Recently, I received a clipping that really caught my eye. It not only made perfect sense, but was aligned with my own feelings. Now, I know it talks about Christmas gifts. But the idea works for all gift-giving occasions, and Valentine’s Day is close by. In fact, it works when there is no occasion – just a time to give something nice to a friend. But, enough of an introduction. Here it is. I’ll let you read it and judge it yourself. If you have trouble reading this, I’ll retype it below.
This came to me through various routes, so I cannot give credit to the author. But I’m sure the author will be happy to see it passed to others. And writers should most certainly take it to heart. I’d be happy to hear your thoughts on this so leave a comment by clicking on the bubble at the top. And thanks for visiting the author’s blog.
Here it is in perhaps more readable type.
Books remain the ultimate gift: easy to wrap, available in such a multifarious array that there’s truly something for everyone and, best of all, a desperately needed break from screens in the age of TikTok and Zoom. A book does not beep at you, spy on you, sell you out to marketers, interrupt with breaking news, suck you into a doomscrolling vortex, cease to function in a nor’easter, flood your eyes with melatonin-suppressing blue light or otherwise interrupt your already troubled sleep. That’s why my best beloveds are all getting books for Christmas. Who wouldn’t want such benefits for the people they love best in all the world?
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jim
“From the first sentence, it captures your attention and carries you on an intriguing mystery-solving adventure.” Review by S.S.
“If you like a mystery with an engaging case of characters, a gripping plot and plenty of twists to keep you guessing, you’ll want to add this one to your reading list.” Goodreads review by JRL
It is available on Amazon, Baker and Taylor, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo and other fine booksellers. In digital and paperback editions. Here are some links:
Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ixercQ
Barnes & Noble https://bit.ly/35HNDBy
Apple Books https://books.apple.com/us/book/id1547362776