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We're a couple of bloggers who are passionate about our reading. We love books and love to share our thoughts and feelings so that perhaps you can make a decision on what books you would like to spend your time with.

Michael Crichton dead at 65

Michael Crichton NewsAuthor Michael Crichton has died of cancer at age 65.  I read a few of his novels and of course saw many movies based on his novels and screenplays….shoot, I even watched a few seasons of ER from time to time.  Wasn’t real high on my favorite author list, but still enjoyed […]

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Time Magazine Article on Literacy

Two quotes from the 09-10-07 Time Magazine:
25% - The percentage of U.S. adults who did not read any books in the past year, according to an Associated Press - Ipsos poll. The average reader said he or she read four.
5 - The number of books Americans claimed they had at least started reading per […]

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Comments Policy Update

I just wanted to publically state our comment policy here at WordsForWords.com. We welcome your comments whether you agree with our assessment of a book or not. But please do not post multi-page dissertation on your beliefs for or against a particular book….especially when you are talking about the subject matter contained […]

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Welcome to Dave Good

I wanted to welcome our latest blogger, Dave Good, to our little community. I worked with Dave or a few years and have become good friends. I’m looking forward to his contributions to the site and I’m sure you’ll enjoy his reviews. Welcome Dave and thanks for coming on board!
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2006 Recap and Looking Forward to 2007

Well 2006 is over (boy that went fast) and looking back it was a good year. Personally and professionally it was a great year, lots of challenges, but we overcame and moved forward. My business is growing and the family is all healthy and happy. Couldn’t ask for much more.
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PaperBackSwap.com

Here’s a cool site, www.paperbackswap.com.  I found this site recently (yes I know, I may be a bit slow at finding this)…but this looks to be quite useful.  Obviously I read a lot of books throughout the year.  I also do my fair share of selling books on eBay (http://stores.ebay.com/Lautz-of-Stuff - shameless plug for my eBay store).  I get most of my […]

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Words for Words

I’ve made a decision, call it a resolution if you’d like, to read more books this year.  I’ve always read plenty of books, but the last few years I’ve slacked off quite a bit….just been too busy I guess…I just don’t take time out to sit down and read like I used to.  Well this year […]

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