I if you haven't read them, I recommend Legends and Lattes, as well as the prequel, Bookshops and Bonedust. These are feel good cozy fantasy books that my wife and I both enjoyed very much. You may have read them already, as we are a little late to the party on them.
Love Sy Montgomery so much. As an avid scuba diver/snorkeler who has played hide and seek with an octopus, I can attest to the personalities of non-furry creatures.
'Of Time and Turtles' sounds very interesting and heartwarming. Turtles are fascinating to me! Definitely going to be on the lookout for this book! 'Ultra-Processed People' - already on hold with Libby, and you make it sound great! This past month, I read more books at the same time than usual. I managed it, but I've decided that 3 or 4 at the same time (and definitely different genres) is enough for me. 😊
Great wrap up. Really enjoyed this. I know what you mean about reading too many books in one go. I need to address this as well. Have finally started the second Pineiro and am loving it so far 😊
I second the recommendation of Sy Montgomery's middle grade science books. They have a perfect balance of substantial information, good nonfiction narrative storytelling and great photographs. I have yet to try one of her adult books but they sound good, too.
I read and listen to lots of books at once. For me it’s like watching several ongoing tv shows. Not a problem. Makes it easier to get through the duller books I’m reading for information not entertainment.
Good for you for setting aside books! I've read "The Guncle" but didn't care for the writing style. I hope your reading week will be a good one for you. The US stress is real. Reading romantasy is probably healthier than drinking. lol
I'm currently reading Before the Coffee Gets Cold (Toshikazu Kawaguchi) . I now have 71un-read books on my Kindle ( I have *no idea* how that happened) so I'll read a few titles there before 2025 and listening to "The Book That Wouldn't Burn" on my daily walk because I want to start the 2nd ("The Book That Broke the World"). As this point you should just make up dates.
love the mention of audiobooks making commutes better, and so true that nonfictions are great as audiobooks! i like especially, memoirs where the author reads the book themselves, i feel like it really adds another layer. and totally relate to needing an escape post-election, I'm glad you found that in ACOMAF, i do love how immersive it is, i've been reading a lot more immersive fantasy before bed for much the same reasons. subscribed, cheers!
3 seems to be my magic number. 1 of each: audio, ebook, and physical. I am currently listening to Mozart's Starling, reading Tom Lake on my Kindle for bookclub and reading Wicked before we go see it on Friday.
Hi Kim, I have an audible credit and I’m thinking of using it for “ultra processed people“. That list of ingredients you mentioned in the beginning should horrify people that eat the standard American diet.sad. I tried to eat foods that are in ultra processed. I’m not saying I’m perfect. I still love my Fresca, but I only drink one a day. I gave up my frozen dinners even the ones that are so-called healthy because one, they have a ton of salt in them and two they taste good to me anymore since I’ve been eating real food. I’ve been feeling sluggish this week, but I want to put out a short video today. I also don’t prepare as much as I should. And I have help.😅 and my full-time job is keeping my “palace” running. Aloha friend.
@ I just checked Libby and it would take 15 weeks for me to read it so I guess I’ll use my credit. Thank you for the suggestion. I don’t use Libby enough and I’m sure there’s something available right now. This must be a new book. Aloha friend.
For me, I had been reading Sy Montgomery for years in her books for children before I discovered she wrote for adults, and most likely it goes the other way in that adults may not know her backlist of kids books. She won multiple awards for her entries in The Scientist In the Field series aimed at middle grade readers and written directly to kids who are science nerds and they never speak down to them, but takes them very seriously. They usually have gorgeous original photography, unlike many other nonfiction animal books compiled (and I do use that word deliberately here) for children. It looks like some picture books have been spun out of her expertise as well, but I have not seen them first hand. But she’s a great author to share with children (and grandchildren!) especially in cultivating a love of nature, the natural world and especially nature conservation & preservation.
Most of those “Zero” ingredients are sugar or convert to sugar. You probably already know that. I’m just writing this for any viewers who may not be aware.
Aha! Now i remember who to thank for the introduction to Sy Montgomery's Soul of an Octopus! I thought i had bought it at my LBS, but it turned out to be Secrets of the Octopus, a Nat Geo version. So i read the turtle book and i loved it! What a misunderstood creature! I am now reading the octopus book. So why am i reading (and renewing) A Tale Of Two Cities instead of listening to Sy Montgomery?? I hope i can find her audio versions on Libby!
