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[Abigail]

Hello! My name is Nathalie and I currently live in Miami. I love reading and love exploring new cultures, particularly when I have a chance to explore the less well-known and touristy parts of a new country, city, etc. I lived in France for about seven months and plan to move back to Paris in about two years.

I'm very excited to read books from around the globe in this group. :)

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

nathalieweasley wrote: "Hello! My name is Nathalie and I currently live in Miami. I love reading and love exploring new cultures, particularly when I have a chance to explore the less well-known and touristy parts of a ne..."

Hi, Nathalie! Welcome to the group!

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Welcome to the group, Sabine!

[Donna R]

Kia Ora

My name is Donna, I live in Perth (Western Australia). I found GR earlier this year and it has been a revelation - though my TBR list is getting out of hand! I'm a member of the Aussie Readers Group and decided to look for a second group with world interests. Like the challenges, poll choice has already thrown up other ideas for that groaning TBR and hats off to Diane - this is a large group being looked after well. Am looking forward to next months reads!

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Donna wrote: "Kia Ora

My name is Donna, I live in Perth (Western Australia). I found GR earlier this year and it has been a revelation - though my TBR list is getting out of hand! I'm a member of the Aussie ..."

Hi, Donna! Welcome to the group! Thanks for the kind words. My TBR list has certainly grown out of control since joining Goodreads, but I have discovered so many great authors and books. You will really enjoy it here.

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Maria wrote: "Hi everyone! Name's Maria and I live in Indonesia. I love reading books, though I am a very slow reader one :)) I also love learning different cultures, thus I like this group concept about reading..."

Hi, Maria! It is nice to meet you, too. So glad you have joined our group!

[Shounak]

Maria wrote: "Hi everyone! Name's Maria and I live in Indonesia. I love reading books, though I am a very slow reader one :)) I also love learning different cultures, thus I like this group concept about reading..."

Nice to meet you in goodreads!
Welcome to the group!

[Paige]

I am a wife, mom, RN who adores books. Recently started an "Around the World" challenge at our local library. I am loving it so far. I thought this group would be a fun way to keep it up once the library challenge is over.

[Christine]

Hello everyone! I am a musician living out in the Shenandoah Valley. I look forward to reading books that focus on different cultures. I would love to physically travel more but since I cannot always do that, snuggling up with a good book is also a wonderful way to travel.

[Renuka]

Hi all,
I've lived in Asia and Africa but most of my life in the UK, where I still live. Book-wise, I'm stuck in Asia at the moment, but glad to have found this group because I have been so focussed on Sri Lanka, it hadn't actually occurred to me to read about other countries. :)

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Paige wrote: "I am a wife, mom, RN who adores books. Recently started an "Around the World" challenge at our local library. I am loving it so far. I thought this group would be a fun way to keep it up once the l..."

Hi, Paige! Welcome! I am an RN, too.

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

C wrote: "Hello everyone! I am a musician living out in the Shenandoah Valley. I look forward to reading books that focus on different cultures. I would love to physically travel more but since I cannot alwa..."

Welcome, C! Snuggling with a good book is a wonderful way to travel!

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Renuka wrote: "Hi all,
I've lived in Asia and Africa but most of my life in the UK, where I still live. Book-wise, I'm stuck in Asia at the moment, but glad to have found this group because I have been so focusse..."

Welcome to the group, Renuka! You will have to let us know some of your favorite books from Sri Lanka.

[Renuka]

Thanks for the welcome, Diane. I missed it at first because I didn't have notifications on.

My favourite book has to be Running in the Family by Michael Ondaatje because I think every Sri Lankan family has one or two of these characters so we know the story well.

Then, partly because I love wildlife, and have recently been researching the aboriginal race, the Veddas, my head has been stuck in books from about a hundred years ago. Wild Ceylon by Dr R.L. Spittel has vivid descriptions of the jungle and its people and I find him to be an elegant story-teller.

I couldn't connect with Village in the Jungle by Leonard Woolf though. He does have some wonderful description of the jungle too and as much narrative drive as Spittel but I was more attuned to Spittel's style. All very subjective.

