I don't think slow reading (as opposed to scan reading) gets enough props, let alone airtime on BookTube. People are just so intent on reading lots of books in a short space of time these days, amassing unrealistic book hauls, rendering reading another version of a rat race. Just takes away from reading for reading sake. I have to say slow reading makes the journey of navigating a book so much better and fruitful. It does not strictly have to be for poetry alone as is the case for Mary Oliver's collection "Devotions." Slow reading can also apply to longer, more complex works of fiction.
You are so right, books are to enjoy and we can not enjoy what we rush just to get a fake motivation by creating a big pile of books we just understand superficially. If we love literature (and i do so deeply) we should apreciate the benefits of taking our time to read, and re read, books are to think and enjoy. Life is running but we should take our time.
@@joelharris4399 You make such a good point and I couldn't agree with you more, and for me, there are some books that must be read slowly to be understood. When BookTubers say they've read x-number of books this year, I want to quiz them on how many of those books they actually remember. Now I can understand if someone is in the book industry, they would get thru many books because it's their job, but yeah. Not trying to be mean but just saying what I think.
I'm just finishing Anne of Green Gables. I've never read it before and I'm loving it - especially the descriptions of the land. Anne's imagination is just a hoot!
Hi Carolyn! Ok I finally did it! I just ordered myself a Kindle after seeing how much you love it! I've resisted for a while now but when I think of the sustainability and the benefit to our environment plus space saving and the fact that you love it as much as print books finally convinced me! Great vid as always! Hugs to you and Leon and Willow! 😊❤💚
My August books: "The Nightingale", 5 stars; "Pushing the Bear", 5 stars; trying to read with you "1Q84"; listening to "What You are Looking for is in the Library".
Hi Carolyn. I love the way you describe books. You have such a gentle and genuine disposition. I understand your frustration with the noise, although it didn't come through too much on the video. I'm surrounded by gardeners using leaf blowers, planes flying overhead, and so many more distractions. This is why I enjoy reading after 12 am. Having a quiet life is so underrated.
Nice variety. Read 1Q84 last summer. Had an overall "meh" response. Some parts of the book capture your attention, however, overall it just feels looooonnnggg.
I agree. I enjoyed reading '1Q84', only to feel let down as the narrative threads wrapped up toward the end. Murakami lost interest and gave up in this looooong story.
My August reads: Piranesi by Susanna Clarke, nice and cozy little book, can't recommend enough! Also some French sci-fi: Planet of the Apes, Terre en fuite, Les Xipéhuz.
Crying in H Mart really opened the door of food books for me, the mix of food and literature is so fun and interesting because so much of culture is tied to food. Angela Hui's "Takeaway" is one of my August reads and I highly highly recommend it. Next on my food books TBR is Invitation to a Banquet!
I enjoy listening to you talk about books and reading. Like you I enjoy middle grade and children's books. "Devotions!!" Mary Oliver is my poet idol!! I've been reading her forever and she inspires much of my own poetry.
Thanks for the reviews, Carolyn. I enjoyed very much. I've read 4 books this month: The Great Meaulnes, by Alain-Fournier; A collection of novels and short stories by Balzac; Night Flight, by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry ; and Perfume, by Patrick Süskind.
hello carolyn!! this month i’ve read a good amount but the highlights are rebecca and northanger abbey which i’ve both given 5 stars to. i’m currently reading frenchman’s creek! 💚
❤📚❤️ Thank you for the reviews! I'm starting the new month with The Fortnight in September by R.C. Sherriff, which was blurbed by Kazuo Ishiguro! I added your recommendation to my list.
Just finished my third reread of War and peace translated by Anthony Briggs. I cannot recommend this translation enough- I got so into reading it I lost track of time. I laughed, cried and loved the story like never before❤ Tolstoy is simply the best ❤❤
Since you loved “Crying in H Mart,” I think you would really enjoy my inspiring memoir “Cancer Don’t Care.” It debuted as a #1 bestseller on Amazon and has received much praise by readers who really connect with my story, writing style, and ability to weave humor into a very serious subject. It was published earlier this year and I would love to know your feedback!
Finished one of your neighbor's novels recently, fellow Long Islander Brianna Fenty. It's pretty good and available on Audible. It's called the Monster and the Magpie, and the setting is Reykjavik, Iceland. To be honest I didn't love the plot but the characterizations are great. Give it a try when you can. Listening time is about 10 hours at 1 X.
I've been on a murder mystery kick this month which is odd because those are typically Autumn books. I'm reading the Decagon House Murders currently and Anne of Green Gables. Lol
Hey Carolyn , really nice video ! I was wondering if I could help you with more Quality Editing in your videos and also make a highly engaging Thumbnail and also help you with the overall youtube strategy and growth ! Pls let me know what do you think ?
A lot of Enid Blyton's works have aged poorly to say the least. So just a heads up: She was very, very racist. Not very kind on women and girls either.
I don't think slow reading (as opposed to scan reading) gets enough props, let alone airtime on BookTube. People are just so intent on reading lots of books in a short space of time these days, amassing unrealistic book hauls, rendering reading another version of a rat race. Just takes away from reading for reading sake. I have to say slow reading makes the journey of navigating a book so much better and fruitful. It does not strictly have to be for poetry alone as is the case for Mary Oliver's collection "Devotions." Slow reading can also apply to longer, more complex works of fiction.
These are the words that I needed and been thinking of 🔆👏
@@MallowPuarangi I'm glad to hear that🙏
You are so right, books are to enjoy and we can not enjoy what we rush just to get a fake motivation by creating a big pile of books we just understand superficially. If we love literature (and i do so deeply) we should apreciate the benefits of taking our time to read, and re read, books are to think and enjoy. Life is running but we should take our time.
