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On the way to Hawaii, I read (once again) one of my favorite books:  These is My Words, by Nancy Turner.  I was bringing it to give to Dana as a gift, but decided to crack it open for myself one more time before she got there.  I am never disappointed when I read about Sarah Agnes Prine.  She is a gem.

Then I read The Host by Stephanie Meyer (she is the vampire series author).  It was a body-snatcher sci-fi type book, but has her signature emotional tug to it.  It’s not on my new favorites list, but it was definitely entertaining, and summer worthy.

I’m embarrassed to tell you that I’m currently trying to muddle through the memoir of Barbara Walters, Audition.  With my journalism background, I really enjoy reading about the “back story” of her many, many interviews with celebrities, politicians, and world leaders.  But I find that she is whiny about her personal life, and I don’t like whine.  A very sweet neighbor sent it over before my vacation thinking that I would enjoy it, so I feel determined to give it back to her read, however painful. Thankfully, I’m a fast reader. 🙂

In the meantime, I’m also reading a book about the lives of the women who have led our Church’s women’s organization (Relief Society).  It’s fascinating and inspiring, and I love reading about these women’s stories.  Some of them endured a great many trials, but led lives of great integrity and courage.  A super book!

I have on order from barnesandnoble.com, a book called The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.  It comes highly recommended and I’m excited to get it.

And my dad has encouraged me to read a book called The Shack by William P. Young.  Looking forward to this one too!  Lots more reading to do before summer is over.