Happy Friday Links
8-20-21
Hi readers,
I’m so glad we are almost to the weekend. It has taken forever to get to Friday; if only we could work two days and have a five-day weekend. I finished a couple of books this week, and things are starting to feel sorta normal again with my reading.
This weekend is probably the last time that I won’t have to work on Saturday for a couple of months, and I’m going to enjoy every single minute of the next two days. I work for a CPA firm doing bookkeeping and taxes, and two deadlines are coming up that will require me to work on Saturdays to get everything done for each deadline. After 40 tax seasons, I’m ready to be done. Counting down to August 2023 and there will be no more tax seasons for me after that, and I can’t wait.
Now, on to a few bookish links for your Friday and weekend reading.
I love almost everything the Magnolia Network has produced so far, and I’m so excited to see that my favorite show, Finding Freedom, has been renewed for season 2 along with several others.
I just adore Elizabeth Acevedo’s books; I listened to all three on audio, my first audiobook experience. She began her career as a slam poetry artist. Here are twelve of the best slam poetry performances.
I have a hard time remembering the last book I read. I don’t know if it is a “getting older” thing or just what the problem is. Here are some tips to help you remember the books you read.
Here is a short article about Jasmine Guillory and the books she recommends.
Ashley Hasty from the Hasty Book List shares 25 authors and their failures.
Authors tell us how much ratings and reviews affect their book sales.
When I was a kid, my family used to travel across the country to visit relatives. I love the weird and wacky, and we used to see a lot of wacky tourist stuff while traveling. All these roadside attractions bring fond memories of that time.
This makes my bookish heart smile.
A history of “school summer reading lists.”
Here’s hoping the weekend treats you well and lasts a long time. Happy reading!
Another great Friday read! I especially loved the "Roadside Attractions" link. I think I have seen 3 of them - very interesting and what fun to look for such landmarks when you are driving placed. Thanks for sharing!
I also love the "tips for remembering the books you read". I keep a journal myself and just give the books Stars for like or disliking - I should probably do more to remember them.