Regular readers know I have a thing for snooping around other people's libraries, hence my Weekly BookShelf feature. However, it probably doesn't get more spectacular than the personal library of Jay Walker. That's right folks it's a personal library … [Read more...]
Unmissable: Book Blogger Appreciation Week
September 16, 2008 By 2 Comments
Thanks to Cheryl Rainfield's blog, I just stumbled across a very exciting and important event happening right now, this week in the booky blogosphere. Dubbed as a 'retreat for book bloggers' by its creator My Friend Amy, Book Blogger Appreciation … [Read more...]
CJ Levinson: ‘books that have changed my life’
September 9, 2008 By Leave a Comment
In celebration of the launch of his 'modern classics' blog (which is well worth a visit) Sydney-based writer CJ Levinson (who is also the son of former Reader of the Week Kathleen), has compiled an excellent series post on his primary blog, on the … [Read more...]
Prof. Russell Potter on collecting books
September 4, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Prof. Russell Potter, Professor of English at Rhode Island College, offers up a comprehensive knol (Google's answer to Wikipedia) on what he deems to be "an obsession of a lifetime", book collecting. From advice on finding a focus for your … [Read more...]