Welcome to WWW Wednesday! This meme was formerly hosted by MizB at A Daily Rhythm and revived here on Taking on a World of Words. Just answer the three questions below and leave a link to your post in the comments for others to look at. No blog? No problem! Just leave a comment with your responses. Please, take some time to visit the other participants and see what others are reading. So, let’s get to it!
The Three Ws are:
What are you currently reading?
What did you recently finish reading?
What do you think you’ll read next?
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Currently reading: I got back to A Son of the Circus by John Irving! I know, it’s been a while. It’s taken me a bit of time to get back into the swing of it and remember everything that’s happening but I’m so excited to be reading it again and I’m really loving it.
A mild step forward Love in the Elephant Tent by Kathleen Cremonesi this week. I plan on going through this slowly so no problem that it’s taking a while.
Things are starting to really ramp up with Career of Evil by Robert Galbraith AKA J.K. Rowling. I hope I can finish this before I head off on vacation because I’ll hate having to leave it behind and not know how it ends for a week!
I was able to transfer Commonwealth by Ann Patchett to my phone easily so I’m working on this as an audiobook now. It was weird going from me ‘reading’ the book in my head to listening to a narrator do it, but I’m over that hump now and still loving this story!
Recently finished: I finished The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde during my run last Thursday and it feels really good to have finished a book! It was really funny and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The review went up on Monday.
Reading Next: So, here’s the thing. I want to take a book or two on vacation with me but I want to take ones that I wouldn’t mind leaving behind. The plan is for them to be sold at used book stores when finished and new ones purchased. This is hard for me because I love keeping all the books I read, even if I don’t like them very much! However, I’m determined not to pay for a lot of bags. I hate to say it, but I likely won’t bring A Son of the Circus because it’s huge and I’m almost done with it. So, I picked out four choices and I want you guys to vote and tell me which to bring!
Leave a comment with your link and a comment (if you’re so inclined). Take a look at the other participant links in the comments and look at what others are reading.
Have any opinions on these choices?
Until next time, write on.
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I hope you enjoy whatever you take on vacation, and that you have a great time. Here’s MY WWW POST
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Thanks! It will be fun to get away. Happy reading!
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I voted for Madam Mao. I haven’t read it but I have seen it on goodreads and I like the premise. It does have mixed reviews but I do hope that you will enjoy it if you end up picking it. Happy vacation and that is a great idea to swap the books during the trip.
Here is my WWW: https://ahavenforbooklovers.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-july-19th/
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Thanks! I’m going to pull whatever’s highest when I go to bed tonight haha. Happy reading!
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I’m afraid I haven’t heard of any of the 4 so can’t really vote (I’d be picking at random) but I hope you enjoy whatever is chosen.
I don’t think I’ve ever gone from reading a book to listening to the audio. I’ve done the reverse and ended up with narrators voice in my head so it must be weird.
Anyway, hope you enjoy your holiday and here’s my www: https://iwuvbooks.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-19th-july-2017/
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I’m sure any pick will be a good one. I’m more than happy to give y’all some control haha. Happy reading!
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I voted Empire Falls. Love your idea about leaving the books behind. I picked up a used copy of “In Cold Blood” en route to the airport in another city, and it became one of my favorite books.
I’ve got a political non-fcition and two mysteries this week.
https://onegalsmusings.blogspot.com/2017/07/wwwwednesday_19.html
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Thanks! I figure it’s a good way to keep from running out of books haha. Happy reading!
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Picking books to take away is always a challenge. I have to limit myself otherwise I’d pack every book I own! And there’s always the risk that you won’t be in the mood to read the books you do take or won’t enjoy them. It’s times like those where I see the benefits of e-books. I haven’t read any of the books you’re taking so I don’t think I can help there! I hope you enjoy whatever you do take!
Here’s my WWW post: https://whatadifferenceawordmakes.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/misc-www-wednesdays-19th-july-2017/
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I’m hoping I’m in the mood for what I bring haha. I think five hours on a plane will put me in the mood for anything haha. Happy reading!
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I’ve never sat down and read The Importance of Being Earnest but I have seen it performed a couple of times. So many great lines.
Here’s my WWW.
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I saw the performance many years ago and loved it. This was a fun way to revisit. Happy reading!
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So glad you enjoyed The Importance of Being Earnest. Haven’t voted in your holiday reading poll yet because I need to research the titles first. Choosing your holiday read is an important business!
Here’s the link to my post https://whatcathyreadnext.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesdays-19717/
Wednesday is fast becoming my favourite day of the week because I’m always curious about other people’s reading choices (like, ‘they chose that?’ or ‘wow, that looks great’) and it’s a great way to discover new blogs.
