Hi! I'm Linda, a retired librarian who reads books on all sorts of topics. I love to learn! I have two books: Library Lin's Curated Collection of Superlative Nonfiction and Library Lin's Biographies, Autobiographies, and Memoirs. Each is packed full of excellent titles for you to explore. I'm currently writing a cozy fantasy novel. Follow me as I explore all sorts of bookish topics!
I've read four of the five books you listed and wholeheartedly agree with your choices. I would also add the books of John Kruse who has written several books on various aspects of fairy folklore and most of them are free to read on Kindle Unlimited, in the UK at least. And just as an FYI, Ceri is a Welsh name and it's pronounced 'Kerry' 😊
@@booktalkingwithlibrarylin1924 As someone still trying to finish the first draft of my own first novel, you get nothing but respect and admiration from me!
I’d love to read your novel and congratulations for it! Sounds wonderful. I never knew this to be a genre and it does sound like fun. More stories about middle aged women should be written…
It's definitely not a literary novel. The genre is generally dark, humorous, and snarky. I went a bit lighter and less snarky. I do hope you like it! And I appreciate the support!
@@booktalkingwithlibrarylin1924 no matter! What matters is you followed your heart when you felt you had to write it and you did it! Very inspirational. I tried doing the same (but for short stories) and can’t help but feel my writing is flat. Boring. It’s making me rethink about “why” I feel that I should be writing creatively. While I think it over, I pick up another book to read…..🤣
I'm definitely going to be first to order on the 10th...can't wait...love the setting of the book and the vibes..😊 YAHOO and congrats to your first novel, you must be so proud and excited at the same time
Finished this book except for the Appendix B. It seriously helped me a lot and what I learned from it for few months quickly dominated the years I spent in academia . I think what I got from it can be carried through my entire life. However I became demotivated after realizing that I'm still on the basic level of understanding this book and some rules on the earlier chapters I either completely neglected or applied wrongly. I will reread it and not give up on understanding it. Currently watching this playlists and liking it so far, it would help me bring back my motivation
Thank you so much for watching! It's a very tough book, in my opinion! I'd say I'm only at level two, currently. It's always great to learn new things, but I wouldn't stress over it. Buried somewhere in there, they do say that following there advice perfectly is not possible (even for them). You can only do your best. I think it's awesome that you are working on it and continuing to get better with practice! Best of luck to you!
Welcome back! The best book I’ve read in the last two months is a new release, “The Coast Road” by debut novelist Alan Murrin. Set in 1994, it’s about the lives of women in a small town in Ireland before the legalization of divorce.
Yay! I'm very glad you're back! My 17 year old daughter and I have been using your "How to Read a Book" videos as we (slowly) work thru that book! I'm so glad there will be some new content on that eventually. No rush! 😂 I will also be delighted with any nature topics as you mentioned. Cheers!
Glad to see you back! Congrats on working on your novel & reading many books as possible. Thank you for continuing 'how to read a book ' series. The new direction of the channel sounds fun. Looking forward to joining the fun. I read Diana Waynn Jones - How's Moving Castle. 212 pages, children fiction.
Yes! I’ll join you going forward as you asked. Welcome back! It’s so good to have some time off to reassess. I think I’ve been doing the same. Trying to figure out “what’s next”. Congratulations on completing your book. What an achievement. I seem to have stalled. I did a writers course recently but I’m finding spending hours in front of a computer to write a story was not interesting for me. I think RU-vidrs put pressure on creators to do videos in certain ways. It’s your channel, you can do anything you want with it. For me, I decided not to use social media, AI, create shorts but just build it up slowly. I’m seeing it as a Hobby Business. In all honesty, I just like to read. The more I could have time to read that’s all I want. Looking forward to the themes you’ll share. Interested in the writing process, women’s fiction and yes, ageing in today’s society. That’s a big one for me too. Welcome back!
Thanks, Helen! I very much admire your videos! I had not realized what I was missing out on with women's fiction. I mistakenly thought it was more like "literary romance." Live and learn!
I loved your take on Writing Down the Bones! I have read dozens of books on writing over the years - including the big ones: Stephen King's On Writing, Bradbury's Zen and the Art of Writing, Anne Lamott's Bird by Bird, Julia Cameron's morning pages strategy, etc. None of them hold a candle to the freedom and inspiration that Writing Down the Bones provides. I've read it dozens of times, her audiobook is excellent, and she followed it with other excellent writing books that I also still draw from: Old Friend From Far Away, Wild Mind, and The True Secret to Writing (plus others). None are better than Bones, but her generous spirit and ruthless pragmatism flow through all of them. I would love to see what you think of those! Thanks for posting about this book - time to pull it off my shelf :)
I will be doing more videos on writing books in the future. I've read some of those other books too and while I got something from each of them, I agree they aren't better (or sometimes as good) as Goldberg's. Thanks so much for watching and responding!
