"Even when the rainbow seems to pass right by me....I'm still finding Gold in the clouds....."

20 March 2012

SPRING READING CHALLENGE

Today's the first day of spring and  I am participating in the Spring Reading Thing again, hosted by Katrina from Callapidder Days.  Head over there to check out the guidelines and think about reading some good books this spring!

I have a fairly short list because I've been reading all winter long and with spring weather comes time outdoors to hike, kayak, bike, power-walk and do yard work.  So...I actually get more reading time done in the winter and summer months (when I am off from work in the classroom).

I always love to read though so here is my list.  It's a mix of fiction and non-fiction, Christian and secular.  Most books are ones I borrow from our towne's amazing library....we are so thankful for the library!! Some I borrow from one of my sister's and some I might download to my husband's Nook.

MY SPRING READING LIST
  • Iron House by John Hart
  • The Silver Boat by Luanne Rice
  • Never Knowing by Chevy Stevens
  • Respectable Sins by Jerry Bridges (non-fiction Christian)
  • Protecting Your Family by Charles Stanley (small group study/Christian)
  • Lone Wolf by Jodi Picoult (her latest!!)
  • Defending Jacob by William Landay
  • The House I Loved by Tatiana de Rosnay (one of my fave authors!)
  • Home Front by Kirsten Hannah
  • Outlive Your Life by Max Lucado (his latest; non-fiction Christian)
  • finish Fresh-Brewed Life by Nicole Johnson
I will probably add to this list as I see novels I want to read from the library shelves.....and sometimes our pastor recommends a book that I desire to read through.....but...this is it for now...I am about half-way through the first book on my list and my goal is to finish it by the weekend!

As I finish a book, I will be writing a book review.......

Happy Reading, Everyone!!

6 comments:

A Faithful Journey said...

I have yet to read a Kristin Hannah book and have seen her on a lot of lists. I do plan on reading Firefly Lane, however, this Spring and am hoping to really enjoy it!

The other 2 authors on your list that I keep hearing wonderful things about and have yet to read anything by are Jodi Picoult and Tatiana de Rosnay. I am challenging myself to read at least one of their books this year!! :)

Happy Spring! Have fun reading! :)

Susanne said...

I saw Respectable Sins on Katrina's list and immediately wrote it down. Sounds really good. The only other one on your list that I've heard of is Kristen Hannah one and I haven't read anything by her yet. I'll be looking forward to all your reviews.

Sherrin said...

Hi Faith, thanks again for your encouraging comments on my blog! I have read "respectable sins" and found it a helpful book.

Trish said...

I have Lone Wolf on hold at the library, but who knows when it will be my turn!!

Happy Reading. :)

Nise' said...

You have some good books on your Spring reading list. I really liked Iron House and Never Knowing. Enjoy.

Tiffers said...

Happy Reading! :)