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A story about "Margherita Dolce Vita"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Tue, 02 Jan 2007 13:21:41 GMT

by Stefano Benni

Funny/bittersweet story about Margherita and the verrry strange neighbors who build a black cube next door and start to take over her whole family. And why doesn’t one of them cast a shadow?

A story about "Frumpy to Foxy in 15 Minutes Flat: Style Advice for Every Woman"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Thu, 13 Oct 2005 01:53:59 GMT

Frumpy to Foxy in 15 Minutes Flat: Style Advice for Every Woman

by Elycia Rubin

Honey, all I have is 15 minutes, if I’m lucky.

A story about "The Jane Austen Book Club: A Novel"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Thu, 13 Oct 2005 01:53:03 GMT

The Jane Austen Book Club: A Novel

by Karen Joy Fowler

I enjoyed it and am looking forward to reading more Jane Austen books now – I’d previously only read Emma (and seen Clueless!)

A story about "Food For Thought"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Mon, 08 Aug 2005 00:26:08 GMT

Food For Thought

by Joost Elffers

You’ll never look at food the same way again! This is Sophie’s latest favorite book.

A story about "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6)"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Mon, 18 Jul 2005 11:28:47 GMT

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6)

by J.K. Rowling

On first reading, didn’t like this one as well as 4 or 5. But I appreciate how much needs to be set up for book 7. It’s not as thrilling, but still satisfying. I think what’s bothering me is that usually there’s a plot twist (or three!) that totally take me by surprise, but there only seemed to be one that I didn’t see coming. It’s a necessary book. ;) Makes me all the more eager for book 7, and yet, I don’t want it to come because it means it’ll all be over….

A story about "SINGING LESSONS: A MEMOIR OF LOVE, LOSS, HOPE AND HEALING (W/CD) : (W/O CD: 02745-X)"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 29 Jun 2005 02:36:31 GMT

SINGING LESSONS: A MEMOIR OF LOVE, LOSS, HOPE AND HEALING (W/CD) : (W/O CD: 02745-X)

by Judy Collins

So much more than a memoir, this book is the survival guide of a woman and mother who uses her art to live after a crushing tragedy.

A story about "With No One As Witness (Thomas Lynley and Barbara Havers Novels)"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:19:33 GMT

With No One As Witness (Thomas Lynley and Barbara Havers Novels)

by Elizabeth George

Love this series. Mystery/crime/thriller/detective novel with outstanding characters that actually grow from book to book.

A story about "Hush Little Baby: Board Book"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:15:02 GMT

Hush Little Baby: Board Book

by Chronicle Books LLC Staff

Sophie loves me to sing this to her every night. Instead of the usual “Mama’s going to buy you…”, Mama instead shows her baby the beauty of nature and shows all the wonder there is to be found that can’t be bought. Beautifully illustrated, too.

A story about "Faerie Wars"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:15:02 GMT

Faerie Wars

by Herbie Brennan

I kept seeing this book recommended, so when I saw it at our library, I had to nab it. It’s next on my to-read list.

A story about "Voyager"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:15:01 GMT

Voyager

by DIANA GABALDON

I normally don’t go for romances, but this series defies all comparison. Part adventure, part history, part science fiction, and pretty darn entertaining.

A story about "Paul McCartney - Driving Rain"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:15:01 GMT

Paul McCartney - Driving Rain

by Paul McCartney

This CD is the one I almost always start a long Photoshop session with… the pop rhythms seem to synch well with my mood.

A story about "Mutts: The Comic Art of Patrick McDonnell"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:15:00 GMT

Mutts: The Comic Art of Patrick McDonnell

by Patrick McDonnell

The complete lowdown on all things Mutts. It’s a wonderful book; I’ve been reading mine in tiny bits to make it last. With beautiful art, natch.

A story about "Puppet Mania: The World's Most Incredible Puppet Making Book Ever"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:15:00 GMT

Puppet Mania: The World's Most Incredible Puppet Making Book Ever

by John E. Kennedy

Such a fun and accessible book – every single puppet looks doable. My favorite is the purple one with the changeable heads! Clearly, it’s time again to unleash my inner Henson.

A story about "The Pythons"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:15:00 GMT

The Pythons

by Graham Chapman

Learn about how the Beatles used to take rehearsal breaks to watch the show, and which movie was financed in part by Genesis and Led Zeppelin! It’s interesting to flip through; but it’s more like the Beatles Anthology – snips of interviews put together in chronological order.

A story about "I Love You, Sun, I Love You, Moon"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:14:59 GMT

I Love You, Sun, I Love You, Moon

by Tomie dePaola

This is THE sweetest book – and illustrated by my favorite, Tomie dePaola. Sophie seems to love it almost as much as her daddy and I do.

A story about "Trading Up: A Novel"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:14:59 GMT

Trading Up: A Novel

by Candace Bushnell

I am not above reading something juicy for the summer (okay, anytime) – but Janey Wilcox keeps making so many bad choices it’s just painful to read. I guess I just can’t identify enough with her shallowness, or care enough to get past it. Plus the names are SO horrible. Really. It’s not the worst book I read, but it certainly didn’t resonate with me.

A story about "Beyond the Blues: A Guide to Understanding and Treating Prenatal and Postpartum Depression"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:14:58 GMT

Beyond the Blues: A Guide to Understanding and Treating Prenatal and Postpartum Depression

by Shoshana S., Ph.D. Bennett

Not ready to discuss this one yet.

A story about "The Forsyte Saga (Dover Value Editions)"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:14:58 GMT

The Forsyte Saga (Dover Value Editions)

by John Galsworthy

Compelling story about the enormous Forsyte family at the beginning of the century and what breaks them apart. I only caught glimpses of the miniseries on PBS, that’s next to rent. (ps ~ and lest you think I’m a snob, I’m using a Britney Spears tape insert as a bookmark – not mine, but a dose of reality all the same.)

A story about "Bollywood Boy (John Murray Paperbacks)"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:14:58 GMT

Bollywood Boy (John Murray Paperbacks)

by Justine Hardy

The inside scoop on the Bollywood movie industry. I thought it was fiction, but it’s not – yet still entertaining. It follows the rise of a new young star and the culture that surrounds him. Very interesting so far.

A story about "The Devil Wears Prada: A Novel"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:14:57 GMT

The Devil Wears Prada: A Novel

by Lauren Weisberger

A real page-turner so far, mainly because I wonder how much more Andrea will put up with before she cracks. Reminiscent of The Nanny Diaries.

A story about "Itsy Bitsy Yoga: Poses to Help Your Baby Sleep Longer, Digest Better, and Grow Stronger"

nobody@allconsuming.net (frenchtoastgirl) — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 02:14:57 GMT

Itsy Bitsy Yoga: Poses to Help Your Baby Sleep Longer, Digest Better, and Grow Stronger

by Helen Garabedian

So far, all three babies are getting a big kick out of the exercises in this book, and they even let me do my yoga along next to them! Imagine that…