Reading

And so I’m back (from outer space)

General Geekiness
CC Syd Daoust

CC Syd Daoust

My exams are done. I’m back and should have slightly more time for blogging.

As of late, I’ve been steadily working on my novel, now tentatively titled Summertime Blues but that will probably change. Proofreading is draining, especially since I’ve realized the novel needs far more help than previously expected. I’ve determined that this draft is repetitive and boring, and that Will annoys the crap out of me with his emo-lite whining. Primarily first person POV is not conducive to this story.

At least as the writer I realize that it is by no means a masterpiece. Better that I recognize its faults than praise its few (if any) virtues.

On new books and saving money

What's On the Bookshelf?

Today I made the trip to my local library to go to the book sale. I like to go a couple of times a year to get inexpensive used books and support the library (my numerous fines and late fees notwithstanding).

I bought The Shining, On Writing and Captains Courageous for $1.50, total.

I’ll be set for about a week.

What’s On the Bookshelf? Vol. 2

What's On the Bookshelf?

Today’s book is Espresso Tales by Alexander McCall Smith, the second book in the 44 Scotland Street series. Like its predecessor, Espresso Tales is a collection of a Scotsman serial. The result? Short, bite sized bits about the people who live in the Georgian townhouse at 44 Scotland Street.

McCall Smith’s books are the perfect antidote to the doom and gloom of the outside world. The characters ring true, and the situations they get into are certainly entertaining.

I was happy to discover while reading this that Bertie, the over stressed hyper-intelligent six year old, is frequently featured in this collection.