July proved diverse in reading interests. I reread Austen’s Emma, which prompted me to view the different flavors of cinematic Emma.
I then forged on and submitted a few of my TBR requests to the inter-library loan quadrant of our library since that train is allowed to roll down the track to provide literary supplements to the collection once again. I also wandered amongst the shelves*, selecting book titles that caught my fancy as a means of prolonging my visit to the library. It is one of the only places in town that requires masks (not suggests or recommends), creating a safe atmosphere that promotes a sense of peace.
*sadly, the library has recently closed until further notice, but the good news is that curbside service is still running along with inter-library loan.
Here are my highlights–click on the Goodreads link to read more thorough review information.
Not my favorite Austen, yet it is fun anticipating the lines from all the different films. Goodreads
Written by a friend and former writing group comrade, Dianna has written books for Scholastic and her writing is engaging and interesting in the topics she tackles. This one is based on a true story of a courageous bull terrier. Goodreads
I revisited the Thin Man films with William Powell and Myrna Loy–then I read the book. Verdict: I preferred the films. William Powell is soooo funny (although the drinking part got tiresome). Goodreads
Finally, I have read all three of the Bronte sisters. Agnes Grey is an appetizer, not a full meal—at least compared to Jane Eyre.Goodreads
Winner of the 1964 Hugo Award—if you like Ray Bradbury, check out this winner of a galactic tale. Goodreads
Gladwell knows how to conversely present a complicated topic, in this case, he dials in the factors of what creates success. Goodreads
Westover’s memoir is worth the hype and acclaim—reading Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers before her book added more depth to Westover’s story of overcoming adversity to reach academic success. GoodreadsPride and Prejudice enthusiasts might enjoy this focus on Mary, the middle Bennet sister. Purists? Hmmm… Goodreads
Amelia and her Egyptian adventuresdefinitely provide a lively read. Goodreads
Clever idea of telling a story through physical constructinstead of the usual chapter within. A quick, fairly engaging read. Goodreads
Have you read any of these titles? Any of the titles entice you?
Pam, just a heads-up re. the question posed to you by numerhood in the Comment section of my current blog post: Rudy is autistic and is quite obsessed with numbers. He’s also unclear about social boundaries, so he’ll often ask strangers questions that only mean something to him. But he doesn’t seem to take offense when people ignore him, so don’t feel obligated to respond.
The cover of Way Station looks really interesting, I would pick that up on the cover alone, or at least have an extended investagation of, based on the picture.
Pam Webb 
Oooo…interesting reading month! That one at the end intrigues me! 🙂
It certainly is unique in concept!
Pam, just a heads-up re. the question posed to you by numerhood in the Comment section of my current blog post: Rudy is autistic and is quite obsessed with numbers. He’s also unclear about social boundaries, so he’ll often ask strangers questions that only mean something to him. But he doesn’t seem to take offense when people ignore him, so don’t feel obligated to respond.
Thanks for the heads up. I thought I was missing an inside joke and you know I like a good laugh (math is not my forte)😉
;>)
The cover of Way Station looks really interesting, I would pick that up on the cover alone, or at least have an extended investagation of, based on the picture.
The book is much better than the cover!
Now I even more intrigued to source a copy.
👍🏻