It's the first week of the school hols, so obviously I have been far to busy with housework to read.

Jarhead- Ok it should be read as an autobiography of a young man facing terrible trauma. It was dull, and the writing was very slack.

In the Beginning-my life with the manic street preachers. Shameless attention seeking rubbish by an alleged ex-girlfriend. No insight whatsoever into the formation of the band. Boring.

Dead Famous-Ben Elton. Hillarious. Completely spot on RE the Big Brother phenomenon and the shallow people who follow such tripe, claiming to be interested on sociological/psychological levels, but actually enjoying watching people pick their underwear out of their crevices.

Sushi For Beginners-Marian Keyes. I'm sorry, what was it that actually happened in that book? Predictable nonsense.

Rubbish week for books.

Just finished Harry Potter, had it since the 21st but number one son took advantage of our short holiday and pinched it off me so he could read it first!! Pesky child!

Loved the book though!!! Dunno what to read now......

Not reading a book but a monthly magazine "Country Walking" it really is a good read. Does anyone else get this

Daddy's Little Girl..... by julia Latchem-smith...... A true story and an excellent read....Well recomended.....

Nikki....
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I read Trail magazine Celty which is similar (and better in my opinion).... tends to cater for climbers/scramblers as well ...they do better walking routes as well

'Use of Weapons' by Iain Banks, and 'Op je kop in de prullenbak' by a Dutch author who's name escapes me...

The former is part of a great sci-fi series that I've taken to somewhat, and the latter is a young kids book *looks sheepish*. It's a good way to learn the language...

Scot

Occasionally Celty, I tend to look what is in before buying now. I do rate it very highly though. Like Annie I get trail which I think is fantastic and TGO the great outdoors.

Now reading Northern Lights Phillip Pullman.

Under health and wellness (i imagine), I recommend Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers - a book that helps you to step outside of your comfort zone, face new challenges and cope with situations better.

I've been told that NonViolent Communication: A Language Of Life by Marshall B. Rosenberg is also good - vioence come in many forms (verbal, physical, mental etc), this book helps you to deal with situations in a more postive way.

THE CURE- How Capitalism Can Save American Health Care by Dr. David Gratzer

My husband checked this out at the library and put it into my hands, no explanation. It's written by a Canadian physician who is licensed to practice in both Canada and the U.S. He has an unbiased, unapologetic, and unflinching view of health care in both countries, and writes what he sees to be the answer to the problems in the U.S. I can only guess that my dear husband saw the recent posts between bydand and myself and is looking out for me, as always.

After getting into cycling and recycling debates with bydand and getting no where, I realized that my knowledge and communication skills are lacking. The answer is to have better information and not resort to taking mud-slinging personally.

For those of you interested, what this Canadian doctor says about the slow socialization of medicine in the U.S. is like watching a car sliding out of control on the ice, a slow but inevitable crash. He is speaking as one who would like to see change in two systems he sees as flawed to say the least.

His take on the "cure" is refreshing.

Scottish Mountaineering Club's -The Munros.....trying to decide which ones to go for next week

THE KID WHO CLIMBED EVEREST by Bear Grylls

Had to order it, and it just arrived. Looks like a good read.

Ok, while on vacation I finished H. Potter, I reread Goodkinds The Phantom, and am now reading J. McDonald (?) Not sure. Bob gave them to me, and they are mysteries featuring a character name Travis McGee.

Pamela

Kings of Comedy. Small book produced for M&S, contains loads of funny facts and info on your favourite comedians.