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Renuka wrote: "Thanks for the welcome, Diane. I missed it at first because I didn't have notifications on.

My favourite book has to be Running in the Family by Michael Ondaatje because I think every Sri Lankan f..."

Thanks, Renuka! I really enjoyed Running in the Family. I liked it better than Anil's Ghost.

[Renuka]

Diane wrote: "Thanks, Renuka! I really enjoyed Running in the Family. I liked it better than Anil's Ghost."

Me too, but the story of disappeared people in Anil's Ghost was one that needed to be told and by someone of Ondaatje's global status. I did find the military passages hard going though and still don't understand why a sex scene was thrown in. It took me right out of the story. There's a time and a place, I say.

[Lisa]

Hi Im Lisa and Im a doctor in South Africa, specializing in Psychiatry. I love books and love to travel with my husband, who is my better half in every way. I was drawn to this site because I was looking for groups from my own country. I really like the concept of this site.

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Lisa wrote: "Hi Im Lisa and Im a doctor in South Africa, specializing in Psychiatry. I love books and love to travel with my husband, who is my better half in every way. I was drawn to this site because I was l..."

Hi, Lisa! Welcome to the group! I just love how we have members from every corner of the earth! The South African accent is my all-time favorite. I hope to one day be able to go there.

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Aida wrote: "Greetings from the land down under :)
My name is Aida and I currently live in Melbourne, Australia. I'm 27 and an ex-engineer (this is a really long story, but to summarise everything I can say tha..."

Welcome, Aida! I bet that is long story. You have to go where your heart leads you. It took me a long time to figure that one out. Great quote!

[Kimberly]

Hi! I'm Kimberly aka Kim. I am a business manager and part time student - four classes and dissertation away from my PhD. I am a mother of two young adults. And, most importantly, I am an avid reader. Ironically my last name is Read. :) My go-to genres are sci-fi and fantasy, but I will foray into any book that looks interesting. I've already posted my A-Z authors for this year and the places I've visited. Now to start my world trip through books!

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Kimberly wrote: "Hi! I'm Kimberly aka Kim. I am a business manager and part time student - four classes and dissertation away from my PhD. I am a mother of two young adults. And, most importantly, I am an avid read..."

Hi, Kim! Welcome! Congrats on your upcoming PhD. That is such a huge accomplishment.

[Elaine]

Hello all! NimNimitz Highway and River Street is an intersection on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. This is where I impatiently came out of the womb ready to start on her own personal history. And I am still impatient! Grew up in New York and reside in the sunshine state. Love reading and last year my dream of becoming a published author came true.

Still on my journey through the world of books, each one taking to places unknown.

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Elaine wrote: "Hello all! NimNimitz Highway and River Street is an intersection on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. This is where I impatiently came out of the womb ready to start on her own personal history. And I..."

Welcome, Elaine! Congrats on becoming a published author!

[Lisa]

Diane wrote: "Lisa wrote: "Hi Im Lisa and Im a doctor in South Africa, specializing in Psychiatry. I love books and love to travel with my husband, who is my better half in every way. I was drawn to this site b..."
Hi Dianne, it is awesome to discuss books from all over the world. SA has 11 official languages so our accents vary- whose are you referring to? I'm curious what people's perceptions of my country are. Its an amazing place to visit.

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Lisa wrote: "Diane wrote: "Lisa wrote: "Hi Im Lisa and Im a doctor in South Africa, specializing in Psychiatry. I love books and love to travel with my husband, who is my better half in every way. I was drawn ..."

As a foreigner, it is hard for me to distinguish the differences between South African accents. Although I know there are other languages spoken there, I have only ever heard (or understood) English spoken by the South Africans I have met on this side of the world, and their speech patterns have been similar.

[Lisa]

Thanks Diane, you've likely heard our English or Afrikaans accents. I guess it would be like me trying to distinguish various American states by accent.

[Valerie]

Hello ATW!
I've been following this group for about a year just so I could get all the book recommendations. After awhile I realized that I was actually doing ATW because I was reading so many of the books! I just left Zimbabwe with The Hairdresser of Harare and am now in India with Katherine Boo and Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity
So nice "meeting" all of you fellow travelers.

