From Tracie: Thirteen Books I Can Not Pass By

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Thirteen Books I Can Not Pass By

I am a book lover. You can drop me off at a bookstore or a library and you don't have to worry about me for hours, or even days. Some books are so good, I find myself picking them up in the bookstore and petting them while murmuring, "My Precious," even though I already own them. Got the visual?

Here are thirteen books I saw the other day at the store....

1. Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers, fiction ~ I love all of the books she has written, but Redeeming Love is the most amazing.  (Don't read without your tissues box close by)

2. The Mitford Books by Jan Karon, fiction ~ Simply Beautiful. These books pull you into the story of a small town. You fall in love with, not only the main characters, but everyone who lives in Mitford.

3. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, fiction ~ The first time I read this, I was in middle school. It is still one of my favorites.

4. Emma by Jane Austen, fiction ~ I love all Jane Austen books.

5. The Sword of Truth Series by Terry Goodkind, fantasy ~ It is hard for me to take nine books and sum them up in a sentence. I'm going to just say this series is ingenious. It was made it into a television show, but I would request that you don't judge the book by it's....."cover"?  (Rated R)

6. Wicked by Gregory Maguire, fantasy ~ If you love The Wizard of Oz, here is your chance to see the Wicked Witch's side of the story. (Rated R)



7. The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom, autobiography ~ Amazing.

8. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou, autobiography ~ A strong survivor.




9. The Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis, children ~ Not only do I love these precious children's books, I also love his non-fiction. I usually read through Mere Christianity at least once a year.
10. The Nancy Drew Series by Carolyn Keene, children ~ I read and re-read these so many times when I was little. I remember this one being one of my favorites. Now Katarina and I read them together which is extra special.

11. Breaking Free by Beth Moore, nonfiction ~ A great study book.

12. Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning, nonfiction ~ I found Brennan Manning through Rich Mullins (if you look closely you can see him on the cover). Ragamuffin Gospel is the first Manning book I read so it will always be special.  If you haven't already read any of his books, leave right now and go get them all!

13. The Alexandra Cooper Series by Linda Fairstein, mystery ~ In real life Linda Fairstein led the Sex Crimes Unit of the District Attorney's Office in Manhattan for 25 years. If you like Law and Order SVU, you will love these books.



There are other authors and books I could include in this list. In fact, I probably could have found at least 13 books in each section of the store.

Just in case you were wondering, yes, there were people giving us funny looks as I posed for pictures with random books all over the store - it was rather hilarious. An employee started following us around, and I am pretty sure she thought we were some type of crazy shoplifting family (also, after this post, I don't need to have another picture of myself on this blog for at least two years).

I would like to thank my husband for looking at me strangely and saying, "Don't you already own that book?" when I pick these up at the store, so I will put them back down again. Also, my local Borders Bookstore for making these pictures possible. Finally, Thursday Thirteen, where you can find more people talking about their thirteen things.

Are there any books you love to visit at the store even though you already own them?

30 comments:

  1. Looks like you had a blast. Some great books on your list. Makes me want to go for a trip to the library. Thanks for sharing. Happy T13!

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  2. YES! Another Linda Fairstein lover, like myself. She actually stopped by my blog a few years ago and was kind enough to send me a copy of her latest book. Really blew me away.

    And I LOVE LOVE LOVE the pictures with your post! They totally made me laugh.

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  3. How great of you to take pictures in the store! Free fun! I am always looking for good books to read. Thanks for the recommendations.

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  4. I love the book you posted here..Jane Eyre, The Hiding Place, and Redeeming Love, got to find sometime to scout for other books. Thanks for sharing.

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  5. I can spend a day in a book store. Read all the Narnia books out loud to my sons, one of my best accomplishments.

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  6. Hey... I want to spend a day in a library or book store with you!!!

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  7. You are as eclectic a reader as I am.

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  8. Great concept for a T13 post! I loved Jane Eyre, but Emma...not so much. Now I'm itching for a trip to B&N so I can spend that GC I got for my birthday!

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  9. Another book lover here, although we only have
    CS Lewis and Jane Austen in common - I haven't heard of most of those. I've now got a great way to find new authors - when we go to the library my preschooler chooses a book for me. Some have been a bit, not me, but I've had some great reads this way!

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  10. I also love to read an have a lot of books but I don't know the once you show here ! Nice idea to present them yourself !

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  11. From one book lover to another - I absolutely love your list!

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  12. Thanks for visiting me on my blog the other day. I got you mixed up with another Tracie, so I didn't find your blog right away. I loved your book selection. Some I've read also, some I'll be putting on my wishlist on Bookmooch right away. Our library does not stock english books, so I borrow or mooch books whenever I can. Have a great (rest-of)week. I'll be following you and look forward to your unique posts! Hugs!

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  13. Thanks for visiting my blog :)

    I'm not much of a book reader, so I really haven't heard of any of these. I like the way you posted the pictures!

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  14. i have to get back to reading - so many bloggers are reminding me :D

    Upcoming and Awaited

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  15. Loved the way you worked your pictures in there :)

    Have a great Thursday!
    http://harrietandfriends.com/2010/03/hot-job-senior-citizen-whats/

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  16. I love to read Linda Farstein's articles in Cosmo. I still have yet to read any of her books, although I would like to eventually.
    I like to visit Alice Hoffman at the bookstore.

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  17. i only read jane eyre like 2 or 3 years ago but it was one of my absolute favs. i stumbled upon a list published by stephen king of the 10 best books of 2009 - not horror, just books - and i jotted down the ones that interested me, and thus far he has not disappointed!

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  18. Great list! Love books. The Sword of Truth series is great; my husband and I both enjoyed those (as books on tape) and that is saying something.

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  19. I've been looking for good reads (I think you commented on my post about books this week, so you already know that), and I love this post. I especially love that some of your 13 were series, so they contain more than just one book. You'll keep me reading forever!

    ~Elizabeth
    Confessions From A Working Mom

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  20. Ah, there's nothing as seductive as a bookstore. My husband doesn't get it. :)

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  21. I always loved to read, but somewhere along the road, my interests turned from fiction to computer manuals. Geeky! But I've always retained my love of fiction and am now writing my first novel, Convictions.

    My TT: The One That Got Away

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  22. Great list! I also love books. I've been wanting to read Gregory Maguire and Jan Karon's books but can't ever remember that I want to read them while I'm at the library.

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  23. I just adore a book lover myself :) I mean, I completely understand what you mean. A good book is priceless! : ) I haven't read Wicked yet but I want to. Did you read Water for Elephants? I highly recommend that! So good!

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  24. You have several of my favorites on your list and now I have some new ones to look for.

    I can't be allowed near bookstores if I want to pay my mortgage too.

    T 13 - Magical Creatures

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  25. I love to read too. Emma is one of my favorites.

    Thanks so much for visiting my blog. :)

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  26. I'm a bookaholic, too. I have read many of the books on your list. The Hiding Place was so moving. I read it in one sitting.

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  27. Love this.. I'm a book fan too!!! I forgot about the Mitford series - makes me wanna go re-read it!... I had the hardest time reading Wicked... just couldnt get into it.... But I keep forgetting about "The Hiding Place" - wanna get that - going to go order it now before I forget!

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  28. the only book i have read among your top 13 is the nancy drew series :D

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  29. I wish I had known you liked The Mitford Books...I gave away the ones my Mom had after she passed

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