Hi Kim, I’m the same, I do much better with non fiction on audio. I usually have one audio and one physical book on the go but recently had a few due to book club commitments. I always find there’s one book that’s always calling me back to it. Chris Can Tulleken has a twin brother, Xand, who is also a Dr and author and is a tv presenter in the UK.
@MIDDLEoftheBookMARCH It's happened a couple of times. Anywho, I wanted to recommend Joel fuhrman's book fast food genocide which is fascinating and Jason Fung's The obesity code so much interesting information and research going back in history. I do enjoy a good non-fiction audiobook. Or a book that has difficult names and places to pronounce. I'm totally with you with over scheduling myself a book events. I get better at it for a while and then I slip back into wanting to be a part of everything. 😜 I'm glad you took the time to spend with your granddaughter during the week. It's those precious moments that means so much
Your intro was hil-arious 😂
I’ve not read Sy Montgomery, but I want to❤️. Thank you.
Sounds like a good plan to some of the books. Do what works for you is always the way to go.
Good on you for slowing down a minute.
I if you haven't read them, I recommend Legends and Lattes, as well as the prequel, Bookshops and Bonedust. These are feel good cozy fantasy books that my wife and I both enjoyed very much. You may have read them already, as we are a little late to the party on them.
@@kdj3000 I started to but put them down. Not sure if I’ll get to it. 🫤
Love Sy Montgomery so much. As an avid scuba diver/snorkeler who has played hide and seek with an octopus, I can attest to the personalities of non-furry creatures.
Ultra-Processed - gob smacking, fascinating, a real horror story for our time.
'Of Time and Turtles' sounds very interesting and heartwarming. Turtles are fascinating to me! Definitely going to be on the lookout for this book!
'Ultra-Processed People' - already on hold with Libby, and you make it sound great!
This past month, I read more books at the same time than usual. I managed it, but I've decided that 3 or 4 at the same time (and definitely different genres) is enough for me. 😊
@@WildHeartsandWildflowers my goal is 2 at a time. 🤓
@MIDDLEoftheBookMARCH Such restraint is impressive, Kim! ☺️ I doubt I could ever achieve that! ~ another Kim
Great wrap up. Really enjoyed this. I know what you mean about reading too many books in one go. I need to address this as well. Have finally started the second Pineiro and am loving it so far 😊
@@RaynorReadsStuff excellent! Me too. 🤓
Your intro made me laugh out loud😂 Glad you’ve found a happy groove with your reading.
I laughed too. All those ultra-processed ingredients in a beverage called Zero. 🙄
Like you I struggle with too many books on the go. Glad you’ve got it under control again
I second the recommendation of Sy Montgomery's middle grade science books. They have a perfect balance of substantial information, good nonfiction narrative storytelling and great photographs. I have yet to try one of her adult books but they sound good, too.
@@readandre-read The Soul of an Octopus should be your first. ❤️
And that’s why I only drink tea… 😂
I read and listen to lots of books at once. For me it’s like watching several ongoing tv shows. Not a problem. Makes it easier to get through the duller books I’m reading for information not entertainment.
I enjoyed The Guncle Abroad, but I LOVED The Guncle! I listened to the audiobooks. I thought they were well done.
Good for you for setting aside books! I've read "The Guncle" but didn't care for the writing style. I hope your reading week will be a good one for you. The US stress is real. Reading romantasy is probably healthier than drinking. lol
@@nadineaugustyn130 that’s questionable. 🤣
I'm currently reading Before the Coffee Gets Cold (Toshikazu Kawaguchi) . I now have 71un-read books on my Kindle ( I have *no idea* how that happened) so I'll read a few titles there before 2025 and listening to "The Book That Wouldn't Burn" on my daily walk because I want to start the 2nd ("The Book That Broke the World").
As this point you should just make up dates.
@@Tetsujin-28 🤣🤣🤣
Hello Kim. Great intro, brilliant delivery. You made me chuckle.
@@angiejones5918 thank you! 🤣🥰
I really need to get to the turtle book by Sy Montgomery. Love some escapist reading!
love the mention of audiobooks making commutes better, and so true that nonfictions are great as audiobooks! i like especially, memoirs where the author reads the book themselves, i feel like it really adds another layer. and totally relate to needing an escape post-election, I'm glad you found that in ACOMAF, i do love how immersive it is, i've been reading a lot more immersive fantasy before bed for much the same reasons. subscribed, cheers!
