Some days I think I subconsciously started this blog to confess my sins, not for the loftier goal of expanding my readers minds through books. I've been bad. I admit it. Here's what I've done lately.
I've been invited to join a new book club. I only know one person in the club and she admits she never reads the book, but goes for the socializing. They meet each month at a different restaurant for dinner and discussion. The February selection is 'The Lace Reader' so I had to get a copy didn't I? I like to discuss books AND socialize.
Saturday, I attended a writing conference and in typical conference fashion, they had a book store and book signings. Need I say more. I did limit myself to one reference book titled 'How to be a Selling Fiction Writer'. I'm showing some restraint, aren't I? I didn't walk out with an arm load.
After seeing a stage rendition on 'South Pacific' at the local theater, I felt I should add some Michener to my reading list. In this case however I ordered it from Paperback Swap. I got it for free. I have used this service in the past to trade books I've finished. It is a wonderful way to recycle and spread the joy of books. I didn't actually go out into the world and 'buy' a new book. It's been well read.
My list is getting longer, not shorter. I seem to be in the mode of taking two steps forward then three steps back. In the name of research, I also picked up a book about women and addiction when I was in the book store. Confessing is cleansing and every time I fall down, I have to pick myself back up again. I hope you've noticed that I haven't moved myself past step 2 until I get a better handle on what is fueling my obsession. My bookshelf has become and still is, unmanageable. I'm just beginning to understand the reasons why.
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