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Hey Everybody! My name is Joanie Lunsford and I'm from Atlanta, Georgia. I don't have a favorite author, but drawn to psychological thrillers with a dash of rom/com for relief. Although I do love Janet Evanovich being a Jersey girl myself.
Hi everyone! I am so excited to discover a social media platform dedicated to the love of books. I am an author myself, I write poetry and children's books. I also host a podcast and review suggested books every Friday. I would love to find people with the same interest to discuss books. I am currently reading, "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill. Any book suggestions? I hope to connect with you all.
C. A. Simonsen from the prairies of Canada. Glad to meet some book lovers. I'm currently reading Two Solitudes, by Hugh MacLennan. Choosing a favorite book is tough: I might go with Fifth Business or Steppenwolf.Cheers to Oprah and her work promoting fine reading.
Hello,I would like to introduce myself, my name is Peggy and I live actually in Spain. I just wrote my first children's tale during the Covid lockdown as an homage to my wonderful furry daughter Cookie (aka a cat)
Stay all very safe
Heya! So, I'm Justin, and am interested in participating in the mother of all book clubs. Am located in Los Angeles, and while there's a lot of books on my shelf, the one I'm closing off my days with is Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. It's been on my list for quite some time.
Hi, I’m Nikki Murphy, avid reader, poet, diversity & inclusion strategist, real estate investor, 34-year-old married, mother of a 4-year-old son, based in NY. I also wrote a book, Home For Hurricanes: A Memoir of Resilience in Poetry and Prose. I liked books since I could read, but Coldest Winter Ever was the one that made me fall hard. Did that ever make Oprah’s Book Club list? Well, it should’ve. I have more unsolicited opinions, but I’ll hold until I read the next book club book.
Introducing myself: I’m Debbie Garneau Griffin. My husband Mike and I are retired and we live in an old gold-rush town in the Sierra foothills, not far from Lake Tahoe. But I grew up in a haunted house in Vermont with my single mother.Growing up, I was a big Stephen King fan, living in a spooked house and all! After I moved my elderly mother to a nursing home, I faced the daunting task of cleaning out our 150+ y/o small farmstead, which Mom had inherited. In the process, I was shocked to discover our property had been a waystation for fugitive slaves escaping along the Underground Railroad to Lake Champlain and Canada. With the help of the local historical society, we were able to save and catalog artifacts from 1850 through the Civil War and later.
After I retired from the high-tech industry, I spent a good deal of time tracing the Underground Railroad routes and personal stories of those who had been involved, throughout New England and upstate New York. My research inspired me to write a historical fiction novel that is also part memoir. It’s titled: The Eternal Conductor. I am looking forward to having it published before the end of this year. Yay!!
I am also a big fan of Colson Whitehead’s The Underground Railroad and even got him to autograph my copy…which is very cool! His fantastical version of a real ‘underground’ railroad
was quite amazing and compelling. I doubt that my first novel will be lucky enough to win a Pulitzer Prize, as Whitehead did, but I can always dream!
To learn more about the book, check out my website at: http://theeternalconductor.com/
I look forward to participating in Oprah’s great Book Club!
Very excited to announce my latest novel
to be released soon. Looking for ARC readers. Let me know of your interest.
Hi all,My name is Candy Leigh and I'm from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
My favorite author is Glennon Doyle. Reading her books is what inspired me to write my own.
It's called Finding Life In Between, and it's available for pre order now.
Debbie wrote: "Introducing myself: I’m Debbie Garneau Griffin. My husband Mike and I are retired and we live in an old gold-rush town in the Sierra foothills, not far from Lake Tahoe. But I grew up in a haunted h..."Hi Debbie
That sounds like an interesting book you are writing. Good luck with it. I just published Secrets and Silence on Amazon this year and getting it ready to publish was easier than I thought it would be - the formatting for Amazon I mean. It was something that really intimidated me but it was easier than I thought it would be to put the Ebook and Print book up for sale.
Good luck with yours. It sounds like it should be really interesting researching the history. Best wishes.
Hi Belynda, Thanks for sharing your experience with publishing on Amazon. I know the publishing arena is a daunting place and can be overwhelming at times. I appreciate your support!
Hi, my name is Saar and I live in Bruges, Belgium. My favorite author is Haruki Murakami.
My name is Stephan Oak (pen mane) author of the Jett Landry series.
Hello, my name is Risa Owens. I am from Ashland, AL, about two hours from Birmingham. I love to read and write, I actually just published my first book. My favorites are historical romance and spirituality. Thank you for letting me be a part of your group. I don't think I have a favorite author. I have read a lot of Beth Moore, Danielle Steel, and Judith McNaught.
Hello! My name is Shemique Blair and I am a newly published Canadian author. I enjoy writing poems and short stories. I am a huge romance novel reader and have a variety of favorites. I look forward to sharing my thoughts with you all. Thanks for letting me be a part of your group!
Hi - Gemma from Uk - just launching my book newsletter with a giveaway of anyone fancies entering? https://www.instagram.com/p/CGyGpjigK... just finished reading the colour purple and just picked up the silent companions...
