Friday, November 28, 2014
Drinking: A Love Story
Caroline Knapp's memoir chronicles not only her descent into alcoholism but how she got there, where it took her and how she moved on with life after putting down the bottle. With the number of alcoholic women quickly gaining on their male counterparts, Knapp's memoir, despite being written in 1997, is fresh, relevant and worth revisiting. Knapp's bottom did not come from being homeless, or other brutal consequences often associated with alcoholism but from isolation, loneliness and the out-of-control realization that something is very, very wrong. In our "I deserve it" culture, Knapp's story will hit close to home for many.
A Man Came Out of a Door in the Mountain
The scenery and landscape described in this novel will make you feel like you are deep in the damp forests of the Pacific Northwest. Will amazing storytelling and an eye for detail, Harun paints a sinister plot that will keep you up at night. This is not a horror story but it does have 'keep you up at night' moments. Follow Leo and his four friends as they confront life in this dead end town and what happens when it seems like the devil himself has appeared.
“Mythical, magical, and chillingly real…Adrianne Harun’s writing can hold you breathless.”
—Jess Walter, author of Beautiful Ruins
—Jess Walter, author of Beautiful Ruins
Until Today
I've never been one for daily devotionals until a friend introduced me to this handy book. Each month is broken down by a theme such as Forgiveness, Trust, Faith, etc. and the entire month of devotionals focuses on the topic at hand. Written specifically for women, Iyanla delves into the difficult with loving kindness to help bring ourselves closer to our authentic self. A great way to start the day!
Psychopath Test
Much like me, you've probably called a boss, an ex-friend, maybe even a stranger a psychopath or its sister term, a sociopath. But what do these terms really mean and how would you truly know if the person in front of you was a psychopath?
Jon Ronson travels down the rabbit hole where he encounters Scientologists, LSD wielding psychologists, psychopathic CEO's and a whole network of individuals looking to find a cure for the incurable.
The Psychopath Test, written like an edge of the seat Law and Order episode, had me wondering if psychopaths really did rule the world or just the prison yard. Full of handy information and facts about psychiatry that will surprise and possibly shock the reader, Psychopath Test is a book worth picking up.
Further Reading: "Voluntary Madness" By Norah Vincent and "A First-Rate Madness: Uncovering the Links Between Leadership and Madness" By Nassir Ghaemi.
How to Sit By Thich Nhat Hahn
This slender volume is great to throw in your bag, purse or back pocket. Sitting is something we all do but How to Sit will give you tips on how to do it mindfully. Studies are starting to report the positive effects of mindfulness on the body and health, something meditation experts have known for years. Thich Nhat Hanh's writing style is loving, easy to follow and will teach both experts and novices alike different types of sitting meditation. In the blur and business of our daily lives, I can't recommend this book enough. If you enjoy it, make sure to check out his other great books- specifically in this series, How to Eat.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
The Batman Files By Matthew Manning
This book is truly a work of art, with a high quality cover, magnetic closure and black gilded edges. Starting with the drawings of a young Bruce Wayne, following him through some of his most significant life events, The Batman Files is a complete must-have for fans. Matthew Manning painstakingly highlights The Batman’s most compelling moments in the battle between good and evil, complete with bios on his most villainous enemies along with beautiful illustrations of Batman’s gadgets, uniforms, blueprints and maps to Gotham City and more.
Be Ready When the Sh*t Goes Down: A Survival Guide to the Apocalypse By Forrest Griffin
As Forrest Griffin’s mother will tell you on the back of his recent book; she did not allow him to eat paint chips as a child. After looking at his outfit for the cover, you may disagree. No matter where your opinion falls on the paint chip spectrum, one thing is for sure: this guy is hilarious. Full of apocalyptic tips like digging up your wife’s rose garden to build a fall out shelter, hot wiring a car and even starting your own religion, you will feel enlightened, entertained and perhaps a bit nauseous from laughing.
Forrest Griffin is a UFC (mixed martial artist) fighter, former light heavyweight champion and former police officer. This is his second book.
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