Book Reviews and Recommendations

Let's chat books - in no particular order:


Self Coaching 101 - Brooke Castillo

I've talked a ton about this before.  Short, simple and so thought provoking.  I'm using her technique regularly and it makes a difference.  It basically an equation that sorts out thoughts, feelings, actions and results.  You can plug in any part and back-fill the rest to what you want.   When you're stuck, running negative loops, feeling a feeling you want to change, wanting different results - bam.


You are a Badass - Jennifer Sincero

I've also mentioned this gem too.  Another book filled with interesting ideas.  Lots are repeats and that's okay.  Hearing something again with a different voice is a good thing.  I don't think there was anything new in the book, but I liked the repetition.  Her reference section in the back is great.  I bought the hardcopy just so I could use that section (without losing it in my electronic reader world). Quick, easy to read chapters.  It's a good one!


Girl, Wash Your Face - Rachel Hollis

This was a non-starter for me.  From the intro and chapter one, I kept hearing her say - I'm not as wonderful and perfect as you think I am.  I have no idea who she is and I definitely didn't think that about her.  It hit a self-serving note to me - humble brag of sorts.  It comes recommended and I might give it another try at some point.  I judged it early and, to be fair, I was probably ready for a self-help book break.


Love What Is: Four Questions That Can Change Your Life - Byron Katie

I keep hearing about this book over and over so I finally listened and bought it.  It's on my COMING SOON list.  I'd never heard of her and now I can't stop hearing about her.  Looking forward to this read.


Think and Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill

This book too!  EVERYONE and I mean EVERYONE references it.  I have a feeling it's a more complicated read, but I'm now a proud owner of the book.  Also COMING SOON.  I'm more curious than anything about why it's so amazing and stands the test of decades of time.


Gift From the Sea - Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Also COMING SOON.  Also a book that stands the test of time.  I'm hitting this one next!


Crazy Rich Asians - Kevin Kwan

My current read and I'm loving it!  Funny, easy fiction.  It's become popular again because of the movie (which I heard about after I bought the book - dang).  I want to see the movie, so I'm hitting the book hard.  I know, seeing a movie so close to reading the book isn't a great idea, but I want to read this book AND I love the cast of the movie.  Some funny folks.  I could use a good laugh!  I'll get it both ways, I guess!


The 100 Year-Old Man who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared - Jonas Jonasson
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Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine -- Gail Honeyman

Two "different" kinds of read that I finished recently.  I enjoyed both and if you are looking for something that hits a different note, give these a try.  The 100 Year-Old Man is a bit like a Forrest Gump.  Eleanor Oliphant looks depressing on the surface, but is funny and up-lifting.


The Amazing Adventures of Cavalier Clay - Michael Chabon
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Small Great Things - Jodi Picoult
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All We Ever Wanted - Emily Giffin

All recommended.  All on my list of COMING AT SOME POINT.  I have them as samples in my kindle so I don't forget.  When the mood strikes, I'm ready!


Lisa Genova

My favorite author.  You'll recognize her books.  The earliest are the best, but I've liked every single one.


I can't wait read something - books make it better!