My name is Theresa Lewis, I am a published author. One of my favorite authors is, Florence Scovel Shinn, she wrote the book "The Game of Life and How to Play It", published in 1925.
Hi. I am Janette B. Fuller from Jamaica. I write fiction and nonfiction and I read almost all types of books. One of my favourite books is The "Scarlet Pimpernel" by Baroness Orczy. It is good to be here.
Hi guys I am Stefano from Italy!Kudos to all
Hello, Everyone! I'm Roberta Roberts an author and new Goodreads member. Looking forward to participating in this group. Peace and Blessings! Vote 2020! Stay Safe!
I'm Mo, an attorney, a mama of 2, and an aspiring writer who formerly thought I wanted to be an English Literature professor. I love Oprah's Book Club reads although I have not had an opportunity to read any of them in 2020. Too many books, too little time!
OBC wrote: "Welcome to Oprah's Book Club 2.0, a fully interactive, online community for people who love reading. Before we get started, introduce yourself to our community.1. Where are you joining us from?
..."Hi, From New Milton, England, UK
My favourite authors are Ken Follett and Philippa Gregory.
I have just published my first book: The Phantom Killer and Her Autistic Son, about my life's journey with my autistic son William.
I've just finished A Respectable Trade, by Philippa Gregory, about the slave trade...fantastic book.
Grace wrote: "OBC wrote: "Welcome to Oprah's Book Club 2.0, a fully interactive, online community for people who love reading. Before we get started, introduce yourself to our community.1. Where are you joinin..."
Hello all! I am A M Young and I'm enjoying the community here so far. I love reading many different genres, but writing is my recently renewed passion. I am from Atlanta, Georgia by way of a small town AL upbringing. My first publication is my memoirs. I have to warn anyone who may suffer with PTSD, trauma, or has survived abuse of any kind- this book contains major triggers. I would love your support, but I would not want to cause you any setbacks in your own attempts to recover and heal. Please approach with that caution in mind. Thank you. What Happens in the Family: A Story of Survival
My name is Katie and I am in Holly Springs, NC. This is my first time joining a group on Goodreads. Right now, I am reading The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz and Jezebel's Revenge by Jaquelin Thomas. I usually bounce back and forth between a business or self-help book and a novel. And I dream of having my own book on Goodreads one day.
My name is Rita Mendoza author of The Three Magic Keys and The Announcement, I’m from DR and live in New Jersey. Thanks so much for accept me in this wonderful group
Welcome, Rita. Congratulations on having two books under your belt.
Hi Everyone, My name is M. Quilman. I just finished writing and publishing my first book: In Six Days: A Tale of Family, Religion, and Sabotage. It is a very fun read centered around the anger of youth, our mistreatment of the planet, and our interpretation of the bible. I would really appreciate your reviews! Its available on Amazon, Apple, and other e platforms.
Thanks,
M.
Hi, my name is Sarah and I live in Belgium. I read most of the book genres, but my favorite authors are Haruki Murakami and Stephen King. Besides reading I also write.
Hi, my name is Jim. I've had over 200 articles published on travel and retirement overseas. I have two books out, one an incredibly poorly timed release on how to make a self-guided tour of the Galápagos. The second is much more personal, "An Uphill Climd - Survivor's Guilt and the Inca Trail" . It is available for a free promotional period now until midnight Nov 14th at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DDGZQKJ . I just ask for honest feed back in a review. Thanks all!
Wichita Kansas.
Currently in Vancouver Washington, USA.
kidnapped and held hostage for about 10 years or so.
See Also: Jennifer Baer of the Miles Group.
Favorite author: is Scott Cunningham.
Currently in Vancouver Washington, USA.
kidnapped and held hostage for about 10 years or so.
See Also: Jennifer Baer of the Miles Group.
Favorite author: is Scott Cunningham.
Hi there! I am originally from Ohio but currently from wherever the U.S. Army sends my husband and our two kiddos. We're all about making the most out of the challenges of our military lifestyle, but as a mil spouse that means many obstacles to overcome along the way. Hence, I love self-help, personal development, and inspirational books. I'm also a sports science nerd and will devour any book about the latest realistic application of research. My favorite people to follow/authors are Dr. Michael Gervais and Dr. Marc Bubbs (Peak). I've also greatly enjoyed the work of Dr. Denayne Barahona (Simple Families) and Lauren Handel (Maybe It's You). When it comes to keeping ways to optimize our mindset, well-being, or health, count me in! It's what I enjoy blogging and writing about as an author as well. Looking forward to finding some good reads here in the group!
Hi there, I have started a bookish newsletter - would love your support! Please take a look at my first one here and subscribe using the button, interviews with authors, book reviews and more! https://mailchi.mp/087dc87bbdb4/the-n... Thanks!
hi everyone. just published When We Pray (prevailing effectual fervent prayer avails much) #Free #kindle #Kindleunlimited #amazon
My name is katrina. Currently a graduate student. Joining book clubs so then I can complete my 2020 challenge. 52 books in 52 weeks. 😀
Hi and thanks for being here! My name is Ron. My favorite author is James Baldwin. I hope it's ok to share here that I'm giving away 5 copies of my new book, Spitting Image: A Foundling's Memoir of Faith and Gratitude. I was a biracial infant abandoned at birth and adopted into a loving African-American family. Growing up in Detroit, I learned at the age of 10 that I was adopted and a 40-year search for my biological relatives and my own genetic identify was triggered. This the the story of the obstacles and triumphs along the way. Be encouraged! Enter my Goodreads Giveaway before Nov 30th.