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Kate wrote: "Hi World Travel Lovers,
I love to read books that take place in countries outside of the US - it fills the need to travel when I can't, and gives one insight into a different place and culture.
I'm..."

Hi Kate! Welcome to the group! So glad to have you here with us!

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Valerie wrote: "Hello ATW!
I've been following this group for about a year just so I could get all the book recommendations. After awhile I realized that I was actually doing ATW because I was reading so many of t..."

Welcome, Valerie! So lad to finally "meet" you! I hope to read both of those books one day!

[R.L.]

Hi World Travellers
I'm a writer about to embark on an eight week trip around Europe, so I'm looking forward to the recommendations from this group, as I think its way better if you're travelling to read a book based on where you actually are.

That being said, my taste runs to YA, fantasy and sic-fi; not very earth-bound, unfortunately. So if anyone has any good ideas, pls can you message me or post a note on my blog:
http://writertravellerreader.blogspot...

thanks a lot!

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

R.L. wrote: "Hi World Travellers
I'm a writer about to embark on an eight week trip around Europe, so I'm looking forward to the recommendations from this group, as I think its way better if you're travelling t..."

Welcome, R.L.! I am sooooooo envious of your upcoming trip! I look forward to hearing about your travels.

[Ross]

Hi-

I'm Ross. As someone who loves to get out and see the world, I'm always on the lookout for new books, especially travel stories.

[R.L.]

Diane wrote: "R.L. wrote: "Hi World Travellers
I'm a writer about to embark on an eight week trip around Europe, so I'm looking forward to the recommendations from this group, as I think its way better if you're..."

Thanks Diane! I'm looking forward to checking out the resources in this group!

[Donna R]

R.L. wrote: "Hi World Travellers
I'm a writer about to embark on an eight week trip around Europe, so I'm looking forward to the recommendations from this group, as I think its way better if you're travelling t..."

Bon voyage!

London
Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman

Spain
A Room with a Pew: Sleeping Our Way Through Spain's Ancient Monasteries by Richard Starks

[R.L.]

Thanks a lot. I had Neverwhere on my list - the Spanish one sounds interesting (I only have one day in Spain, alas)

Thanks again

[Mark]

I am not a man of faith but all the same I will write this in the hope that a lost member might stumble across it while they are searching for something else.

My name is Mark Colenutt from Plymouth, Devon, England. I have spent the past twenty years living in Spain, which is naturally where my knowledge resides. So, if anyone wants any travel advice or cultural pointers then I will be more than happy to drop a helpful line or two. From destinations and dining to culture and travel literature I should be able to rustle up something of interest.

I have already taken a peek at the list of books on Spain and recognised some of the classics, seen some novelties and will add some missing essentials.

I am also an author who has written the 'Handbook to the Legacy & Odyssey of Don QuiXote - Everything the armchair academic needs to know about the greatest novel ever written' and 'Jousting with Windmills - A Journey into the Heart of Spain' which follows my tentative steps into Spanish urban life and travelling to discover some of the country's lesser known jewels.

I very much look forward to learning about other such gems from further afield. I have stepped foot on all five continents but still desire to see just a little more of planet Earth before the oil runs out. I am sure this group will provide me with ample inspiration as to where I should go and what I should read before setting out.

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Mark wrote: "I am not a man of faith but all the same I will write this in the hope that a lost member might stumble across it while they are searching for something else.

My name is Mark Colenutt from Plymout..."

Welcome, Mark! Thank for all of your recommendations for books from Spain! I love to see what people who actually live in the countries recommend. You all have a much better vantage point than I do.

[Mark]

Diane wrote: "Mark wrote: "I am not a man of faith but all the same I will write this in the hope that a lost member might stumble across it while they are searching for something else.

My name is Mark Colenutt..."

Hi Diane - wow, that was a quick reply! Glad to join the group and I should be able to add a few more titles for those interested in Spain.

