WWW Wednesday, 17-March-2021

17 Mar

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!IMG_1384-0

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 through another chapter of Lateral Thinking by Edward de Bono on an unlucky Friday morning when I had to wait fifteen minutes for a lane. Oh well, there was an upside so it’s all fine.
An even longer pause on Mil veces hasta siempre (Turtles All the Way Down) by John Green is coming. Stay tuned.
Also on hold with The Lady’s Guide to Petticoats and Piracy by Mackenzi Lee but I’m really hoping to return to it soon because I was really enjoying it.
I’m still working on The Overstory by Richard Powers and I feel like I will be forever. This is taking a long time to get into so I’m slogging a bit. I hope it turns around soon and I can push forward.
I’m focusing on The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett just now, hoping to get to the next stopping point that my Reading Buddy and I have agreed on. I’m enjoying this, though it took a turn different from what I expected. I can’t wait to see where it goes.

Recently finished: I finally wrapped up Writing Young Adult Fiction for Dummies by Deborah Halverson! The review went up yesterday so you can all see my thoughts. I gave the book Three out of Five Stars. Parts of it were amazing, Five Star territory, but there were some elements that dragged a bit and brought it down for me. You can’t win them all.

Reading next: I still think I’ll grab Expecting Better by Emily Oster before I return to Green. It’s a good time to be reading this and Green can wait until after baby arrives and still be relevant.

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73 Responses to “WWW Wednesday, 17-March-2021”

  1. jyvurentropy March 17, 2021 at 12:40 AM #

    Oh, some nonfiction on your list!
    Here is mine (thanks for hosting such a fun weekly meme)
    https://jyvurentropy.home.blog/2021/03/17/www-weds-the-book-im-way-too-stupid-for-and-furry-smut/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 8:55 AM #

      I like having some nonfiction going on, though it’s currently a bit more than normal for me. Happy Wednesday!

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  2. Laurel-Rain Snow March 17, 2021 at 1:08 AM #

    I really must start The Vanishing Half soon. Enjoy your books and your week, and here’s MY WWW POST

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 8:59 AM #

      It’s been great so far, I can’t wait for us to continue. Happy reading!

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  3. whatcathyreadnext March 17, 2021 at 4:06 AM #

    How frustrating to have books you’re enjoying but find yourself short of free time to read them. I hope you’re able to grab some time this week and continue to enjoy them.

    Here’s my WWW https://whatcathyreadnext.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/wwwwednesday-17th-march-2021/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 9:21 AM #

      Thanks. It’s been hard to find time this week but I’ll keep trying. Happy reading!

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  4. Clemence March 17, 2021 at 4:35 AM #

    I posted the review yesterday, i’ll read it asap!
    I hope you find more times to keep on reading ♥

    here’s my post: https://booksxorxmisery.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-march-17th-2021/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 9:21 AM #

      Thank you. I’m hoping I find it as well. Happy reading!

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  5. Jen | Books on the 7:47 March 17, 2021 at 4:38 AM #

    Oh I loved The Vanishing Half, Brit Bennett’s other book,The Mothers, is one of my WWW picks this week!

    WWW Wednesday: 17th March 2021

    Have a great reading week! x

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  6. The Gal Herself March 17, 2021 at 4:56 AM #

    What a perfect time for Expecting Better to be on your list! This week I’ve gone retro with a vintage collection of short mysteries and an old Hollywood memoir. https://onegalsmusings.blogspot.com/2021/03/wwwwednesday_16.html

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 9:44 AM #

      I think I’ll be able to start it soon. Fingers crossed. Happy reading!

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  7. Lola March 17, 2021 at 5:21 AM #

    Hopefully you will get through all your reads! The Vanishing Half is supposed to be really good, so I am looking forward to your thoughts on that.

    My WWW this week with some high brow reads 😂😂😂: https://lolaetlavie.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 2:18 PM #

      I’m enjoying it a lot and it’s hard to stop at the agreed upon spots! Happy reading.

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  8. Lisa Potter March 17, 2021 at 5:24 AM #

    I’m happy for you that you were able to finish the Dummies Guide book, but disappointed that it didn’t fully live up to expectations. It’s annoying when that happens.

    My WWW post is: https://liseysreads.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-7-16-march-2021/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 2:18 PM #

      It wasn’t bad by any means, just not great. Happy reading!

