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Dear Friends,
I'm old school when it comes to books. I still don't read e-books and my personal library consists of physical shelves with hard copies that require dusting once in a while. Books take up a lot of space in my home. I've had to pay for more shelves to be built. I don't particularly appreciate the dust bunnies that collect behind and on top of them. Worst of all, they're vulnerable to loss, as hundreds perished in a basement flood.
But the thought of reducing my books to an unseen virtual existence hurts a little. I can't imagine my home without the comfort of seeing stacks of books there for me. Growing up I didn't have access to books and I envied people with large libraries. Now I have one of my own and I'm keeping it.
I'm budging though. Although I had this goodreads account for some time, I've only recently started to discover its potential. Having public virtual shelves appeals to me and I plan, over time, to add some of my favorite books here, with reviews. The truth is that there are many books on my shelves that I remember loving, but can no longer recall the details of them. So, this site is probably a good way to chronicle the magic if I ever choose to revisit any of these stories.
Thank you to all the people who have friended me here. I am still new to this. I saw there were thousands of requests for giveaways. I'm not sure what this is exactly. I'm also trying to figure out how to add the various language editions to my author page. Please be patient with me. I'd like to accommodate readers as much as possible. If you have any suggestions, please feel free to inbox me.
warmly,
susie
I'm old school when it comes to books. I still don't read e-books and my personal library consists of physical shelves with hard copies that require dusting once in a while. Books take up a lot of space in my home. I've had to pay for more shelves to be built. I don't particularly appreciate the dust bunnies that collect behind and on top of them. Worst of all, they're vulnerable to loss, as hundreds perished in a basement flood.
But the thought of reducing my books to an unseen virtual existence hurts a little. I can't imagine my home without the comfort of seeing stacks of books there for me. Growing up I didn't have access to books and I envied people with large libraries. Now I have one of my own and I'm keeping it.
I'm budging though. Although I had this goodreads account for some time, I've only recently started to discover its potential. Having public virtual shelves appeals to me and I plan, over time, to add some of my favorite books here, with reviews. The truth is that there are many books on my shelves that I remember loving, but can no longer recall the details of them. So, this site is probably a good way to chronicle the magic if I ever choose to revisit any of these stories.
Thank you to all the people who have friended me here. I am still new to this. I saw there were thousands of requests for giveaways. I'm not sure what this is exactly. I'm also trying to figure out how to add the various language editions to my author page. Please be patient with me. I'd like to accommodate readers as much as possible. If you have any suggestions, please feel free to inbox me.
warmly,
susie
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Nice to see you here my Palestinian sister Susan. Last year I updated your author page, but I'm happy you're here now and you can manage it yourself. Don't worry it takes time to get an experience in GR.
Really? You updated it? Thank you. I am a bit lost. Might pick your brain in a few things if that's okay. To Tarfa, thank you. I looked for a "like" button to click for your comment. :-)
oh, I need to thank you. Being Goodreads librarian is wonderful.BTW, You're doing well :) I don't mind, my brain is ready
Susan, appreciate the effort ;) You're right, they need to add the "like" button a la facebook for the comments!
I just want to thank you for Mornings in Jenin. I re-read it recently and was even more overwhelmed than the first time. It is a treasure and the world is a better place for having it written. Shukran,
Mymoena
Wanted to thank you for Mornings In Jenin. It remains one of the most powerful books I have ever read- it was my selection for our Book Club, and it was an education to us all. You personalized the Palestinian plight for all of us who grew up watching about it on the news. Thank you for adding your voice to the cause.