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’m moving forward steadily with Wild Ink by Victoria Hanley but no major jumps. I like having one book on the craft of writing going so I’ll keep pushing forward with this one to keep me motivated to write and submit.
My buddy-reader and I are having dinner tonight to talk about the next chunk of The Dutch House by Ann Patchett. I’m excited to move forward with this one again, I’m really enjoying it and it’s killing me to keep stopping before I find out what’s happened.
I’ve made better progress with Colombiano by Rusty Young than I thought I would. This is a long one to be sure and it will stay on this list for a long time. It’s given me goosebumps a few times already but I like where it’s going and I think Young has created a great character with Pedro.
I ran around the library on Saturday looking for my next book and finally decided on American by Day by Derek B. Miller. I adored Norwegian by Night and I’m excited to revisit Sigrid for a new adventure. I’m hoping to speed through this one as I’m excited for some book club selections and interlibrary loans!
Recently finished: I just adored Pachinko by Min Jin Lee. I kept staying up late and ignoring responsibilities and social obligations to read this wonderful novel. I’m so glad I got to hear Lee speak last year because having her conversation in my head when I was reading this was incredible and I wish I could hear her speak again because I would get more out of the conversation. Five out of Five Stars, a great way to start 2020!
Reading Next: I’m still planning on Sarah’s Quilt by Nancy E. Turner for an audiobook but it might be a while until I get there.
I put in an interlibrary loan request for The Running Man by Richard Bachman (aka Stephen King). This was recommended to me years ago and I’ve put it off because it needed an ILL but I’m still working to catch up on my reading list and this will be a great next step.
Leave a comment with your link and 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 to begin reading my copy of The Dutch House soon. Enjoy your reading, and here is MY WWW POST
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I’m so excited to meet with my buddy reader! This book could make any turn and I’m excited to see where it goes. Happy reading!
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Hello and happy new year! I’m back after a two month hiatus. I’ve missed WWW!
Here’s my link.
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Welcome back! Always good to start again. Happy reading!
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I always love the idea of a buddy read but I do find them frustrating in reality as I like to read at my own pace. I don’t think I could stop if I was really into it so well done you. Hopefully you can persuade your buddy to read a bit faster.
Here’s my www https://iwuvbooks.wordpress.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesday-8th-january-2020/
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She’s a slow reader so I’m just testing my patience. It’s fine, we’re really looking for an excuse to hang out more! Happy reading.
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I’m so glad to hear that you’re still enjoying The Dutch House and that you loved Pachinko!
Here’s my link to The Cozy Burrow!
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To be sure! I’ve had good luck with books lately. Happy reading!
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Well, now I really need to prioritise reading Pachinko after such positive comments.
Here’s my WWW https://whatcathyreadnext.wordpress.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesdays-8th-january-20/
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I hope you like it as much as I did. Happy reading!
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I’m so glad you got to start the year off with a 5 star read! That’s great. There are always two sides to buddy reading, it’s so fun to be able to discuss everything in detail, but having to stop when you’re really into the book is no fun at all haha.
My WWW.
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I was doing well with it because I had Pachinko to turn to but it’s going to get harder now haha. Happy reading!
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My WWW:
Currently reading – The Philosophy Book
Recently read – The Last Year of the War by Susan Meissner
Reading next – The Bride Test Helen Hoang (my hold came in) and I think I’ll also take The Downstairs Girl Stacey Lee and The Giver of Stars Jojo Meyers on holidays
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Have fun on holiday! I’ve got one coming up and am contemplating my books. Happy reading!
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It’s a big decision isn’t it!
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I’m glad you’re enjoying The Dutch House I’ve just bought it on audio and I’m really looking forward to hearing Tom Hanks’ performance! Here’s my link this week https://thesecretlibrarysite.wordpress.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesdays-08-01-20/
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I thought about snagging the audio because of Hanks but it would have been harder to stop when needed haha. Happy reading!
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So true! 😀
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I hadn’t heard of Wild Ink before, but I’m going to have to look into that one! The Running Man has a really interesting cover, too. Hope you enjoy!
Here’s my WWW post.
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There are so many writing books out there, this is just one I thought could be helpful. Happy reading!
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I had no idea Running Man was written by Stephen King! I was coerced into watching the movie more than once (it was a favorite of an old boyfriend’s).
Here’s my www. All three of my favorite food groups are represented: bio, mystery and chick-lit.
https://onegalsmusings.blogspot.com/2020/01/wwwwednesday.html
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I wasn’t aware it was a movie! Even better. Happy reading!