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  9. _forbookssake March 17, 2021 at 5:38 AM #

    I hope you get some more free time to read the books you’re enjoying soon! Happy reading 🙂

    My WWW: http://forbookssake.home.blog/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-17th-march-2021

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 2:19 PM #

      Thank you! I’m hoping to have a bit more time this coming weekend. Happy reading!

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  10. Books tales by me March 17, 2021 at 6:43 AM #

    Happy Reading
    Here is my WWW

    WWW WEDNESDAY 17 MARCH 2021

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  11. Nicole March 17, 2021 at 7:00 AM #

    I’ve heard good things about The Vanishing Half. Happy reading!

    Here’s my WWW: https://theanatomyofabookworm.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-17-03-21/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 2:19 PM #

      So far I can say it’s well deserved praise. Happy reading!

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  12. nickimags @ Secret Library Book Blog March 17, 2021 at 7:05 AM #

    So glad you’re enjoying The Vanishing Half and you got to read some more of the De Bono book! 😀 Here’s my link for this week: https://thesecretlibrarysite.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesdays-17-03-21-wwwwednesdays-with-that-gif%f0%9f%98%89/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 2:20 PM #

      I’m hoping to have even more time this weekend to relax with a book. Happy reading!

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  13. Rabeeah March 17, 2021 at 7:24 AM #

    The Vanishing Half has been on my reading list for so long! Although everyone seems to love it I have no idea what to expect either, so I’m excited to get around to it!

    Here is my WWW post: https://rabeeahreads.com/2021/03/17/what-am-i-reading-www/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 2:30 PM #

      It’s been good so far. It’s already surprised me once (in a good way). Happy Wednesday!

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  14. Teri Polen March 17, 2021 at 8:15 AM #

    I adored A Gentleman’s Guide, but never got around to A Lady’s Guide. Hope you get it back soon! https://teripolen.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-what-am-i-reading/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 9:58 PM #

      Thank you. I was loving it so I’m sad to step away for a bit. I’m hoping it’s not long. Happy reading!

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  15. silverbuttonbooks March 17, 2021 at 8:42 AM #

    I am trying to take a page out of your book by not giving up on one of my books this week, Holy Sh*t, A Brief History of Swearing. I hope you get some good reading time in!

    WWW Wednesday: March 17, 2021

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 9:58 PM #

      Haha good luck! And a great title. Happy reading!

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  16. Catherine March 17, 2021 at 9:25 AM #

    I’m glad you’re enjoying The Vanishing Half – I thought it was amazing! I’m so glad it got longlisted for the Women’s Prize.

    Here’s my WWW: https://catherineellenbooks.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-17-mar/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 9:59 PM #

      I hope I can meet with my buddy and get back to it soon. Happy reading!

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  17. Julie Anna's Books March 17, 2021 at 10:14 AM #

    I’m glad you’re enjoying The Vanishing Half and I hope you have more time to catch up with your reads soon – happy reading!
    Here’s my WWW: http://www.julieannasbooks.com/www-wednesday-3-17-21/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 9:59 PM #

      Thanks, I’m optimistic about my weekend. Happy reading!

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  18. chaoticcolourful March 17, 2021 at 10:24 AM #

    Enjoy your books this week!

    Here’s mine: https://chaoticcolourful.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-17-march-2021/

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  19. HerBookishDesires March 17, 2021 at 11:01 AM #

    The Vanishing Half sounds interesting! Happy Wednesday and happy St. Patty’s Day!

    My WWW: https://herbookishdesires.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/www%e2%9d%93-wednesday-3-17-2021%e2%98%98%ef%b8%8f/

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 2:22 PM #

      It’s been great so far and I’m looking forward to reading more soon. Happy reading!

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  20. SageKnightly March 17, 2021 at 12:43 PM #

    I’m glad you’re enjoying The Vanishing Half! I have heard a lot of great things about it:)

    My WWW post

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 10:03 PM #

      I had as well and it’s so far well deserved. Happy reading!

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  21. Jana T March 17, 2021 at 12:49 PM #

    Happy Wednesday! Here’s my WWW post: https://reviewsfromthestacks.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-march-17-2021/

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  22. kaitlynscupoftea March 17, 2021 at 1:49 PM #

    I can’t wait to get my library copy of the Vanishing Half – I’ve finally moved up on the waitlist but it’s taking months!