Hi, my name is Marie Ghislaine Desir (Author of Owning My Mistakes: My Undies Should Fit Now). I am joining from Miami, FL. Nora Roberts
Happy day everyone. By God's grace I have published about 70 books on Amazon and elsewhere. Wish all happy and fruitful interactions https://amazon.com/author/ikechukwujo...
Hello everyone ... thank you for letting me be part of this group. I look forward to finding new books here ... and new reading buddies.I love reading romance, romantic suspense and crime / mystery, bottom line is if it's good, I read it.
I've published about 12 romance books, hoping to publish more very soon.
Again, thanks to you all
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I am from Nigeria and My name's are Frank Uche Anujuo. a.k.a Author Frankyz. the author of "Split Personalities". A classic Afro-Story with intriguing Poems and unique Quotes. Nice to be here.
My name is Wacu Mbugua. I come from Kenya, a little town called Kiambu. My favorite authors currently are Francine Rivers, Penny Vicenzi, Chimamanda Adichie, and Sally Rooney. Happy to be in this group!
Hi All,My name is Doug. I’ve been a free lance writer, guidebook author, cartographer and publisher for five decades, and none of them have been my day job. Now that the day job is done, I’ve become a novelist. I've just launched a Goodreads Giveaway to introduce readers to my novel On His Own Terms
My current favorite writer is Paulette Jiles. Steinbeck, Twain and Faulkner are my favorite classic writers.
OBC wrote: "Welcome to Oprah's Book Club 2.0, a fully interactive, online community for people who love reading. Before we get started, introduce yourself to our community.1. Where are you joining us from?
My name is Terri and I am joining from Pittsburgh, PA. Some of my favorite authors are Amy Tan, Elmore Leonard and Wallace Stegner. Some of my favorite books are: Goodbye to All That, My Antonia, The Joy Luck Club, Crossing to Safety and A Christmas Carol.
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Hii, I'm Sohini from Kolkata, India. I'm mostly into Historical Fiction and Fantasy although certain YAs do intrigue me at times. My favourites from 2020 until now are Crescent City and My Dark Vanessa. Looking forward to meeting new bookish buddies and exploring new books from previously uncharted genres!
Hi my name is Tangular (rhymes with "Angela"). I am from Connecticut. I am an educational consultant and an author. My first book, Pearl and her Gee's Bend Quilt will be released on 12/25/20. I am so very excited to interact with you on this platform and find out what everyone is reading!
Hi, Many thanks for the opportunity to introduce myself. Montreal and Austin, Eastern Townships, Quebec are my home and inspiration. For over 40 years I practiced as a Consultant Dietitian-Nutritionist. I honed my writing doing a regular a nutrition column and appearing on radio and T.V. and wrote a Canadian Best Seller. With an interest in architecture and further studies, I wrote the first book on Canadian Art Deco Architecture. About a year ago I completed my first novel and am now working on a sequel taking place in the 2020, the year of the coronavirus – a challenging time. My recent books includes re-reading some of my favourites by Isaac Bashevis Singer – Shadows Over the Hudson, The Chosen. Other reading includes, 1945 The year that made modern CANADA, Ken Cuthertson, The Lonely Hearts Hotel, Heather O’Neill and A Fatal Grace, Louise Penny.
OBC wrote: "Welcome to Oprah's Book Club 2.0, a fully interactive, online community for people who love reading. Before we get started, introduce yourself to our community.1. Where are you joining us from?
Hello,
My name is Cheryl and I am from Whitehorse, Yukon in Canada. Currently, I am reading Quicksand by Iris Johansen. Prior to this, I read Stalemate by the same author. It is a suspense, thriller novel. After this, I will be reading "And Then There Was None" that was recommended by Goodreads.
I enjoy various authors; however, I do tend to lean towards the classic authors.
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As an author myself, focused on meditation, Buddhism and nature, I love books about these things. Current favourites are Thomas Shor's remarkable 'A Step Away from Paradise,' Florence Williams 'The Nature Fix,' and Thupten Jinpa's magisterial 'Tsongkhapa - A Buddha in the Land of Snows.' Perennial favourites are HH the Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh and my own wonderful teacher Zasep Tulku Rinpoche.
Carl Safina's 'Beyond Words' is wonderful on animal sentience, as is Frans de Waal's 'The Bonobo and the Atheist' and my bookshelf would not be complete without John Bradshaw's 'Cat Sense' by the leading cat behaviour expert!
Despite the all-too-evident evident troubles in the world right now, we are fortunate to live on the planet at a time when we also have unprecedented access to so many extraordinary beings who compassionately share their life-changing wisdom.