@@LilaCerullos You couldn't have said it better🙂🙏
@@joelharris4399 You make such a good point and I couldn't agree with you more, and for me, there are some books that must be read slowly to be understood. When BookTubers say they've read x-number of books this year, I want to quiz them on how many of those books they actually remember. Now I can understand if someone is in the book industry, they would get thru many books because it's their job, but yeah. Not trying to be mean but just saying what I think.
I'm just finishing Anne of Green Gables. I've never read it before and I'm loving it - especially the descriptions of the land. Anne's imagination is just a hoot!
Hello from Australia!!! I was just getting ready for bed, thank you! I always find your voice and nature so relaxing for winding down!
Hi Carolyn! Ok I finally did it! I just ordered myself a Kindle after seeing how much you love it! I've resisted for a while now but when I think of the sustainability and the benefit to our environment plus space saving and the fact that you love it as much as print books finally convinced me! Great vid as always! Hugs to you and Leon and Willow! 😊❤💚
My August books: "The Nightingale", 5 stars; "Pushing the Bear", 5 stars; trying to read with you "1Q84"; listening to "What You are Looking for is in the Library".
Hi Carolyn. I love the way you describe books. You have such a gentle and genuine disposition.
I understand your frustration with the noise, although it didn't come through too much on the video. I'm surrounded by gardeners using leaf blowers, planes flying overhead, and so many more distractions. This is why I enjoy reading after 12 am.
Having a quiet life is so underrated.
Yeah for Mary Oliver-wonderful poetry.
Michelle Zauner is such a talented narrator. I've listened to the audiobook multiple times.
Nice variety. Read 1Q84 last summer. Had an overall "meh" response. Some parts of the book capture your attention, however, overall it just feels looooonnnggg.
I agree. I enjoyed reading '1Q84', only to feel let down as the narrative threads wrapped up toward the end. Murakami lost interest and gave up in this looooong story.
Thanks,I enjoyed watching this video ❤
My August reads:
Piranesi by Susanna Clarke, nice and cozy little book, can't recommend enough!
Also some French sci-fi: Planet of the Apes, Terre en fuite, Les Xipéhuz.
Crying in H Mart really opened the door of food books for me, the mix of food and literature is so fun and interesting because so much of culture is tied to food. Angela Hui's "Takeaway" is one of my August reads and I highly highly recommend it.
Next on my food books TBR is Invitation to a Banquet!
I enjoy listening to you talk about books and reading. Like you I enjoy middle grade and children's books.
"Devotions!!" Mary Oliver is my poet idol!! I've been reading her forever and she inspires much of my own poetry.
I started TTT a while ago but didn't get to finish it, but from what I have read it was really good. Would really love to pick it up and complete it!
Thanks for the reviews, Carolyn. I enjoyed very much. I've read 4 books this month: The Great Meaulnes, by Alain-Fournier; A collection of novels and short stories by Balzac; Night Flight, by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry ; and Perfume, by Patrick Süskind.
LOOve Mary Oliver's Poetry😊📚📚📚Thank You So For Introducing me To This Most Awesome Poet😊🌿📚
hello carolyn!! this month i’ve read a good amount but the highlights are rebecca and northanger abbey which i’ve both given 5 stars to.
i’m currently reading frenchman’s creek! 💚
If u have read books related to or based on Van Gogh, can u do it as a video themed Van Gogh?
❤📚❤️ Thank you for the reviews!
I'm starting the new month with The Fortnight in September by R.C. Sherriff, which was blurbed by Kazuo Ishiguro! I added your recommendation to my list.
I loved this book 📖 ❤️ and am pleased to know that Kazuo Ishiguro recommended it.
@janeturner9064 I'm nearly finished. It's such a beautiful, quiet story.
Just finished my third reread of War and peace translated by Anthony Briggs. I cannot recommend this translation enough- I got so into reading it I lost track of time. I laughed, cried and loved the story like never before❤ Tolstoy is simply the best ❤❤
Food for thought. Best wishes.
Is not 1Q84 Lyon's fave? If yes, interested to know his view also.
I am reading Belladonna for September..so far I'm liking it alot
Since you loved “Crying in H Mart,” I think you would really enjoy my inspiring memoir “Cancer Don’t Care.” It debuted as a #1 bestseller on Amazon and has received much praise by readers who really connect with my story, writing style, and ability to weave humor into a very serious subject. It was published earlier this year and I would love to know your feedback!
Finished one of your neighbor's novels recently, fellow Long Islander Brianna Fenty. It's pretty good and available on Audible. It's called the Monster and the Magpie, and the setting is Reykjavik, Iceland. To be honest I didn't love the plot but the characterizations are great. Give it a try when you can. Listening time is about 10 hours at 1 X.
Still on 1Q84 :/, listening to Circe and the subtle knife, also read the Martian
Did you ever give your thoughts on “Middlemarch”??
I've been on a murder mystery kick this month which is odd because those are typically Autumn books. I'm reading the Decagon House Murders currently and Anne of Green Gables. Lol
Currently Reading The Daughter of The Moon Goddess By Sue Lynn Tan+ am Soo Enjoying it, Love the Storyline So Far😊🌛☁️
a book that changed everything for me was Magnetic Aura from Borlest
Seeing this spambot on every booktube video. So annoying.
Hey Carolyn , really nice video ! I was wondering if I could help you with more Quality Editing in your videos and also make a highly engaging Thumbnail and also help you with the overall youtube strategy and growth ! Pls let me know what do you think ?
A lot of Enid Blyton's works have aged poorly to say the least. So just a heads up: She was very, very racist. Not very kind on women and girls either.
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