Somewhere along the way it morphed into minimalism. Now where are we?
My escapist list for hard times
When the going gets tough, the tough get going, right? How can you get yourself going again after hard times? Humor couldn't hurt. These are a few of my favorite books, movies, and music that always put a smile on my face.