Congratulations on an accepted book proposal! What exciting news- can’t wait to hear more ☺️
I just finished Cloud Cuckoo Land and am torn between too many choices for my next book. It’s “choose your own summer read” month in my book club and there are just too many options! One I’m considering is Tilt, by Emma Pattee. I found it on one of Nancy Pearl’s booklists, and the fact that it’s set in Portland appeals to me.
I almost always have a middle grade book playing on audio, and right now I’m finally experiencing Escape From Mr. Lemoncello’s Library for myself after watching students enjoy it year after year.
My devotional read for the summer is Reclaiming Quiet by Sarah Clarkson. I love the lilt of her words almost as much as her message - challenging, encouraging, and comforting all at once. And along with it I’m taking the opportunity to read through some of Wendell Berry’s Sabbath poems in This Day- through his words I’m ushered into the hush of creation even when I lack the time to get out there myself 💖
And then last but not least, I’m reading Stargirl aloud to my girls. I have yet to find a successful rhythm for read alouds in these highschool years, but I’m determined to keep trying! It’s always “worth it” when we manage to make it happen!
Congratulations on this book proposal, Théa!!!!!! I remember you mentioning that on our walk! I’m excited to hear more of your vision for this book, and how the Lord guides you as you write! I’ll prepare a spot on my Théa shelf! 🥰📚
Isn’t it? It’s a new thing we’re trying this year. We’ll all come together at the end of the month and “book talk” our choices. I’m looking forward to hearing about everyone’s picks!
I’ve had some rich reads already this summer: Letters from the Mountain, by Ben Palpant and currently What Grows in Weary Lands, by Tish Harrison Warren. I’m also finishing a reread of The Far Pavilions, by M. M. Kaye. I’m also finally reading At the Back of the North Wind with a book club.
I’m keeping my lighter reads for audiobooks, including a reread of Going Postal, by Terry Pratchett, and Archform Beauty, by L. E. Modesitt. I also enjoyed A Retired Assassin’s Guide to Country Gardening that I listened to for another book club.
And I beta read a friend’s sci fi novel, and am about to start reading one of my daughter’s book manuscripts to give her feedback.
Goodness! Guess I have more reading happening than I realized!
I enjoyed the first Maisie Dobbs very much but have not read more yet! I enjoyed The Q by the author of Emma M. Lion which I liked and am reading Lonesome Dove as my fat classic for the summer! :)
Thea, I wait with anticipation to hear more about your upcoming book! After helping so many authors with their work (this author included) I am so delighted that you will have your own published work in the world. There is already a place on my shelf for your book alongside my other Square Halo books. Well done, friend.
Congratulations, Thea! Thanks for sharing your happy news and all these great books! Hubby and I are reading the Little Britches series by Ralph Moody together again this summer:):)
Congratulations on an accepted book proposal! What exciting news- can’t wait to hear more ☺️
I just finished Cloud Cuckoo Land and am torn between too many choices for my next book. It’s “choose your own summer read” month in my book club and there are just too many options! One I’m considering is Tilt, by Emma Pattee. I found it on one of Nancy Pearl’s booklists, and the fact that it’s set in Portland appeals to me.
I almost always have a middle grade book playing on audio, and right now I’m finally experiencing Escape From Mr. Lemoncello’s Library for myself after watching students enjoy it year after year.
My devotional read for the summer is Reclaiming Quiet by Sarah Clarkson. I love the lilt of her words almost as much as her message - challenging, encouraging, and comforting all at once. And along with it I’m taking the opportunity to read through some of Wendell Berry’s Sabbath poems in This Day- through his words I’m ushered into the hush of creation even when I lack the time to get out there myself 💖
And then last but not least, I’m reading Stargirl aloud to my girls. I have yet to find a successful rhythm for read alouds in these highschool years, but I’m determined to keep trying! It’s always “worth it” when we manage to make it happen!
Congratulations on this book proposal, Théa!!!!!! I remember you mentioning that on our walk! I’m excited to hear more of your vision for this book, and how the Lord guides you as you write! I’ll prepare a spot on my Théa shelf! 🥰📚
"Choose your own summer read"! What a great idea!
Isn’t it? It’s a new thing we’re trying this year. We’ll all come together at the end of the month and “book talk” our choices. I’m looking forward to hearing about everyone’s picks!
I’ve had some rich reads already this summer: Letters from the Mountain, by Ben Palpant and currently What Grows in Weary Lands, by Tish Harrison Warren. I’m also finishing a reread of The Far Pavilions, by M. M. Kaye. I’m also finally reading At the Back of the North Wind with a book club.
I’m keeping my lighter reads for audiobooks, including a reread of Going Postal, by Terry Pratchett, and Archform Beauty, by L. E. Modesitt. I also enjoyed A Retired Assassin’s Guide to Country Gardening that I listened to for another book club.
And I beta read a friend’s sci fi novel, and am about to start reading one of my daughter’s book manuscripts to give her feedback.
Goodness! Guess I have more reading happening than I realized!
Letter From the Mountain is so beautiful, and What Grows in Weary Lands is on my wishlist! Sounds like some great choices :)
And hooray for your daughter's manuscript!
Also, congrats about the book proposal!
I enjoyed the first Maisie Dobbs very much but have not read more yet! I enjoyed The Q by the author of Emma M. Lion which I liked and am reading Lonesome Dove as my fat classic for the summer! :)
Oh, Lonesome Dove!! I'm overdue for a reread of that one--it's been years! And I'm very curious about the Q--I'll have to check it out!
Adding my congratulations to all the rest! Looking forward to hearing more about your new, very own project.
Thea, I wait with anticipation to hear more about your upcoming book! After helping so many authors with their work (this author included) I am so delighted that you will have your own published work in the world. There is already a place on my shelf for your book alongside my other Square Halo books. Well done, friend.
Aw thank you, friend, you're always so encouraging!
Congratulations, Thea! Thanks for sharing your happy news and all these great books! Hubby and I are reading the Little Britches series by Ralph Moody together again this summer:):)
Oh those books are so good!
Your new fav summer reading 🍋 https://lucialagarrigueaumonier.substack.com/p/fiction-le-grand-mariage-episode?r=7v69pt&utm_medium=ios