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OK, I went for Empire Falls on the basis it looks interesting and more people may like it if you’re planning to leave it behind.
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Haha, solid reasoning! Thanks for voting.
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I’m sure I’m leaving my reading in very serious hands by polling this crowd! Wednesday is always a favorite day for me, too. I’m glad you enjoy it so much. Happy reading!
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I always have trouble letting books go, so I’m honestly not sure which I should tell you to bring and leave behind. I’ve only really done it with collections of excerpts, like a book of Greek texts I didn’t need because I had the complete Herodotus, Thucydides, etc. texts instead. Enjoy your vacation!
https://musewithmeblog.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-20170719/
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It’s not something I’ve ever done before but I reason it will give me great reasons to visit some bookstores! Happy reading!
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I’m not sure I could even leave a book behind. It could very well kill me. Also voted Empire Falls. The plot of that one sounds fantastic. Have a good vacation!
https://literaryweaponry.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-july-18/
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I made sure the ones I listed weren’t gifts. If I really like it, I may end up bringing it home lol. Happy reading!
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Have a lovely vacation! We hope you enjoy your holiday reads! 😊
Here is our post:
The questions include:
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Tank you so much! I’m excited to get away. Happy reading!
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I figured you can’t go wrong with Richard Russo! Have a great vacation. 🙂
http://www.kwizgiver.com/2017/07/www-wednesday_19.html
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I haven’t read him before but I’m looking forward to it. Happy reading!
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https://coffeeandink.blog/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-at-coffee-and-ink-5/
and my vote is on Empire Falls, love that novel. Met Mr. Russo also, he’s lovely 🙂
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Awesome! Glad to hear it recommended to highly. Happy reading!
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Good morning! Can’t wait to hear what you think of commonwealth! Haven’t been able to read it yet, but love AP! Here’s my link! 1030 EST! http://ilayreading.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-7192017/
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I’m looking forward to wrapping it up. I’m adoring the story. Happy reading!
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I, too, unfortunately, have not read the books in your poll so I can’t give you a proper answer. I’m very happy that Son of the Circus has taken a turn for you, though! Happy travels. 🙂 Here is my WWW Wednesday this week https://deannawritesabout.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/6848/
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I think I’m going to bring it with me despite the bulk. I’ve got to know how it ends! Happy reading!
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Hello, everyone! Here’s my WWW Wednesday post for today:
W W W Wednesday – July 19th, 2017.
L. @ Reviews by Leeve ♥
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I haven’t read any of the books on your voting list and so I will not muddy the waters for you. I hope you have a great vacation and enjoy whatever you choose to read! Here is my WWW Wednesday for this week https://silverbuttonbooks.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-july-19/.
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Thanks so much. I’m sure any pick will be a good one. Happy reading!
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My kindle has become my best friend when packing for vacation! I hate limiting books and choices, especially when I know I will have free time to read! I have not read your poll choices to vote, but I am glad you finished The Importance of Being Earnest and enjoyed it!
Here is my WWW Post: https://hersforthereadingsite.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/w-w-w-wednesday-july-19-2017/
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This is one of the few times I’ve wished I had a good Kindle! I have an ebook on my phone but the screen is just too small haha. Happy reading!
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On vacation in New Orleans now and my poor copy of A Dog’s Journey will need to stay. The beach and purse have not been very gentle on it. In it’s place I bought a copy of A Confederacy of Dunces from a local used bookstore, so I too can relate to needing to travel light!
Here is my WWW post: https://reachingwhilerooted.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-07-19-17-new-orleans-edition/
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Nice! I’ll be heading to NoLa next month. Do you have a bookstore recommendation? Happy reading!
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I enjoyed the Librarie Bookshop. It was a small gem off the beaten track. Hoping to make it to Maple Street Book Shop as well before we leave
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I wouldn’t want to lug a big book on vacation either. I love that you’re going to use that as an opportunity to read, sell and get something new. So cool! Have a great vacation!
My WWW Wednesday.
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Thanks! If I get a smaller book, it gives me more space for other souvenirs. Happy reading!
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I hope you find time to read on vacation. I always plan to but it never works out. https://readinaflash.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-54/
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We have a lot of travel that I think will make for good reading time. Happy reading!
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Glad to see you liked the Oscar Wilde book! I’ll have to check out your review of it.
Here’s my WWW: https://kourtnireads.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-71917/
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Please do. It was really funny and a pretty quick read, too. Happy reading!
