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Would it be wrong to say yes to that question?

He does include a lot of interesting 'nuggets', almost like asides to the main plots, into his books, and the locations he has passed through in his books have made me think, "If I ever go to.....I would check that out". Holiday reads might be a way to describe them. If you do ever read the Philip Pullman books I very much look forward to reading your thoughts on them.

I had clicked the poll button, but not the submit! This is an interesting subject to discuss. It makes you consider who you are as a person. I use to be apologetic for needing alone time and quiet time etc. but as I get older the more I recognise my own deeply felt needs and the less I care about what others think of them!

29), 30) & 31) HDM ; Northern Lights, The Subtle Knife, & The Amber Spyglass by Philip Pullman An absolute favourite series of mine. A beautifully realised universe filled with characters of depth. It leaves us with a message we can all take to heart. Wonderful! 32) Origin by Dan Brown It is said often that Dan Brown doesn't write great literature, but that doesn't render his books unreadable. I enjoy the many romps he takes us through via the adventures of his character Robert Langdon. Improbable, unlikely and just plain hoopla at times? Yes, yes, and yes! but despite the occasional mental eye roll I always enjoy reading them, and I can honestly say that I do learn from them. I have done further reading and referencing each time I have read a Dan Brown, so he's getting something right. 33) Shadowsight , & 34) Ghostlight by EJ Stevens I love a good urban fantasy series, with the contemporary urban environs mixed in with supernatural folklore. Throw in a heroine fighting against the forces of evil with determination, humour and a merry band of misfits and I am your girl. Escapism at its finest! Keep 'em coming Ms Stevens!

Sorry muggle, I had missed your post. Life has been busy of late, and I have only been darting in and out of the forum. I can thoroughly recommend the series, and consider them a favourite. They are enchanting, original and compelling. I have returned to them a few times and am never disappointed. I would start with the trilogy ; 1) Northern Lights (possibly called The Golden Compass in the US), 2) The Subtle Knife and 3) The Amber Spyglass.

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Are all of NZ's owls so pretty?

Nowhere To Run ~ Martha & The Vandellas

Where The Wind Blows by Raymond Briggs

I've had to 'tick' Other on the list! Although I wouldn't call myself an introvert, I don't I am particularly extrovert either, and the term ambivert seemed to suggest that you would swing between the two. I can be social enough when I have to be (not centre of attention though), but I MUST have regular alone time. I live a quiet life, and love it!

The Women Of Baker Street by Michelle Birkby

Oh hell yeah! If you are ever travelling up to Scotland, I recommend that you drop in to the Lockerbie Lorry Park 24 hour cafe, and try their Ham, Egg & Chips. Anything from their menu is good (if you enjoy a good steak they do super tasty ones), but their H,E & C are always my first choice. Dammit, I've made myself hungry now....................

Funny ol' day today. There are dark clouds out there, but the sun is currently shining bright. The atmosphere feels heavy though, a little airless too.

My reading ranges from a few snatched minutes while waiting for someone / something, through to a couple of hours while alone and quiet and engrossed.

For the past decade (plus) I have had short hair. Why did I decide to grow it long this year? It's like wearing a hairy blanket on my head today! it is HOT!

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Was I wrong to think that the seeking of the answer was more important than answer itself?

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I use Amazon wishlist, plus scraps of paper that will occasionally gather together in one place and remind me that I thought they were interesting enough to note down!

If I am carrying loads of stuff in one big bag, I use an A4 (ish) sized zip up bag I bought from the stationery/school section of a local supermarket to hold any books I might have with me. It works a treat! It is quite robust, and I can slip any loose paperwork in there too. My kindle has a firm cover, so that is safe enough, but I hate squishing a paper book!

Lord of the Flies by William Golding

Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea by Jules Verne

I've been in a Radiohead frame of mind recently, especially their albumThe Bends.

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