Today I thought I’d take a closer look at the differences between fables and parables and come up with some recommendations for readers of all ages who enjoy a little learning with their leisure. A fable is: a short story that conveys a moral to the reader, typically with animals as characters. A parable is: a short story designed […]
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By: Maryann Yin,
on 8/22/2011
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By: Nicole T.,
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By: Maryann Yin,
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Bestselling novelist Wm. Paul Young has inked a deal with Hachette Book Group for his next, as-yet-untitled novel, “a compelling story that touches deeply felt emotions and needs, and questions of the heart.”
Young had this statement in the release: “We have had quite the adventure this last couple of years and I look forward with anticipation to what the future holds. The folks at Hachette are creative and passionate about the process and I am grateful for the integrity and support I have found at every level of this company.”
Young is best known for his hit Christian title The Shack. He originally wrote the book for his six children. It has since spawned a live stage show called “Stories from the Shack” and played in Seattle.
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By: Nicole T.,
on 5/27/2010
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I recently visited the Phillips Collection and was thrilled to see Renoir’s famous painting Luncheon of the Boating Party. After having a long discussion with friends about the intriguing people in the painting, I decided that Susan Vreeland’s historical novel with the same title was moving to the top of my summer reading list. I picked it up at the library today to read right after I finish my current book club book The Lacuna by Barbara Kingsolver.
As you can imagine, we often have discussions at the office about what everyone is reading, especially leading up to Memorial Day weekend. I learned that several of my colleagues are reading the Millenium Triology by Stieg Larsson. I didn’t even know the triology had a name. I bought the first two for my Dad for Christmas last year and hope to “borrow” them back when I see him in July. I heard there is already a line forming!
Below are some other books on staff summer reading lists, quite a variety as usual:
- Same Kind of Different as Me by Ron Hall and Denver Moore
- The Shack by William P. Young
- Building Social Business by Muhammad Yunus
- Suite Francaise by Irene Nemirovsky
What books are catching your eye this summer?