    Here’s my WWW:

    WWW Wednesday//March 17, 2021

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    • Sam March 17, 2021 at 10:04 PM #

      I take a lot of notes with my reading buddy so I ended up buying a copy. I wouldn’t have had the patience to wait for it haha. Happy reading!

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  23. Leesha's Elysian World March 17, 2021 at 2:10 PM #

    This is my first ever WWW Wednesday blog post and I am so excited for it. I am planning to continue this book meme in future as well!☺️💖
    Here’s the link – https://leeshawritesblogs.wordpress.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-1-17th-march-2021/

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  24. Ryan March 17, 2021 at 2:26 PM #

    I imagine it’s difficult to make a how-to book for writing stand out among a sea of them, so I’m glad to hear some parts were of 5 star quality for you, weaker sections notwithstanding. Happy reading!

    WWW Wednesday – March 17, 2021

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    • Sam March 18, 2021 at 8:15 AM #

      I think it’s harder after I’ve already read a few so some of it is repetitive but very necessary information. Happy reading!

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  25. Louisa Paarsmarkt March 17, 2021 at 2:34 PM #

    Sounds like a pretty good reading week, though boo to have to pause some books. Here are my answers: https://writingcrazyme.blogspot.com/2021/03/www-wednesday-518-march-17th.html

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    • Sam March 18, 2021 at 8:30 AM #

      Agreed. I’m hoping to return to them soon. Happy reading!

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  26. The Unseen Library March 17, 2021 at 2:47 PM #

    Good luck with your read.
    My WWW Wednesday post:

    WWW Wednesday – 17 March 2021

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  27. Jolie March 17, 2021 at 4:02 PM #

    Congrats on the baby!!! I miss a few weeks and miss out on stuff (teaches me). I have the Vanishing Half on my TBR. Here’s mine: https://readwithme2018.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-march-17th-2017/

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    • Sam March 18, 2021 at 8:31 AM #

      Thank you. I hope you enjoy The Vanishing Half when you can pick it up. Happy reading!

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  28. Leslie March 17, 2021 at 4:11 PM #

    I’m glad that you are enjoying The Vanishing Half. I really enjoyed that one and I hope you continue enjoying it! Happy reading!

    My WWW!

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    • Sam March 18, 2021 at 8:32 AM #

      Great to hear! I’m about half way and liking it a lot so far. Happy reading!

      Liked by 1 person

  29. libgirlbooks March 17, 2021 at 4:21 PM #

    I’ve heard a lot about The Vanishing Half and it’s been on my radar. Look forward to hearing your thoughts when you’ve finished. Here’s my post: https://libgirlbooks.com/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-march-17-2021-bookishmemes-wwwwednesday/

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    • Sam March 18, 2021 at 8:33 AM #

      I will for sure write a full review. It’s been great so far. Happy reading!

      Liked by 1 person

  30. Stephanie @ Bookfever March 17, 2021 at 4:50 PM #

    I hope Expecting Better will be a great read for you! 🙂

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    • Sam March 18, 2021 at 8:47 AM #

      Thanks! I actually started it last night and I like the tone. Happy reading!

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  31. ari March 17, 2021 at 5:34 PM #

    I’m glad you’re enjoying The vanishing half, I really liked it. And (since I stopped reading blogs for a while) congratulations on the pregnancy!!
    Here’s my post: http://readwithari.com/blog/2021/03/17/www-wednesday-17-march-21/

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    • Sam March 18, 2021 at 8:48 AM #

      Glad to hear you liked it! That’s always encouraging. And thank you, happy reading!

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  32. Kwizgiver March 17, 2021 at 5:46 PM #

    I thought The Vanishing Half was interesting–we had a very compelling book group discussion about it.

    https://www.kwizgiver.com/2021/03/www-wednesdays.html

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    • Sam March 18, 2021 at 8:49 AM #

      I’m trying to meet with my reading buddy on Saturday to keep discussing. Our first conversation was great. Happy reading!

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  33. bookswithcassie March 17, 2021 at 8:07 PM #

    I had very bad morning sickness with my oldest and youngest and anytime I opened a baby book I swear it made it worse 😂 I know it is still early days but I really recommend the Wonder Weeks app whenever baby makes their appearance!

    WWW Wednesday 3.17.21

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