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[Cassi aka Snow White]

For working at a church he's pretty chillax (at least he was during college & still is via email). I haven't listened to that so it's hard to suggest a book I don't know.

I was almost worried that Smekday sets the bar too high. Its very very very very very very good. I'm glad the book I had after it is Jacky Faber because I don't think many things could follow it.

[Peep (Pop! Pop!)]

Go to audible or some other site and check out a clip of it, it's hilarious! You have to. And you're right about Smkeday. Maybe keep that as your secret weapon?

[Cassi aka Snow White]

Have any of the boys in this group listened to Jacky? LLOYD WHERE ARE YOU???

I'll find something to intro him to audiobooks. I was going to send him a box of Girl Scout cookies (long story, for being a good friend is basically the summary) and had looked for an audiobook to include but I think I'll hold it off for another occasion until I decide what's perfect.

[Heidi]

I think Jacky is universal. I always tell people to start with Harry Potter on audio if they are new the medium.

[Cassi aka Snow White]

Heidi (the original) wrote: "I think Jacky is universal. I always tell people to start with Harry Potter on audio if they are new the medium."

But I want him to read something NEW & EXCITING. And um...don't kill me but I haven't listened to the Harry Potter audiobooks myself. It's on my list that I want to listen to someday but there are so many books in the world!

[Heidi]

I will look through my list and get back to you then. :)

[Heidi]

How about Book Thief Cassi??

[Cassi aka Snow White]

Heidi (the original) wrote: "How about Book Thief Cassi??"

Did I listen to that? I don't remember. Just went and checked. Did not listen to that but read actual book. But could be a valid boy friendly option.

[Heidi]

I Am the Messenger is excellent on audio. I have a crush on the narrator.

[Cassi aka Snow White]

Heidi (the original) wrote: "I Am the Messenger is excellent on audio. I have a crush on the narrator."

I liked it on audio as well! I think this may find its way to Texas sometime.

I love buying people books as presents. I don't even know why but its so much more fun than other presents.

[Heidi]

Sharing book love is one of the best things in life. I wish I had more readers in my life to share them with!

[Daria]

Books are just about the only presents I give people (mostly because I have so many to spare).

[Daria]

Carmel wrote: "Emily wrote: "Books are just about the only presents I give people (mostly because I have so many to spare)."

People or books:)"

Books.

[Veronica]

I'm reading Why Men Love Bitches by Sherry Argov.

[Brandi]

Just finished still finishing and starting .

[Rebecca]

I have finished The Virgin's Lover Undead and Unpopular To Die For Red-Headed Stepchild Very Bloody History of Britain (Without the Boring Bits!) : (Without Jane Eyre Vampire Diaries: The Return - Midnight Angel Kids Lenora
and I have started The Lunatic Cafe

[Holly]

just finished , it was really good once it got going! now on to

[Stephanie (Bookfever)]

I finished in 2 days and I loved it ! (:
Now I'm reading until I get home and can finish ^^ ♥

[Tai]

Finishing up and then moving on to .

[Lloyd]

The real question should be, what am I NOT reading. (Gotta get this Kindle thing under control. FOCUS!) :P

[Cassi aka Snow White]

Lloyd wrote: "The real question should be, what am I NOT reading. (Gotta get this Kindle thing under control. FOCUS!) :P"

A kindle might not be a good choice for someone with a self-control problem....lol.

I stay pretty frugal with mine. Thankfully my library has a lot of books I want to read.

[Lloyd]

Normally it's not so bad, but I did get a little carried away. I'm trying to keep it to three or so books at a time. I could probably stop getting books for a year or so.

Except...I have pre-ordered which will download at midnight on 5/3! :D

That should do it until July. Unless something else sneaks up on me. :)

[Cassi aka Snow White]

Lloyd you need to better use the TBR pile on goodreads. That's what keeps my self control checked. Because I have the list to help me remember & that stops "I must buy this now lest I forget" which used to be a problem I had.

I just checked your books and you haven't read Jacky Faber! DARN! I really want a male perspective on that books.

SPEAKING OF JACKY FABER.

I just blushed and laughed out loud during when Jaimy was talking about some of his intentions towards Jacky once he found her. Fit of giggles!

[Lloyd]

I AM interested in reading it, but right now don't have the extra $8 for the digital version. And my Kindle has spoiled me to the point where carrying around hardcovers (or books with embarrassing covers for instance) is kind of a pain.

One of these days... :D

[Peep (Pop! Pop!)]

Lloyd, they are available through Overdrive if your library has it.

[Lloyd]

Peep (thank goodness) wrote: "Lloyd, they are available through Overdrive if your library has it."

Hmm...I have yet to try that. I'll look into it.

[Lloyd]

Peep (thank goodness) wrote: "Lloyd, they are available through Overdrive if your library has it."

I looked and they seem to only have the audiobook. Sadly, me and audiobooks don't mix. (I just tried recently and I can't get into them like I do good ol' books)

Amazon has the first ebook for $6.39. Anyone spare some change? :) [just kidding - I get pestered for money from people every day and it is SO annoying]

[Lloyd]

Catie wrote: "You should give the Jacky book like a 10 minute chance Lloyd! It's one of the best out there, and what do you have to lose? It's free!"

