Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Take a look...

It's in a book...
Reading Rainbow! (reading rainbow, reading rainbow)


Question: What is an avid reader with time on her hands, but on a tight budget to do?!?
Answer: Join a public library

So, yesterday I headed to the closest of 40 public libraries in Jefferson County and got myself a library card!  I was very impressed with the facilities and selection!  They even have a super easy electronic checkout where I use my library card (which fits on my key ring) and just place my books on a pad where it reads the barcode and checks it out in my name for 3 weeks.  I love technology!

Here are my first picks:
A modern etiquette book (just to brush up on my p's and q's-- I am in the South now!), a book by Chuck Colson (been meaning to read his stuff for a while now), a Christian fiction novel (who can resist Janette Oke!?), and a presidential profiles book (it has a one page synopsis on each president and I think this is a great way to learn more about each one without being bogged down with too much info.)

Rather eclectic mix, but I wanted to keep it interesting.  I'm halfway through The Centurion's Wife and am really enjoying it.

But... I need your help!

Please email me or feel free to comment your suggestions for my next visit!  I love Christian fiction, spy/military thrillers, classics, period pieces (such as Pride and Prejudice), and Christian 'inspiration'-type books.

Any suggestions are appreciated!!!
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3 comments:

  1. JoniJuly 27, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    I'm a big fan of the public library! You just have to remember to turn the books back in on time. I've had to pay several fines, oops! I just finished reading Karen Kingsbury's Redemption Series (5 books). It was good, very easy/quick reads. Now I'm reading The Help, it's fabulous!

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  2. LeslieJuly 28, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Thanks, Joni! I will add them to my list!!! :). I've heard lots about The Help with the movie coming out. It may be checked out but I will definitely check!

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  3. Lulu {The Home You Make}August 10, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    I had a library card in College Station (once Paul and I married and we needed some free entertainment) and here in Houston. I love using it, but have paid some fines too!! ps I bought all 3 of the kate spade books in that series and really enjoyed them. I'll buy used books like that on amazon for next to nothing as well.

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