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Book Club

Hi All,
We have shared our favourite books recently in the coffee lounge. So I was wondering what people are reading at the moment or listening to on audiobooks? What's the book about and would you recommend it to us on the community?
I have just finished Patrick Ness - A Monster Calls, which has just been made into a film with Liam Neeson as the talking tree. It's a very moving story, but so very sad.
I have just started Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere...
Look forward to hearing what you are all reading at the moment
Best wishes
We have shared our favourite books recently in the coffee lounge. So I was wondering what people are reading at the moment or listening to on audiobooks? What's the book about and would you recommend it to us on the community?
I have just finished Patrick Ness - A Monster Calls, which has just been made into a film with Liam Neeson as the talking tree. It's a very moving story, but so very sad.
I have just started Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere...
Look forward to hearing what you are all reading at the moment
Best wishes
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Hello all,
I'm currently studying part time in attempt to complete my English Literature degree (I left after 2 years with a HND instead) so I'm constantly listening to all sorts of books on my commute to and from work (audiobooks have been a massive lifeline for me).
I'm about to listen to Wuthering heights again - but currently I'm listening to Stephen Fry read Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
would absolutely recommend as I find Stephen Fry really easy to listen to, without falling asleep!
i have literally just started Mitch Albom's latest book ' The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto'.
I have read all of his books as I think he is an amazing writer. My fave book of his though has to be 'The Five People You Meet in Heaven'. I've also got the film of that book ..... sobbed all the way through. But loved it!!
Than I reread again "The Little Prince" by Antoine de Saint Exupery.
Now I am reading the book written by life mentor Nick Vujicic " No limbs, No limits" and planing to read the BFG by Roald Dahl.
I have few books from library for kids as well as I find them very inspirational.
And collection of books in English which I bought or got donated few years ago and never had time to read ( for example "The woman who saved the children". It is about Eglantyne Jebb who funded Save the children charity). I did not have time to read yet and it is waiting good few years for me.
I love books as I always find them very inspirational and look for quotes for life and learn about other people's life.
If I find any book extremely value I am planning to create a presentation about it. This days not all kids read the books from begging to end. Some of them do not understand contest.
But I found also that these days are really talented writers and illustrators than when I was a child.
I love the idea for the topic created here.
Awaiting father recommendation.
If any one would like to share the book which brought lots of inspiration to life or uplifted feelings, added energy and motivation to keep with difficulties of life please let me know.
I already ask one group I follow on FB (elated to my condition) about the most inspirational book they came across but only 2 recommendations were given. However, the people stated that those books were not inspired at all as they are just the statement, facts about illness and pain people deal with. But do not says what they did to move father in life.
Have a nice evening everyone. Iza
I have never used audio books before, but I am really enjoying listening to them at night or when I am travelling.
Im listening to Sue Perkins Autobiography at the minute, it's really nice to hear it in her voice!
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I've had a book sat on my desk for a while, and just wondered if anyone here would like it?
It's called Broccoli and Bloody-Mindedness. You can find out more about it on Amazon.
It sounds great, but unfortunately, I've just not had a chance to get around to reading it - so thought someone here might enjoy it instead.
Let me know if you'd like it!
I have taken a break after book four and I'm reading a book called 'The Policewoman' which is very good.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/we-are-all-equels-integrate-by-izadora-evans-11488476
https//www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-jonathan-livingston-seagull-a-story-written-by-richard-bach-following-passion-in-life-11488436
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-the-little-prince-by-antoine-de-saint-exup-ry-inspirational-life-s-lessons-11489315
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-good-christian-11494640
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cancer-awareness-based-on-inspiring-book-be-the-miracle-by-regina-brett-izadora-evans-11488455
I hope I am allow to share my inspirational values of book here. I did attached the links using chain symbol for the first time.
I hope I managed well
I hope I may inspire someone too.
Iza
Absolutely fascinating and Stephen is such a great writer, it is all easy to understand and very emotive. Id definitely recommend!
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One book I will never forget is 'My Path Leads to Tibet' by Sabriye Tenberken. Sabriye is blind and when she was 26 years old she traveled from her home in Germany to Tibet by herself. Here she discovered blind people living destitute on the streets having been banished from their families as they were deemed a curse. She ended up staying, made many friends, set up a school for blind people and invented a Tibetan version of Braille. I really recommend this excellent, uplifting story.
Welcome to the community, Im a bit of a zombie fan, do you watch the Walking Dead?
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All the best
Andygt66
That is a good book - I agree - Have you tried her other novel a closed and comet orbit by Becky Chambers?
I have also enjoyed Sleeping giants by a Sylvain Neuvel
Best
I ordered the second book by Chambers and handed it to my husband with strict instructions that I receive it for Christmas. It’s so hard to put it to one side as I’m looking forward to it so much.
I also heartily recommend “The Soul of an Octopus” which is non-fiction but a very interesting read.
Currently I am reading “Rivers of London” for the second time, and “The Colour Purple” for the first. I’m also reading “Fingers in the Sparkle Jar” and “The Black Book”.
I usually have four four books on the go at once. What about you? Do you prefer to have a selection on hand or to focus on one at a time?
I prefer to read a physical book but this year got a kindle unlimited subscription which includes books with audio narration and now I sometimes listen to a book when I’m in the car.
I love the Rivers of London books. I have started reading the set of graphic novels to this series too.
Yes, I usually have several books and kindle books on the go.
You might want want to check out the kindle daily deals and monthly deals -always something worth it for just 99p
Just type Amazon kindle daily deal into google - everyday at least three new offers
Best
I am slowly working my way thru a true crime book about Jack the Ripper which has lots of interesting animations, showing where someone went on a map, for example. I got that one from Kindle Unlimited and it’s a great read.
I am also reading “The Self Care Project” a book recently released by the people who make Buddy Boxes. It’s a good little self help book about making the time to properly care for yourself; both in the sense of ensuring you have your meds and take them and also making sure you take time to do the things you enjoy. It’s good to be reminded from time to time.
Are you hoping for books for Christmas? What’s on your list for Santa?
Those sound interesting.
On my list are the new Philip Pullman, a graphic novel series by Joe Hill -Locke and Key and Chris Difford's biography
How about yours?
Best
Hopefully Santa checked my amazon wish list lol! @Stayce
I will probably look up the original tale when I am done.
As an individual I stood alone.
As a member of a group I did things.
As part of a community I helped to create change!
Wondered if anyone watched The Miniaturist on BBC1 over Xmas a two part drama and also has read the book it is based on by Jesse Burton??
Have seen the tv programme. not read the book. The book according to online info has won awards in 214z
I was almost at the end of the first of a two book book about the British Army in the early 1900's (fiction) but for the life of me I cannot remember the name of the book or author, lol!
TK
Also if you are part of a book group, you can apply by 20 January for your book group to read and review Alison's White brilliant memoir about her experiences as a mum of a child with CP, Letter to Louis, published by Faber Books.
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I'm also reading The Elements of Eloquence by Mark Forsyth, which is fun if you're a bit of a language nerd.