The English language has always had a special fascination for Spain and possesses a long and impressive writing tradition concerning the country. In fact, the book I mentioned by Richard Ford is considered the world's first ever travel guide. Don Quixote is considered the greatest novel ever written (not just because it was the first novel ever written) and was first translated into English. Even the proudest Spaniard has a hard job refuting the fact that no other country has had a more involved interest in Cervantes' work than England, from the very first translation by Thomas Shelton to even 'Monsignor Don Quixote' by Graham Greene, no less.

I should shortly be taking over a group dedicated to works on Spain but I am happy to add as much of that content here as suits the purposes of this travel writing group.

Mark Colenutt

[Pavel]

Hello!
Do you like reading?! It's amazing!
I am a young writer. Russian writer! You thought that I would by all means try to sell my book. I will of course, but not by all means :)
The most important thing for me - interesting and useful to spend time with you. Read and think!
My fan page - https://www.facebook.com/MerzlikinPV
My blog - http://merzlikinpavel.blogspot.ru/

[Mark]

Pavel wrote: "Hello!
Do you like reading?! It's amazing!
I am a young writer. Russian writer! You thought that I would by all means try to sell my book. I will of course, but not by all means :)
The most importa..."
Hi Pavel. Good to make your acquaintance. So, what do your write? I write non-fiction, you can check out my author page under Mark Colenutt, where you will find both my books to date as well as two videos and a link to my website announcing my projects, which includes a history title that should soon be published.

As an aspiring wirter then don't forget to read all you can and keep writing! That's the aadvice I try and follow anyway, young or old.

Hear from you soon.
Regards,
Mark

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Mark wrote: "Diane wrote: "Mark wrote: "I am not a man of faith but all the same I will write this in the hope that a lost member might stumble across it while they are searching for something else.

My name is..."

Thanks, Mark!

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Pavel wrote: "Hello!
Do you like reading?! It's amazing!
I am a young writer. Russian writer! You thought that I would by all means try to sell my book. I will of course, but not by all means :)
The most importa..."

Welcome to the group, Pavel! Good luck with your writing!

[Julian]

Hi everyone!
I'm a newly published author, based in Singapore. My first book is an action/adventure/mystery tour that takes place primarily in China and Peru, spanning 2000 years of history and reincarnation. It's kinda like a Da Vinci Code with Indiana Jones. Would love to get your feedback!

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Julian wrote: "Hi everyone!
I'm a newly published author, based in Singapore. My first book is an action/adventure/mystery tour that takes place primarily in China and Peru, spanning 2000 years of history and rei..."

Welcome to the group, Julian!

[Muamer]

Welcome to the group, Julian, where can I get your book?

[Julian]

Diane wrote: "Julian wrote: "Hi everyone!
I'm a newly published author, based in Singapore. My first book is an action/adventure/mystery tour that takes place primarily in China and Peru, spanning 2000 years of ..."

Thanks so much!

[Julian]

Muamer wrote: "Welcome to the group, Julian, where can I get your book?"

Hello Muamer! Thanks for your message!
You can get it on Amazon at:
http://www.amazon.com/S-A-I-N-T-S-Son...
Would be great to know what you think.

[Peggy]

Hi!

My name is Peggy, and I'm from the Netherlands. I've been on goodreads for a while, but I only recently discovered the groups. Then I thought it would be fun to read books set in different countries, but to do it not by myself but in a group. And I came across you guys!

All that is left for me now is to make one important decision: shall I do the 80 books around the world challenge or the USA Roadtrip challenge?

Did I understand correctly that I can start reading now and should try to finish reading all books by December 31, 2014?

I'm really looking forward to this! :)

[Diane , Armchair Tour Guide]

Peggy wrote: "Hi!

My name is Peggy, and I'm from the Netherlands. I've been on goodreads for a while, but I only recently discovered the groups. Then I thought it would be fun to read books set in different cou..."

Hi,Peggy! Welcome to the group!I answered your question on this thread:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/6...

[Anderson]

Hi
My name is Andy and I live in Huntington West Virginia. I am originally from St. Georges Grenada. I came to America to play basketball at a small college in Kentucky years ago and now here I am.