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Comment by Vanessa Holguin on February 8, 2016 at 8:44

I'm currently reading "S." by Doug Dorst. It's an interesting take on the "thing within a thing" concept (in this case, book within a book) semi-recently popularized by the movie Inception. The book is presented in the form of a novel titled "Ship of Theseus," which is an amazing read in and of itself, but includes "handwritten" notes from two readers of the book to each other in its margins. This is the basis of the story of "S."--the story within a story. There are also some papers and artifacts concealed within the book that also tie in with the plot, which make for an extremely interactive and tactile experience. Amazing read so far.

Comment by Katrina Burlason on January 15, 2016 at 10:32

I am reading "Ragged Company," by Richard Wagamese, which is about a group of homeless people who suddenly win a lottery and how it changes their lives or those around them.  I just finished "Memory of Water," by Emmi Itaranta, which is a science fiction story about a world in which water is such a scarce commodity that people's lives are affected by having a supply of water or being a victim of the lack of it.  Both are such interest explorations of people's characters!

Comment by Legal-Ease Proofreading on January 15, 2016 at 10:00

I was inspired to read Stephen King's Dark Tower series, because it was inspired by Robert Browning's ballad "Childe Roland to the Dark Tower Came," which was in turn inspired by a French Medieval story called "The Song of Roland." Shakespeare's King Lear also had an influence on Browning's poem. Clear as mud, right? :) So, as an English literature grad student and teacher, I was fascinated by the link between a Medieval French story, a Renaissance play, a Victorian poem, and a 21st century magical realism/fantasy novel.  So I'm on book 1...so far it's an interesting and edgy ride, and within the first two paragraphs I saw the connections. Has anyone else read King's series? I don't read him much, most of it is too dark for me. But I loved The Talisman, which he coauthored with the late Peter Straub, so I gave it a chance. I know it'll be a rough ride for my sensibilities in spots, but I'm excited to be reading them.

Comment by Cathy Houser on January 7, 2016 at 14:47

I am reading Silent Witness and love legal thrillers.  It's pretty good so far - I read on my e-reader (iPad) and also am slightly addicted to audible books from Audible.com and Audiobooks.com.  I have always had trouble falling asleep, and these audibles allow me to change my thought over from the "pages of the day" or "problems of the day" to other things involved with the book.  Try the audibles - you'll love them!  Plus, the earphones block out my husband's snoring!!!

Comment by Karen Herzog on January 7, 2016 at 11:32

I just finished a book by a person I knew several years ago. We served in the Air Force Reserves together, in Charleston, SC. I never knew he had written these books until he passed away recently. His books are fiction about the south. I just finished one called Sister Santee the author is Ken Burger. It was a fiction tale about people living around the Santee River during Hurricane Hugo. Good read, especially if you went through that hurricane like I did. My next one is called Swallow Savannah, also by Ken Burger.

Comment by Janiece Young on December 24, 2015 at 4:51

I am reading Rise:  Even Death Can't Stop Me by Frank Thomas.  It is a true story of Frank Thomas and how he overcame so much.  If you ever think you have/had it bad, read this story.  

Comment by Stephanie Barringer on November 23, 2015 at 11:49

I read most of my books from the public electronic library for free.  I just finished the 4th book in the series by Sarah J. Mass.  Her books are YA fantasy and excellent.  Two of her books are up for the best YA books of the year...

Comment by April Thompson on October 23, 2015 at 22:04

I'm reading Jayber Crow by Wendell Berry, which is lovely and thought provoking, and Song of Roland, which is violent and bloody. Nice combination!

Comment by Valerie Shand on October 11, 2015 at 12:58

I enjoy science fantasy, and I'm currently reading my way through Robin Hobb's series.  Having read Farseer Trilogy and Liveship Traders Trilogy, I am currently reading the Tawny Man Trilogy.  Every now and again, just for a change of pace, I'll seek out a Michel Crichton or a Brad Meltzer.

What are you reading?

Comment by Katrina Burlason on June 12, 2015 at 13:26

I'm reading "What Alice Forgot," by Liane Moriarty.  It has an interesting premise in that Alice has amnesia for the last 10 years of her life.  Can you imagine the changes in your life in 10 years?  I'll let you know how I like it by the end.

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