Have you ever read a book based on its title and book cover?
I did. I do.
Lately, I started my 2020 Goodreads Reading Challenge. I have read 15 books so far, an eclectic mix of memoirs, fairy tales, children’s books, fiction and historical books. I just thought it would be a good change to see book titles and book covers, how they were presented, not necessarily authors. I always read same authors anyway when I find some of their books interesting. Historical books to me always come in first because I love history no matte if the setting was just incorporated in the book itself. There is something wonderful knowing about the early years of man’s existence, how people were able to cope with lesser amenities that we have now. Period stories are fascinating to me.
Of course it is always a thrill to discover new authors, some recommended by fellow book lovers and some I find online. It is always nice to see a place described in another perspective. I recently saw Stephen King’s the Green Mile but I am not ready yet to read another Stephen King. It was years ago when I discovered some of his earlier works and I liked The Shining best. That was followed by my fascination with Robert Ludlum and Richard North Patterson. I had so many Ludlum books before but I lost some of it back in 2009 during a typhoon that flooded our place. Leon Uris came next, history at its best. I also love the works of Frank McCourt. ‘Tis and Angela’s Ashes are the best. I also read The Teacher Man. I haven’t discovered yet if he has new books in the market.
Occasionally, I read love stories too. I enjoyed A Hundred Little Flames. A unique story, an engrossing read. I am presently reading Dance Upon The Air by Nora Roberts. It has some good reviews on Goodreads. Sometimes though I am challenged by reading some unknown authors and not so good book reviews.
What have you been reading lately? Can you recommend authors that you like?
Dreams And Escapes 