Books worth sharing
At ALA Midwinter I was fortunate enough to pick up two books at substantial discounts. The Book Thief by Markus Zusak and Anahita’s Woven Riddle by Meghan Nuttall Sayres. I met Ms Sayres in the vendor booth and was able to ask her a few questions about the writing of this book. Unfortunately the copy I have was purchased and autographed for my friend Allison. I should have bought ten copies so I could have kept one and given the others to friends. That’s how much I enjoyed that book. Both were recommended in reviews, but for Grades 8/9 and up. Adults should definitely discover these two books. While I was reading them, I recognized the impact they were having on my life. When I finished reading, I knew that I was changed for the better. These are special moments in your life - knowing you have read something outstanding and that it won’t let you go. What have you read that impacted you recently?
I have Anahita’s Woven Riddle on order and can’t wait to read it. I loved The Book Thief which I listened to as an audiobook. It is a book that lives with you long after you finish reading it. Another book I read recently that had a powerful impact on me was Sold by Patricia McCormick.
Comment by Sally Daniels — February 18, 2007 @ 2:33 pm