Hi Lin, thank you very much for take the time to explain us why you're taking a time off, I really appreciate that and I wish you the best in your book writing proyect.
Good luck to you! Your booktube journey ends, my journey had just begun. I sincerely wish you all the best and success in your pursuit of happiness! God protect you!
Dear Mam I hope you are well. I researched to your RU-vid channel. Your channel Video is very good but there are many Gaps in the videos. 1. Video SEO is n't done. 2. Videos don't have Rank Tag. 3. Video Views & Subscribes is very low. If you do the above tasks correctly and upload your videos, then your channel will grow much more than the current time. You can inbox for any need
Dear Mam I hope you are well. I researched to your RU-vid channel. Your channel Video is very good but there are many Gaps in the videos. 1. Video SEO is n't done. 2. Videos don't have Rank Tag. 3. Video Views & Subscribes is very low. If you do the above tasks correctly and upload your videos, then your channel will grow much more than the current time. You can inbox for any need
I just found you today. Sorry to see you go. I would've loved to get into the How to Read a Book series. I actually forgot I have that book. ( ps. on another note, your skin is beautiful - what do you use, if I may ask?)
Thanks, Shelley, what a nice thing to say! I don't use any particular line. Many of the things I use are DIY products. I get recipes for those on Pinterest. If you'd like to watch the How to Read a Book videos I've already made, the playlist is below. 😃
I’ll miss you but I’m glad that you’re doing what you feel is best for you at this time. It’s been wonderful to watch someone who enjoys reference books and non-fiction as much as I do. You’ve introduced me to some excellent books that I otherwise might have missed such as “Fox and I.” Happy reading, Linda! Until we meet again.
Thanks, MJ! Your comments and support have meant a lot to me. It is unusual to find people who love those types of books, especially reference! It seems we reference book lovers are a dwindling breed! Happy Reading (and nature-watching) to you, too!
Lin, I can't help but feel like we've grown up together here on BookTube. I'm so sorry to see you go but can completely identify with several of your reasons. It's so true that even one video a week can take up a lot of time and even more headspace. I'm excited for you and your journey as a fiction writer, and I hope you'll drop in and let us know when the book is published! I plan to read it and buy it for some people I think will enjoy it. And thank you so much for the kind words about my channel! Very best wishes to you! ❤
Thanks, Priscilla! What a wonderful way to put it..."we grew up together." We did start our channels around the same time. I know your channel will continue to grow. And who knows? Maybe I'll have time to read a book you recommend (besides Lonesome Dove, of course. I'm already committed to that one!) Thanks for your support. I'll continue watching your videos regularly. 😃
Oh it's a pity to watch this video Lin but you know, I cannot fault your thinking here at all. I wish you all the best with your writing endeavours and yes, I agree that making videos is a time suck and better spent doing what you want to do that supports your new interests. I love how you have now got a path ahead to do what you want and devoting more time to. It's a pragmatic and logical approach........but.....we will MISS YOU!!!! Watching this, you also reflected EXACTLY the same questions I had been having about my own channel and WHY I was doing what I was doing with my own channel. I want to explore more writing but I've had a realisation in the last couple of months (which I feel guilty about) and that is, I like making videos more so than fiction writing. If push comes to shove, I'll take out my camera first rather than opening up a page on the screen to type out a short story. This was an eye-opener when I thought about this because at the same time, I also feel compelled to write. This then made me think about my intention of my own channel. WHY exactly am I sharing Life Lessons from Books? I've come to the conclusion that I simply like the community of how books offer life lessons for us and the discussion that comes from them. I also love to read and read heaps of books. However, I haven't come to terms about writing. I feel guilty that I'm not devoting more time to that too. I've given myself more time to ponder it and see what I naturally fall into - and prefer giving up my time to. Thank you for all your videos. I loved them all and wish you all the best with your fiction writing. Thank you also for your kind recommendation. All the best and good luck with reading that HUGE book!!
Thanks, Helen! Your videos are very creative. Perhaps that is your preferred way of communicating? But whatever you decide, I think you'll do a great job. I'll look forward to watching your videos for as long as you are making them! The huge book is actually really interesting. He spends several pages describing travel through Manchuria in a mule litter. It's quite entertaining!