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It’s been a while since I read Running Man but I do remember that it was a great read! Hope you enjoy it ❤️
My WWW this week: https://theresapulyer.blog/2020/01/08/what-im-reading-this-week/
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Thanks! I hope it comes in soon so I can start. Happy reading!
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Here you go
http://www.lindastoll.net/2020/01/in-which-i-find-comfort-in-book-series.html
I’m finding comfort in a whole series of books.
And yes, Dutch House is waiting patiently for me at the library to be scooped up soon!
So fun to meet you this morning!
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Enjoy the series! It’s been a while since I’ve had that enjoyment. Happy reading!
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Pachinko was recommended to me recently too aand I’m planning to read it to cross out a prompt in a reading challenge I’m doing this year. I’m glad you liked it.
Here’s my link: https://lilisblissfulpages.wordpress.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesday-01-08-20/
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I hope you like it as much as I did! The writing was great. Happy reading!
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I have heard a lot about Pachinko. So glad it was a great book for you. Here’s my link: https://wordsandpeace.com/2020/01/05/sunday-post-19-1-5-2020/
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The hype was deserved in my opinion. Happy reading!
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Me too, I’ve also heard a lot about Pachinko.
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It’s well deserved, the book is very good!
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Pachinko sounds wonderful! Here’s my WWW ~ https://alisbooks.wordpress.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesday-1-8-20/
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It really was. Happy reading!
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I will be interested to see what you think about The Running Man, sounds like a fun read.
My WWW Wednesday:
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I think so, too! A little action will be a nice break. Happy reading!
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Have a great reading week!
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What you’re doing with The Dutch House would be so hard for me, too!
Happy New Year!
My WWW Wednesday.
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Haha, it helps to have another good book to turn to between sections. Happy reading!
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So happy to hear that you enjoyed Pachinko. It has been on my shelf for a while, and I hope to read it soon! Have a great week of reading! My WWW: https://greatmorrisonmigration.wordpress.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesdays-january-8-2020/
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I’m so glad I finally read it, it was on my shelf a while as well. Happy reading!
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I feel the same about reading books about writing – its a reminder of a larger goal. I’ll have to check out Wild Ink. Have a good week!
Molly @ https://silverbuttonbooks.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesday-january-8-2020/
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I hope to have one writing book going for a while to keep me motivated. Happy reading!
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Buddy reads are so hard for me. I like to read as much as I can in one go stopping and going pulls me out of the story
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It’s a bit of a challenge but a great excuse to have dinner with my best friend every couple weeks. Happy Wednesday!
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Really curious to read your thoughts on The Running Man once you finally get ahold of it. I haven’t checked out any of the Bachman novels myself, nor have I heard people talk about them much. Happy New Year!
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I only know about them because of a verbal referral. Happy reading!
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The Running Man was an interesting book to read. Here’s mine: https://readwithme2018.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesday-january-8th-2020/
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Glad to hear it’s not as obscure as it seemed when I decided to read it haha. Happy reading!
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My Post: https://whimsywriter3.wordpress.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesday-january-8-2020/
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This is my first WWW post, it is always so hard for me to pick out what I am going to read next until it’s time to actually read it. I have severe Book ADD. But here is my link :
https://athomewithabook.wordpress.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesday-january-08/
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Sorry for the delay in getting this up, you somehow got stuck in spam but I’ve cleared it so this shouldn’t happen again. I find I change my mind about what to read really frequently as well. I like this meme because it helps me remember to put a book on hold at the library before it’s too late! Happy reading.
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Here’s my post!
I really suck at buddy-reads because I always want to read books all in one go (or I don’t get anywhere at all, cough). Sounds like a good book if you’re raring to go on it!
I do enjoy Stephen King. Not a great prose stylist, perhaps, but I nearly always find his books difficult to put down.
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I’m hoping it’s a fast paced read, I might be overloading myself with books. Happy reading!
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Have a great reading week!
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Happy reading, and happy new year!
Here is my post for today: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45186670-twice-in-a-blue-moon?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=kwQZkOP9CB&rank=1
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Ha, wrong link. Here is my actual post: https://katelynpdickinson.wordpress.com/2020/01/08/www-wednesday-1-8-20/
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Hi! My post is on Tumblr, here!
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Colombiano was one of my favorite reads last year! I hope it will be a good one for you. Have a wonderful week and happy reading! Here’s my WWW.
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I’m so glad you liked it! It’s a long haul but I’m enjoying it so far. Happy reading!
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