Top Ten Tuesday - Top Ten Books on My Fall To-Read List

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Top Ten Books on My Fall To-Read List

I hardly ever actually read the books on my to-read list, but we'll see how this goes this Fall. I love Fall. Have I mentioned that? 

Jane Austen Made Me Do It by various authors - A bunch of short stories all relating in some way to Jane Austen's books. One of my favorite authors, Lauren Willig, wrote one of the short stories. I got it right when it was published but haven't yet gotten around to reading it.

The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon by Stephen King - I love Stephen King. I've never read a book of his I didn't like. But he breaks my heart every time I read one of his books. Just once I would like a happy ending. Just once. We'll see how he tortures me with this one. 

The Monsters of Templeton - Another one that has been on my to-read list forever. I fell in love with the cover and just never got around to reading it. Most people like it so I'm sure I will too.

Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry - I love Captain Hook and the whole Peter Pan storyline, so I have to read this. I have this and the second one so we shall see.

The Unburied by Charles Palliser - I have had this book for probably 7 years and I haven't gotten around to reading it. I want to read it just to get it off my bookshelves. 

The Gemma Doyle Trilogy - I am re-reading these. I just finished A Great and Terrible Beauty and so I have to finish the trilogy. I love Gemma Doyle. I wish there were a hundred more books about her. But alas, I must make do with the three. I hardly ever re-read books, so that tells you how much I love them. 

The Second Empress by Michelle Moran - This just came out August 14th and I actually didn't pre-order it like I intended to, but I am going to get it as soon as possible. I love everything Michelle Moran writes, so I'm sure it'll be amazeballs. 

Something by Neil Gaiman - I don't know which one to read next. Any suggestions? I've already read Coraline, Neverwhere, Stardust, and his collections of short stories. 

Something Tudor or Elizabethan - I love the whole Elizabethan era and obviously Henry VIII so I want to find another historical fiction book set back then. I've read most of them so I need to find a good hidden gem. Any suggestions for this one? 

And finally, I want to read all my books for school. I can't believe I'm back in school. So excited! 

What about you? What are you reading this Fall? Do you read more or less in the Fall? 

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Guest Post - 5 Must-Reads for Spring

Are you having a tough time deciding what to read this Spring? Well, I have a guest post today that should be able to give you some ideas. It certainly has made my to-read list 5 books longer. 


5 Must-Reads for Spring

As a word nerd and book lover, I can’t keep myself away from a good novel (or five ).  And with topics that jump around as much as my busy schedule, I am thrilled about the bevy of books hitting my bookshelves this season. From new releases to book that have been around the block, here are a few I’m pining over right now. Happy spring reading!

 
The Marriage Plot: A Novel: Jeffrey Eugenides

Eugenides follows three liberal arts students through their years after university during the early ‘80s, which is the same time period he graduated and entered the work force.  Love maintains only a secondary place in the plot, which is both surprising and refreshing in books written for young adults.  While the story contains the drama you’d expect from a young adult novel, the more complex nature of this life stage is also revealed.   

 
The Art of Fielding: A Novel : Chad Harbach

This book may appear to be just another story about a pro athlete, but the buzz around it is the largest of any other book on this list. The story of Steve Blass, a former Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher from the Midwest, is told in a way that draws in not only sports fans, but anyone who has struggled to achieve a dream. The author himself has his own underdog story—searching for a publisher and releasing his book in the U.K.  Only after success in the U.K. did he gain the attention of American publishers—ironic considering the book is about America’s pastime. 





The Map and the Territory : Michel Houellebecq

Another novel from across the pond entices me, as Michel Houllebecq’s book is finally released in English after winning a Prix Goncourt in France.  This one focuses on another infamous life stage, following a middle-aged man through his relationships with those around him and with himself.  The Huffington Post described Houllebecq’s wit as “funny, strange, poignant and a joy to read.”







 

The Orphan Master's Son: A Novel : Adam Johnson

Johnson has been praised for the in-depth research that went into this tale about a man growing up in North Korea.  While the setting is much more turbulent than most of us have encountered, the main character’s reactions to his experiences are relatable to those who enjoy more traditional coming-of-age stories. 

 

A Bad Idea I'm About to Do: True Tales of Seriously Poor Judgment and Stunningly Awkward Adventure : Chris Gethard

This book is what I only wish I could write about my life (for all those time we all make mistakes ).  With a subtitle like “True Tales of Seriously Poor Judgment and Stunningly Awkward Adventure,” I just can’t stay away.  In this book, Chris Gethard shares some of his most awkward and, in turn, most hilarious experiences with all of us. I can’t wait to keep reading this—there’s something about a refreshingly witty book that makes me want to sit on my porch in the spring and keep the pages turning.

What’s your must-read for spring?

Author Bio: Molly Borter is a blogger for the Reading Glasses Shopper blog, where she writes book reviews, tries new DIY projects, and styles adorable reading glasses to perfection. When she’s not staying up way too late reading, she enjoys spending time with her family, trying new recipes, and playing with her triplet nieces.

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