Dear Book Friends,
Greetings! I am still out of town and I’m feeling very sleepy and I’ve been working a ton! But it’s all very fun and exciting, and I’m still here to give you all the juicy book deets you’re dying to know. So let’s go.
Bookish Goods
Handmade Pressed Unique Floral and Glitter Bookmarks by FloralResinTreasures
Inspired by nature, real pressed flowers, leaves, and a hint of glitter flakes are encased in resin to create this gorgeous bookmark. An added colored tassel to completes the look and functionality.
New Releases
The Candy House by Jennifer Egan
Visit from the Goon Squad received much acclaim when it came out several years ago. Now Jennifer Egan is back with a companion novel, which you can read on its own or as a follow up to Goon Squad. BUT The Candy House received the royal treatment, audiobook wise, and is narrated by a full cast. Ah! Can’t wait!
Time Is a Mother by Ocean Vuong
I just finished listening to Ocean Vuong narrate his latest poetry collection on audio. Ugh, it’s so incredibly beautiful, and there’s nothing like listening to a poet narrate his work. Time Is a Mother was written after Vuong’s mother passed away, and it’s full of longing for the person he loved most.
Riot Recommendations
Putting a New Edge on an Old Blade
Samuel R. Delany – Reading in His Library
Living Religions, Living Myths: On Retelling the Ramayana
How Creative Writing Programs De-Politicized Fiction
The Star Trek Role That Was Actually Written for Robin Williams
Fort Collins whiskey gets TV cameo, now has an unexpected Star Trek following
Between darkness and the splintered lights of Tolkienian faery: an interview with Verlyn Flieger
Also this is amazing: Bohemian Rhapsody played on a 1910 Fairground Organ
And Here’s A Cat Picture!
Since I’m still out of town for work, my husband sent me this picture of Murray buddying up to him in my absence. I’ll admit I’m super jealous! I love to travel, but I hate missing my cats.
I know I’ve said this a bajillion times before, but cherish every moment with your pets! I miss this little dude so much! Can’t wait to see him tomorrow.
And that’s all for today. Thanks for stopping by. Be well, and have a wonderful weekend.
💙 Emily