Confessions of a slow reader

I’m a slow reader. There you go. I’ve confessed. I like to be immersed in the reading experience, to shift into the state where I’m no longer aware I’m reading words on a page; where the book is alive in my head. For me, that’s the joy of reading; a joy that no film can replicate as the experience is unique, as it is for every reader.

Anyway, this slow reader had a chance to gobble up a few titles over the past few weeks. A spot of travelling helped. Here are the highlights.

Lonely is the Night: A Short Story by Christopher Holliday. This tightly written sci fi short reminded me of The Butterfly Effect meets the theory of the multiverse. An easy five stars that left me wanting more.

The Grove by Jennifer Foehner Wells. A story that acts as an introduction to a character called Hain, a sentient plant. I found the ideas used to build the world familiar, but the blend was imaginative and cohesive. Sets up what will hopefully be many more adventures to come.

When the Heat's Off by Ginger Bensman. I read this as part of a review group and it was a real delight; a nicely written suspense story with a good twist.

Finally, although I read this story several months ago, I highly recommend it. Ye Olde Idea Shoppe by Robert Scarlato. An immensely enjoyable tale: off-beat, funny and decidedly pointed in its social commentary. The title also has an excellent bonus story which added to the pleasure of the read.

Happy reading. Feel free to tell me what you’ve been reading in the comments.