The Happy Prince - Reading Schedule

[Deborah, Moderator]

December 5 - The Happy Prince
December 12 - The Nightingale and the Rose
December 19 - The Selfish Giant
December 26 - The Devoted Friend
January 2 - The Remarkable Rocket

[Frances, Moderator]

I'm looking forward to this read-I have a lovely hardcover illustrated edition that has been sitting on my shelf for ages and so am anticipating some cozy reading snuggled up with book, tea and a blanket as winter sets in.

[Abigail]

That sounds like a delightful prospect, Frances!

[Hilary]

Yes indeed, Frances! I think that I need to invest in a really soft and cosy blanket. (My daughters tend to hoard all of the nicest blankets!). It's getting pretty chilly here in Ireland. Now where's that cup of tea ...?

[Haaze]

Oscar Wilde has always surprised me (in a positive way)!

[Jo]

It hardly ever happens that a book I've voted for actually 'wins' and I happen to have some time on my hands, so ... I'm definitely looking forward to discussing Wilde with you.

[Deborah, Moderator]

Jo wrote: "It hardly ever happens that a book I've voted for actually 'wins' and I happen to have some time on my hands, so ... I'm definitely looking forward to discussing Wilde with you."

We look forward to having you with us :)

[Gem , Moderator]

Can you believe that I can not get a physical copy of this book from either of my local library systems? I had get a digital copy from Hoopla. I really do prefer books... the paper kind. But at least I can read along. This will be my first experience with Oscar Wilde.

[Deborah, Moderator]

❀✿ Gem ✿❀ wrote: "Can you believe that I can not get a physical copy of this book from either of my local library systems? I had get a digital copy from Hoopla. I really do prefer books... the paper kind. But at lea..."

I bought a paperback from Amazon. Like you, I prefer a real book. Looking forward to having you join in the discussion.

[Rosemarie, Moderator]

My husband was ordering some books, so he got me a hard cover copy at the same time as an early Christmas present.

[Deborah, Moderator]

Rosemarie wrote: "My husband was ordering some books, so he got me a hard cover copy at the same time as an early Christmas present."

A lovely thoughtful gift

[Hilary]

Yes, Rosemarie, that's such a lovely thing for your husband to do! :)

[Rosemarie, Moderator]

I appreciated it as well. We both like books and so do my daughters, who are both moms now-and the grandkids like books too.

[Paula W]

I'm probably going to read everything a bit ahead of schedule since I am dangerously close to crossing the "100 books read this year" mark and this seems like it will be much easier to finish than a few of the other ones (chunksters) I'm currently going through. Looking forward to the discussion!

[Deborah, Moderator]

Paula W wrote: "I'm probably going to read everything a bit ahead of schedule since I am dangerously close to crossing the "100 books read this year" mark and this seems like it will be much easier to finish than ..."

When I read ahead, I make a few notes so I can discuss more easily. These stories are so short, you can literally read them right before posting

[Deborah, Moderator]

The threads for Tge Selfish Giant will be posted on Sunday this week. I will be traveling on Monday.

[Rosemarie, Moderator]

Have a safe journey.

[Deborah, Moderator]

Rosemarie wrote: "Have a safe journey."

Thanks Rosemarie. 15 hr drive tomorrow. Then 2 hr drive on Monday and Tuesday.

[Gem , Moderator]

Drive safe!

[Deborah, Moderator]

❀✿ Gem ✿❀ wrote: "Drive safe!"

Thx Gem