@@AlexATheEngineer thank you so much! 🥰
I loved snarky -- hope she had a good time.
Put a Sy Montgomery on hold at Libby. I look forward to something new.
3 seems to be my magic number. 1 of each: audio, ebook, and physical. I am currently listening to Mozart's Starling, reading Tom Lake on my Kindle for bookclub and reading Wicked before we go see it on Friday.
@@mariasmiles68 I’ve read Wicked a few times and CAN’T WAIT TO SEE THE MOVIE!!! ❤️
Oohh, will you do a library tour soon? Those are some gorgeous looking shelves (v. interested to see your Library of America collection)
@@NZAnimeManga I keep thinking of doing this! Going to get a little more organized first. 🥰
Hi Kim, I have an audible credit and I’m thinking of using it for “ultra processed people“. That list of ingredients you mentioned in the beginning should horrify people that eat the standard American diet.sad.
I tried to eat foods that are in ultra processed. I’m not saying I’m perfect. I still love my Fresca, but I only drink one a day. I gave up my frozen dinners even the ones that are so-called healthy because one, they have a ton of salt in them and two they taste good to me anymore since I’ve been eating real food. I’ve been feeling sluggish this week, but I want to put out a short video today. I also don’t prepare as much as I should. And I have help.😅 and my full-time job is keeping my “palace” running. Aloha friend.
@@MarilynMayaMendoza the audiobook is fantastic. I got it from Libby so it was free through the library. 🤓
@ I just checked Libby and it would take 15 weeks for me to read it so I guess I’ll use my credit. Thank you for the suggestion. I don’t use Libby enough and I’m sure there’s something available right now. This must be a new book. Aloha friend.
For me, I had been reading Sy Montgomery for years in her books for children before I discovered she wrote for adults, and most likely it goes the other way in that adults may not know her backlist of kids books.
She won multiple awards for her entries in The Scientist In the Field series aimed at middle grade readers and written directly to kids who are science nerds and they never speak down to them, but takes them very seriously.
They usually have gorgeous original photography, unlike many other nonfiction animal books compiled (and I do use that word deliberately here) for children.
It looks like some picture books have been spun out of her expertise as well, but I have not seen them first hand. But she’s a great author to share with children (and grandchildren!) especially in cultivating a love of nature, the natural world and especially nature conservation & preservation.
@@bookofdust her catalog is impressive and she has many more books I want to read! 🥰
Good morning. I am reading and listening to My Name is Barbra.
@@annegibson6072 I loved that audio!
Most of those “Zero” ingredients are sugar or convert to sugar. You probably already know that. I’m just writing this for any viewers who may not be aware.
Aha! Now i remember who to thank for the introduction to Sy Montgomery's Soul of an Octopus! I thought i had bought it at my LBS, but it turned out to be Secrets of the Octopus, a Nat Geo version. So i read the turtle book and i loved it! What a misunderstood creature! I am now reading the octopus book. So why am i reading (and renewing) A Tale Of Two Cities instead of listening to Sy Montgomery?? I hope i can find her audio versions on Libby!
@@carolnash5617 A Tale of Two Cities is incredible!
Hi Kim, I’m the same, I do much better with non fiction on audio. I usually have one audio and one physical book on the go but recently had a few due to book club commitments. I always find there’s one book that’s always calling me back to it. Chris Can Tulleken has a twin brother, Xand, who is also a Dr and author and is a tv presenter in the UK.
@@karenkatz5260 yes one book always takes the first place for my focus. 🤓
The name Chris van Tulleken sounds dutch 🙂 Had to look it up. He is British with Dutch ancestry 🙂
💚💜🧡❤💛
How weird. I left a message this morning and it's not here now.
@@marciajohansson769 hmmm…
@MIDDLEoftheBookMARCH It's happened a couple of times. Anywho, I wanted to recommend Joel fuhrman's book fast food genocide which is fascinating and Jason Fung's The obesity code so much interesting information and research going back in history. I do enjoy a good non-fiction audiobook. Or a book that has difficult names and places to pronounce. I'm totally with you with over scheduling myself a book events. I get better at it for a while and then I slip back into wanting to be a part of everything. 😜 I'm glad you took the time to spend with your granddaughter during the week. It's those precious moments that means so much