What a pleasant surprise this one was for me. I heard a lot about the story some time ago and added it to my list. Now, with Woodson's new book out, IWhat a pleasant surprise this one was for me. I heard a lot about the story some time ago and added it to my list. Now, with Woodson's new book out, I've been hearing more about her and both of these books. I added this one to my audio queue and didn't think much when it arrived.
The story is the early life story of the author. When she was growing up, very young, splitting her time between the South and New York City. I grabbed the audio, which is read by the author. Immediately something seemed a bit 'different' on the audio. I forgot that this book is a series of poems, almost a stream of thought at times. I wondered if perhaps I would loose something on this by not having the print, and listening to the audio. But I was so drawn to this story and Woodson does a wonderful job with the audio.
I loved hearing the stories of her growing up, her siblings, her grandparents. I did not want this one to end. I still have the little song in my head that her Dad/Grandfather would sing, and that she would sing in the audio. I'm so glad that I finally picked this one up and that I listened via audio. I've already ordered Woodson's latest book, but sadly, she does not narrate this one.
Overall, I would highly suggest this one, and grab the audio. You will not be disappointed....more
Never got a chance to review this one...... I actually won this book via a blog and the book was shipped directly from the publisher. It includes numeNever got a chance to review this one...... I actually won this book via a blog and the book was shipped directly from the publisher. It includes numerous recipes with tons of glossy, mouthwatering photos. This book would be great for someone who wants to explore veganism and perhaps starting to cooking vegan. The recipes are solid recipes that don't have crazy, hard to find ingredients or packaged/fake foods. They also are not complicated recipes. Each recipe includes the nutritional analysis information which is always a plus. I would suggest this book to new vegans, people interested in eating more plant-based meals, or just someone looking for some new interesting recipes....more
Such a great book. My second book by Lahiri and it did not disappoint. Her writing is beautiful and lyrical. I did see this movie many times as it is Such a great book. My second book by Lahiri and it did not disappoint. Her writing is beautiful and lyrical. I did see this movie many times as it is a favorite. Even though I know the story, the book seemed new to me. The audio version was so easy to listen to. I an fascinated by Indian culture and love reading about it. I can see myself reading this one over and over again and will be watching the movie again very soon. ...more
I picked this one up from the library and knew immediately it was one I have to buy. The recipes have all natural and easy to find ingredients. They sI picked this one up from the library and knew immediately it was one I have to buy. The recipes have all natural and easy to find ingredients. They seem like recipes that you can throw together quickly on a weeknight. I made a couple of recipes from the book and thought they were great. They had such bold flavors. I can see using this book over and over especially on nights when I do not feel like cooking and want something good and fast. Love this one!...more
I have been wanting to read this one forever. I decided to grab the audio version and listen to it. I absolutely loved the audio version. Ron Perlman I have been wanting to read this one forever. I decided to grab the audio version and listen to it. I absolutely loved the audio version. Ron Perlman was fantastic. At first, I thought his voice might be too bold, but it was just perfect. I had the print version also but really enjoyed listening to Perlman.
The story was quite interesting. To hear more of the war time in Russia, the horrible things the people needed to get through, Lev and Kolya's journey for the eggs, and the banter of the two made this a very interesting book. It was a very easy read and probably one I would pick up again in the future....more
Perfect book for traveling in the area. Provided a wealth of information that helped us make a few plans on land. Loved the section on hiking and the Perfect book for traveling in the area. Provided a wealth of information that helped us make a few plans on land. Loved the section on hiking and the appendix on the details of the hikes on land....more
I love to read anything by Ruth Reichl. I have been a fan for a long time. Everything in her books just flows together nicely. Naturally, I love to reI love to read anything by Ruth Reichl. I have been a fan for a long time. Everything in her books just flows together nicely. Naturally, I love to read anything about food and especially love cookbooks. ...more
I got this one from the library as I heard quite a bit of hype about it on some vegan boards. I did not read it for the 'lose weight' information, I wI got this one from the library as I heard quite a bit of hype about it on some vegan boards. I did not read it for the 'lose weight' information, I wanted to see the recipes. They look interesting and made with easy to find ingredients. Looking forward to cooking more from this one....more
Just getting to this review.....how to talk about this one? Eileen is a sick, horrible, lonely, desperate individual. I kept reading to see what she wJust getting to this review.....how to talk about this one? Eileen is a sick, horrible, lonely, desperate individual. I kept reading to see what she would do or say next. She is pitiful, disrespectful, and has very low self-esteem. But I found her such an oddly fascinating character. I have never known anyone like this (thank goodness), so I had read more and more. It's a slow moving story and not much happens there until the end. But it's an in-depth look at one sad soul. I can't say this is one for everyone. I'm sure many would be turned off by many of the things Eileen says or does. But if you really want to delve into the mind and actions of a character, this is one for you....more
This was such a cute little book. A great way to revisit Harry Potter. I try to read a Harry Potter book every December, so this was a nice, quick reaThis was such a cute little book. A great way to revisit Harry Potter. I try to read a Harry Potter book every December, so this was a nice, quick read during the summer. I would have liked to have had a bit more story as this was really just more of an encyclopedia. A must for any Harry Potter fan....more
Wow! I have to step up my blender game. Usually I use it for smoothies, which I'm currently in a rut and need smoothie inspiration. So many wonderful Wow! I have to step up my blender game. Usually I use it for smoothies, which I'm currently in a rut and need smoothie inspiration. So many wonderful new ideas and things to make. I did make a cheesecake once in a blender and thought I was just being lazy (did not want to wash a bunch of bowls, etc). Glad to see all the other things you can make in a blender. I grabbed this one from the library and plan to hold on to it for some time....more
It a decent cookbook, but it just does not appeal to me. Sometimes I think a cookbook has a huge downfall for me if it does not have pictures for reciIt a decent cookbook, but it just does not appeal to me. Sometimes I think a cookbook has a huge downfall for me if it does not have pictures for recipes. I do like the fact they break down the price per serving for each recipe. The other thing I liked is tips on what to do with leftovers, such as spices. How these things can be used in other recipes in the book. It's a big book with two inserts for pictures. Just not enough for me. I think this book would be good for someone new to vegan cooking and really trying to cook on a budget....more
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