I promise that I'll try the book...probably just not the audio. For me...it just doesn't feel like I've 'read' a book if I just listen to it. It isn't the same for me.

[Cassi aka Snow White]

I cannot imagine the Jacky books without audio. I'm so spoiled by the songs, accents and music.

And what are you missing in a book that's just fun? That's one of those things that always bugs me about people who think audiobooks are cheating (and I'm not saying that this is you Lloyd). Unless its a great work of literature what is the point of whining about it. I don't think the Jacky books are going to change my life--except to make my drives much more fun!

Jacky is one of those books that I say "If you don't like this on auidobook then you just don't like audiobooks" so it could be a final test Lloyd.

PS Jaimy in MIssissippi Jack is making me laugh so hard. He's so naive compared to Jacky.

[Lloyd]

Oh, I don't think audiobooks are "cheating". I might give it a try. Check it out of the library and put it on my iPod.

I think that reading and reading comprehension were my highest scores on my SAT's. So I like putting that useless talent to use. :)

My 4 year old is having the same problem. I've been reading him books, and he doesn't want to watch the movie or read graphic novels because "they don't look like that!" or "That didn't happen". (Wizard of Oz in particular, is a WAY more exciting book than the movie...which is WAY different). Winnie-the-Pooh...well, that's different too, but he might actually make it through the movie one of these days. :P

[Cassi aka Snow White]

Reading was my highest on the ACT I believe.

I have a feeling most of this group would be the same way lol

[Lloyd]

I just put the audio book on hold at the library. Not sure when I'll get to it though. I'm already contemplating..."It's only $6.39 for the ebook...it would cost me more than that to eat lunch out." :P

It's tough though, because Amazon has the paperback for $3.18 (or something like that). However, our apartment is already jam packed with so many books, I'll probably just opt for the digital from now on. (I love the space it saves)

[Cassi aka Snow White]

Doesn't it drive you bonkers when the paperback is less than the ebook? But I have space issues so I usually pay more.

At least listen to the first CD. If you don't like it then oh well. If you do and you think its male-friendly let me know!

[Peep (Pop! Pop!)]

Lloyd wrote: "I just put the audio book on hold at the library. Not sure when I'll get to it though. I'm already contemplating..."It's only $6.39 for the ebook...it would cost me more than that to eat lunch out...."

Did you listen to a clip of the audio to see what it is like? It is one of the better audiobooks out there. There are some good audiobooks and some are awesome. Guess which category JF would fit into?

*whispers* Give it a chance Lloyd... we have muffins posing as cupcakes!

[Arphaxad]

Catie wrote: "I always did the best in math & science, but that is because I am a big nerd."

*high fives fellow nerd*

[Jen]

@ Cassi: LOL. You are correct. My score on the reading part of the ACT was the highest.

But I was also a big science and math nerd :D

[Cassi aka Snow White]

I did well on science on the ACT BUT it seemed like ACT science involved a lot of reading comprehension too.

[Delia]

The last few comments make me glad I'm going to college in Canada! Although I did have to take the TOELF.

[Gwennie]

I always excelled in Reading/English/History. I sucked at Math/Science.

[Delia]

Same here. I was reaaally good at French & Italian too. English, Lit, Philosophy, Geography and History. But ask me what 2 + 1 is and i'll probably tell you 56 or start crying.

[Lloyd]

I did well in science and math too. LOVED biology...except having to dissect stuff.

I'm with the high five to science and math nerds too!

The only reason I remember reading and reading comprehension being so high was this was back when they graphed your scores and those two were were the biggest.

Me read good!

Fine. I will give everyones precious Bloody Jack audiobook a try. (I'd still rather just read the book.)

Peer pressure!

[Delia]

But dissecting stuff is so much fun! Or is it just me ... ?

[Lloyd]

Well, I love cats and refused to dissect one in my class. Teacher got all pissed when I said, "Can't I have a dog or something?" (Not that I would want to dissect a dog either. Fetal pigs and frogs were about as far as I wanted to go.)

[Lloyd]

I'd like to think there is a great computer program to let me virtually dissect now. (I know it's not the same, but would ease my not-liking-to-harm-anything side)

[Arphaxad]

Yes Catie! I love all of the above (dissection included..) :)

[Lloyd]

Very true. Nature is the fa-shizle! :P

(yes, it's late on Friday and I'm sick of working)

[Heidi]

Lloyd I am so HAPPY to see you are giving the Jacky audiobook a try! Loved it! I am on book 7 and can not imagine the series in print. It was meant for audio.

[Cassi aka Snow White]

I need to update my status on Mississippi Jack. I recently met Clementine. hehehehe

[Heidi]

That book was crazy Cassi. When you are done let me know because I want to see if you had the same question I did! p.s. it was a welcome distraction from book 3, which I thought was quite a downer!

[Gwennie]

Lloyd wrote: "Fine. I will give everyones precious Bloody Jack audiobook a try. (I'd still rather just read the book.)"

I read the book, and I think it ruined it for me. I have the audio book and will eventually listen to it and give it another shot. Trust these people, they know what they're talking about. THe book is written with a strong cockney accent and it's a bit hard to read (Or I felt it was). I think it would be much easier to hear.