Happy Friday Links
7-16-21
Hey readers,
Another work week is in the rearview mirror, and the weekend stretches before us in everything good it holds. I’m trying to get some things accomplished around the house this weekend as I’m headed to Southern California on vacation at the end of the month. I’m excited that I’ll see family I had not seen since before Covid last year. I have to finalize a pet sitter for my cat, who has never been alone since I adopted him a couple of years ago, and take care of some other things before leaving on vacation. Plus, my weekend isn’t complete unless I get in a good chunk of reading time.
I subscribe to so many newsletters, and I read some fascinating articles during the week. However, some of those articles are too “fill in the blank” to share. I don’t want to fan the flames related to politics, religion, and many other touchy subjects. I try hard to stick to books and topics that will put a smile on your face.
Here are this week’s links.
I loved the podcast; I’m excited about the Peacocktv series.
Who knew that reading fiction could teach a writer how to write about crime.
America’s favorite government teacher has started her very own podcast, and I can’t tell you how excited I am about this.
Interesting, and when all else fails, ask a favorite FB group.
I’m still sad whenever I see or read anything about him, but I’m looking forward to seeing this documentary. (NY Times)
If you have no connection to Southern California, this may not mean much to you. I was born and raised there, I love its history and nostalgia, and this newsletter brings the best of both.
To each their own, I question the ability to retain anything about what one reads when reading this much.
If you’ve ever wanted to write a book, this podcast is for you. I discovered this podcast because Anne Bogel of Modern Mrs. Darcy was a guest on an episode. I stuck around because it is fascinating.
I cry way too quick at most everything—happy, sad, heartwarming. I’m glad I’m not the only one.
Reading nooks, I’d take any of these in a heartbeat.
One of my favorites, my introduction to audiobooks. (NY Times)
Here’s hoping your weekend is everything you want it to be and that you get lost in a good book, at least for a little while.
If you love reading as much as I do, I’d love it if you’d share an issue of my newsletter among your reading friends. One can never have too much to read. Happy reading!