Each week always starts off fresh with five days of possibility before the weekend, and then all of a sudden, it’s Friday and some of the possibilities haven’t quite eventuated! Brene Brown, author, research professor and Ted talk speaker, sends out a weekly email entitled TGIF. But the TGIF stands for Trust, Gratitude, Inspiration and… Continue reading TGIF
Category: Adult Non-Fiction
Three interesting female characters – three interesting books
What makes an interesting female character? How do writers create a character who is relatable, but also unique and memorable? How do writers create a book that readers will pass on to their friends and will feature in every bookclub across the country? I’ve recently read three adult books about three different female protagonists by… Continue reading Three interesting female characters – three interesting books
Raising our children, raising ourselves – book review
I’ve been to two Mother’s Day masses already this week and I have another one later today. Can you see my halo? I’ll absolutely take the flowers and chocolates, and the hugs that go with them. But I’ll also take the reflections as well. The first time I read Naomi Aldort’s book, Raising our children,… Continue reading Raising our children, raising ourselves – book review
My week in books
How many books have you read, skimmed, touched, discussed, borrowed or bought this week? I decided I would tally up mine! Read The secret scriptures by Sebastian Barry – this was my bookclub book and and it was my turn to host. Half of our bookclub had read it, half had started it. We all… Continue reading My week in books
Paris books – part 2
Because you can never have too much Paris – here’s a few more books with brief descriptions about the city of lights. Like my earlier post about Paris books, this one is written for my friend, M, who is travelling to Paris soon with her family. The flaneur by Edmund White – this is a… Continue reading Paris books – part 2
Paris books – part 1
This post is for my friend, M, who is travelling to Paris and other European cities with her family soon. I stayed in Paris for three weeks a couple of years ago – to celebrate my 40th birthday, do a writing course, take some art classes and shop, of course – alone! It was magical.… Continue reading Paris books – part 1
Louder than words – book review
This book, Louder than words, harness the power of your authentic voice, was so quotable – my copy has many underlined sections with pencil. If you are trying to make yourself heard in your organisation or your art, this book contains many useful concepts. Todd Henry discusses the three elements needed to amplify your authentic… Continue reading Louder than words – book review
Half the sky – book review
I wish I could convince everyone to read this book – not because it’s entertaining or it’s beautifully crafted or it’s on a best-selling list. But because it tells the stories of many girls and women in developing countries who otherwise wouldn’t be heard. Here’s a mini version of their stories. (This may not be… Continue reading Half the sky – book review
The life-changing magic of tidying up – book review
As you may know, our family moved out of our home of twelve years last month and into a smaller apartment. We’re renovating our home, and fingers crossed, we’ll be back in before Christmas this year. And as all of you know, moving house means touching EVERY SINGLE ITEM. The clothes that the kids have… Continue reading The life-changing magic of tidying up – book review
Interview – Michael Hanrahan on self-publishing
Have you ever thought about writing a non-fiction book about your area of expertise? Perhaps you have built up knowledge in your career? Perhaps you are an expert in teaching kids to play soccer, after coaching for years on weekends? Maybe you run seminars for colleagues on health issues or people management or interior design?… Continue reading Interview – Michael Hanrahan on self-publishing