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I’m not familiar with the choices but I hope you do end up enjoying the ones chosen! Have a nice trip and happy reading. Here’s my WWW: https://thefuninreadingbooks.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-july-19-2017/
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Thank you. I think I’ll enjoy any of them. Happy reading!
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I’m not familiar with any of your choices so I rolled a 4-sided die to decide which one to pick. I hope you enjoy whichever one(s) you take!
I’ve never gone from one format to another with a book – other than physical to e-pub – so I can only imagine how it must feel to go from reading to audio. I’m glad you were able to make the adjustment.
Here’s my WWW: https://siderealday.wordpress.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-719/
Thanks for hosting and have a good trip!
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Haha, thanks for voting! The switch took a bit to get used to but it’s great now. I think I’ll finish Commonwealth Friday at the latest. Happy Wednesday!
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I hope you have a wonderful vacation! Sorry, I can’t help you with your book choices – haven’t read any of them.
Here’s my post: http://candy-m.blogspot.com/2017/07/what-are-you-reading-july-19-2017.html
Thanks for hosting! Happy reading!
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Thank you, I’m really looking forward to it. Happy reading!
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I haven’t read any of your possible 4 so I wouldn’t be able to suggest one unfortunately but either way I hope you enjoy your vacation!
Here’s my WWW Wednesday post;
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Thank you! It seems I’ve picked some rather unusual titles that a lot of people haven’t read haha. Happy reading!
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I voted for Empire Falls. I have trouble letting books go, too. I did it this summer, though! I went through and picked out a small stack of books, maybe a dozen, to rehome.
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Congrats! I haven’t done it in ages so it’s weird to think about selling any lol. I’m a bit excited to see what I can find, though. Happy reading!
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I hope you have fun on your vacation! 😀
Here is my post:
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Thank you! Happy reading!
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I hope you’ll have a lovely vacation! Here’s my WWW. Happy reading!
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Thank you! I’m getting ready to hit up the airport! Happy reading!
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Glad you’re still enjoying Career of Evil I recently downloaded two books in the series from Audible so I’m looking forward to getting a chance to start them!
Here’s my WWW Wednesday
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I liked this one best and I’d say Cuckoo second best. I’m excited for the fourth one. Happy reading!
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I always bring books on vacation and never get to read them! UGH! Anyway have fun!
Here is my www post.
WWW Wednesday – Yeah, I Read!!
https://yeahiread.com/2017/07/19/www-wednesday-2/
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I’m hoping I don’t end up in that boat. I have five hours on a plane each way plus a four hour bus ride in the middle. Happy reading!
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oh then you’ll have pkent of time! enjoy!!!
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Love in the Elephant Tent and The Importance of Being Earnest look really interesting. Glad you’re enjoying them.
https://haphazardbookshelves.blogspot.com/2017/07/www-wednesday-18.html
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Thanks! Love in the Elephant Tent has been a fun time. I’ll be languishing through it for a while. Happy reading!
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I’ve always wanted to read The Importance of Being Earnest, especially after having seen the movie and loving it.
I was struggling to pick books to take on my one week off (three seems to many, but two to few) so polling seems like a great idea.
Here’s the link to my first WWW Wednesday post!
http://www.jafink.com/single-post/www1
Thanks for an awesome tag/meme
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I haven’t seen the movie but I’m imagining it’s just as funny as the play. It’s a quick read if you get a chance. Good luck picking out books for your vacation. Happy reading!
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I didn’t have time to write my WWW this week – too busy reading! I finished An Almond for a Parrot (4/5 stars) and have now almost finished Outlander #4 Drums of Change (?). Enjoy your holiday! Unfortunately I didn’t know any of the books on your poll but I think I was too late to help anyway!
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Better late than never! Reading is the best excuse for missing a book meme. Enjoy the rest of your book. I’m close to finishing one myself that I hope to get through today or tomorrow. Happy reading!
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I love Career of Evil! That is one of my favorite book series!! I hope you continue enjoying it! I’ll have to add those others to my TBR!!
Here is my July 19 WWW Wednesday Post!
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I’m excited for the fourth in the series. I like where it’s going. Happy reading!
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Me too! I wish I didn’t have to wait so long though!! Happy Reading to you too!!
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the second book in Bill Hodges Trilogy was just as great as the first one. Currently reading The Genius Plague, hopefully for San Diego Book Review, to which anyone can sign up – https://poseidons99.wordpress.com/2017/07/23/izlasiju-lasu-lasisu-87-17-07-23-07/
Happy reading!
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