November 27, 2017

Five of Ann Patchett’s Favorite Books

Ann Patchett, author of our November ’17 Book Pick, “This Is The Story of a Happy Marriage”, has some reading recommendations.

Story By: Ann Patchett

Five of Ann Patchett’s Favorite Books

Ann Patchett, author of our November ’17 Book Pick, “This Is The Story of a Happy Marriage”, has some reading recommendations. Story By: Ann Patchett

Theft by Finding: Diaries 1977-2000 by David Sedaris

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For forty years, David Sedaris kept a diary in which he recorded everything that captured his attention. A great reminder there’s no such thing as a boring day. This book is his masterpiece.

Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders

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This novel based on the death of Lincoln’s son, Willie, unfolds in a graveyard over the course of a single night. For me, the best novel of 2017.

Less by Andrew Sean Greer

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A bittersweet romance of chances missed, this touching story about a gay man traveling the world just before turning fifty made me roar with laughter.

Anything Is Possible by Elizabeth Strout

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A collection of short stories that continues the story of Lucy Barton. Strout gets better with every book she writes.

Hunger by Roxane Gay

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A searingly honest memoir about food, weight and self image. If you have food issues, body issues, or have ever caught yourself being judgmental (doesn’t that cover all of us?) then this book is for you.

Heartbreaking and healing, The Nightingale is a powerful testament to the courage it takes to face the past 💙 What's a quote from this book that has stuck with you?
The perfect long weekend vibes? Spectacular Things by @beckdoreystein in a new city ✨ Which book are you diving into this weekend?
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Golden hour dreams and rock ‘n’ roll hearts. Now this story seriously sparkles! 🪩 It might just be time for a Daisy Jones & The Six reread!

📷: @readuntilthelastpage
Because we don’t owe anyone likability. We owe ourselves authenticity. ✨

This week on Bookmarked, the Reese's Book Club podcast, our August author @AshleyJordanWrites sits down with @DanielleRobay to chat creating fanfic based on Beyonce's Lemonade, almost giving up on this book, and the power of creating community around writing.

Start listening at the @iHeartPodcast app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you love to listen!
Soaking up the last few days of summer with this truly special book, Spectacular Things! ☀️

"If you enjoy layered family dramas with both heart and grit, this one is worth picking up."

📷+💬: @storiesbytheshoreline
Your favorite authors + online community IRL = Shine Away ☀️📖💞

Our annual #ShineAway event is coming up this October! From powerhouse speakers to an RBC-stocked bookshop, there's something for everyone during this inspiring weekend — and we can't wait to share  with all of you what this year has in store 👀

Early bird pricing ends TODAY! Grab your tickets now at the link in bio 🔗🎟️

Get ready for open conversations, lasting connections, and a whole bunch of bookish joy ✨
Enjoy this peaceful moment in the serene Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, the setting of Once Upon A Time In Dollywood, taking in the day with author @AshleyJordanWrites herself! ✨

Throughout the book, Eve embarks on a journey of healing and self-discovery, ultimately embracing these mantras as truths about herself. 💙