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Sleepwalk with Me- And Other Painfully True Stories by Mike Birbiglia

Posted on February 3, 2011 by reevesl

I have always really enjoyed Mike Birbiglia’s humor. He has this ability to make situations (that have happened to most people) and make them his own- making the reader/listener feel bad for him. While I was reading this book, I … Continue reading →

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You Better Not Cry- Augusten Burroughs

Posted on September 30, 2010 by reevesl

I have been a fan of Augusten’s for quite some time. I have read all of his books and enjoyed almost all of those books. This latest memoir was a disappointment. I looked for the humor and the heartbreak that … Continue reading →

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The Contact Sheet

Posted on June 1, 2010 by reevesl

Because of my interest in photography (and teaching it to teenagers) I found this book a light, relaxing read. The Contact Sheet edited by Steve Crist, serves as a window into a photographers work. For every photo that is published … Continue reading →

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Things I’ve Learned From Women Who’ve Dumped Me by Ben Karlin

Posted on March 30, 2010 by reevesl

Reasons I enjoyed this book A. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE STAND-UP COMEDY. I listen to it on XM radio, watch Comedy Central and visit the comedy clubs as often as possible. B. I am a female. I enjoyed reading about … Continue reading →

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The Post-Birthday World by Lionel Shriver

Posted on January 30, 2010 by reevesl

One of the best books I have read recently was The Post-Birthday World by Lionel Shriver. The story takes place in parallel universes which I found quite intriguing. The main character, Irina, works in London as an illustrator of children’s books. … Continue reading →

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