Monthly Archives: November 2014

The Nonfiction Adventure Challenge

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Donna

Many moons ago (in fact, March 2012) I signed up for the Nonfiction Adventure Challenge introduced by Michelle on the True Book Addict.  Like so many other challenges, I have woefully neglected this list, but I am now recommitting to … Continue reading →

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Another 2015 Challenge

Posted on November 21, 2014 by Donna

I’m still reading and enjoying mysteries.  I’m still leading the mystery discussion group at the library.  I’ve watched with interest as Vintage Mystery Bingo has developed over the past several year.  Now I’m jumping in with both feet.  And, yes, … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good by Jan Karon

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Donna

I am a great enthusiast for mystery novels.  While I’m always eager to solve the puzzle, I often cringe at the gruesome details of the murder.  After binge-reading mysteries I often want something cozier.  There is nothing more cozy than … Continue reading →

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Book Reviews: Ellery Queen early mysteries

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Donna

     Despite my long delight with mystery novels, I had never read Ellery Queen.  Back in the 1960s a local radio morning DJ used to play Ellery Queen one-minute mysteries and listeners could call in with the solution.  I … Continue reading →

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2015 Challenges

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Donna

When 2014 started with my having to take down my prior blog due to mischief-making, I lost connection with the blogging world and especially with my reading challenges.  I’m clearing the decks of other commitments and am ready to start … Continue reading →

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The Classic Club — Spin #8

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Donna

I have been woefully neglectful of my Classics Club reading. Time to move on and read some great books. My list is above. Looking forward to the spin number on November 10th. The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde … Continue reading →

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