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I read a lot of books so this covers anything to do with books.
I discovered that the difference between finding the right word as opposed to accepting the almost right word was the difference between being struck by lightning and merely watching a lightning display. Dan Simmons in the book Hyperion His words ring true to me. I spend a lot of time seeking the correct words and … Continue reading Wordsmithing
I have known for a long time that I could rent books digitally from my library ...the news to me was I could rent from the library app directly and send it to my Kindle to read. I don't get to keep the books but I do keep all the highlights and they are available … Continue reading I read a lot …but don’t buy many books
I highlight a lot with my Kindle, but find it clunky to go back and review those highlights later. This is especially true if I want to copy/paste something. I struggled to find a quick reference on how to access these notes online so I am putting here for myself and anyone needing to find … Continue reading Find your Kindle highlights and notes
"The real measure of any time management technique is whether or not it helps you neglect the right things." By Oliver Burkeman in his book Four Thousand Weeks. Four Thousand Weeks is one of the best books I have read and brings to light how little time we have in life and how unreliable it … Continue reading Do you neglect the right things?
I really enjoy post apocalyptic and science fiction books. Years ago I came across M.R. Forbes via the Bookbub email list. I would say I have finished about 70% of his books which you can find here. Since I have been reading his books for an number of years it has been fun to see … Continue reading On books …Author M.R. Forbes
I read a lot of books. A lot related to business or biographies and other non-fiction books. They demand your full attention to get the most out of them and that can be just as draining as work! I can't read non-fiction all the time. I have a pretty demanding job that fills my days. … Continue reading I can’t read non-fiction all the time
I don't see the need for book jackets. The first thing I do with a new hardback book is take it off and throw it away. The only value in a book jacket is for marketing and display. It is a tool to convince you to judge a book by its cover. It does not … Continue reading Hardback Book Jackets are a Not for Me
TITLE | In Praise of Shadows AUTHOR | Jun'ichiro Tanizaki PAGES | 56 SHORT RECOMMENDATION | Very enjoyable I really liked this book. I would say if you like architecture, design, and Japanese culture you will like this book. It was a short book, but I felt a lot of depth. It really speaks to … Continue reading Book Review | In Praise of Shadows
What does it take to reach your full potential or to find the time to reach your goals: I will start with a quote from David Goggins in Can't Hurt Me. Great book. "Our culture has become hooked on the quick-fix, the life hack, efficiency. Everyone is on the hunt for that simple action algorithm … Continue reading Hard Work
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