Earlier: On My Nightstand 3.31.07
A few books remain from before: Good Poems, Intellectual Devotional, and Winnie the Pooh.
I have a new goal of reading one short story a day. I get too caught up in bouncing from novel to novel; I don’t often stop to appreciate the wonderful collections of short stories I have. I have many from individual authors, and a lot of excellent collections. Also – numerous McSweeney’s back issues and Paris Reviews that have so many hidden gems to find. Currently I’m reading stories from Miranda July’s new collection No One Belongs Here More Than You. (I cannot recommend this enough: check out her awesome web site.)
Additionally, I’m keeping the latest Paris Review there by my side, but I admit I haven’t opened it as much as I’d like to. (The new one will be out soon too – I need to get moving!)
Another goal is reading The Elements of Style small chunk by small chunk. I feel as though, especially at my pace, I should just flip back to the beginning and start reading again when I finish. It will take many readings of this book and much study of the language examples to make its full positive impact.
And finally, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Still on track to re-read the series before book seven. I’m greatly enjoying this one – it’s lovely to be back at Hogwarts. This book definitely marks a turning point in the series – the books get a lot darker after this, and I’m basking in the fun while I can.
What’s on your nightstand?
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