I love to see the rest of 'how to read a book '. I think this series going to help people like me now and in the future. Keeping a RU-vid channel is tough but, I also as someone who trying to finish my own novels and reading many books as possible, I believe you made the right choice at the moment. If you feel like to upload here, we will be waiting. Good luck with your reading and writing!
Thank you! I'm happy you enjoyed the How to Read a Book series. If I come back, I'll be sure to add videos for that. I appreciate your watching my channel! And Good Luck to you with your writing!
Lin, you just did something no BookTuber has ever done before. You made me well up, and cry! 😢 I have so many mingled emotions and thoughts right now. First, I’m sad that you’re leaving. But I feel in my heart that we haven’t seen the last of you. And certainly we will hear from you on the page. Second, I’m happy for you that you made the tough decision to prioritize your writing and reading. Would that the algorithms allowed you to be successful with one video and a book or two per month . . .but alas , frequent content and photos of monolithic stacks of books are the impossible trend. It does get unrealistic. At the same time, your vlogs have been intelligent, interesting, informative, and with a welcome touch of sarcasm and humor. 😊 Lastly, I am glad to have met you and shared this space with you and totally agree- I feel like we are distant but fast friends from different childhoods (if that even makes sense!🤣) I appreciate your mentioning my little channel and I’m glad you’ve enjoyed it. If we had grown up together we definitely would have shared the books we read and would have done crafts together. ❤ I can’t wait to read your debut novel and I see you as an inspiration. Take care of yourself and stay in touch! Hugs! ❤
I very much appreciate you, Celeste! You've been an incredible inspiration for me. Just watching your channel makes my blood pressure go down. And I've gotten so many presents for people based on your recommendations. I'll continue watching your channel and commenting so we can stay in touch! Keep doing what you do, you make a lot of people happy! I feel honored that you enjoyed my videos. ☺
I loved the “How To Read A Book” series. It was so helpful. I also enjoyed watching your videos. Your personality and authenticity made your videos a joy to watch. Thank you for pouring into my life. God bless your next steps!
How exciting, Linda! Good for you for developing not only this channel and the new book, but also the website! Have you taken any courses or read any guides on writing fiction, or are you writing instinctively from years of reading, and “writing by ear”?
I'm doing both! And it's funny, I'll have to say one of the things I've enjoyed most is the class I took last fall from The Writing Center in Bethesda, MD, and some of the craft books I've read. And I've discovered I enjoy revising and polishing more than the initial writing.
I’m sorry that your childhood experiences didn’t set you up for a love of birds but I understand how frightening they must have been. Thankfully, it didn’t put you off researching about them!
How are you doing mrs Linda . Happy mother day to you all mothers around world . We celebrate mother day in Arabic countries as well as England on March and in USA and Canada on May . It’s different date around world France on June . Honestly as I told we learned English little bit late at middle school. But we have such wonderful memories from our childhood. We watched cartoons . Richy rich , tom jerry , Disney cartoons . I still remember song scooby do do how are . Boys and girls with their dog . There are Sesame Street show which helps to memorize English letters and numbers. I born in 1970s and turned to 49 years old . In my 20s I watched satellites and using pager. I just found out twinkle twinkle little star is very ancient from 19 th century and it’s lullaby lyric written by Jane Taylor. Scooby do do song show before I was born in 1969 . Poetry can help children into their creativity by encouraging them to think about new and unexpected relationships between words . Most notable children poets such as shel sliverstein author of such works as where side walk , ends and light in attic’s, also he wrote giving tree . Theodor Geisel, tony mitton was English writer ( 1935- 2022) . Best wishes for you your loved ones.
Hello Khatoon! It sounds like you had a lot of fun learning English through watching children's programming! Thank you for sharing with me. I hope you and your family and friends have a wonderful Mother's Day!
Ooh, what a wonderful vlog, Linda! I also love Walter de la Mare. I guess what you wrote in your book is de la Mare-genalia .😅 (See what I did there?) what a gorgeous copy of the Milne! And honestly I was just about to ask you if you had ever heard of Piping Down The Valleys Wild! Great video. There is joyful accessible adult poetry available but it’s harder to come by. Mary Oliver, of course. Ted Kooser.
I love Writing Down the Bones! I first read that book back in the Nineties, when my best friend loaned me her copy because she was trying to convince me to write fiction. I picked it up again seven or eight years ago, and I love to go back to it when I feel stuck. And I've followed her advice to write every day (or mostly every day) for many years. I'm happy it's working for you! (Chocolate is the meaning of life.) I love the step where you go back and read what you've written--so many surprises! Something you thought was great might just feel lumpish, but an entry on a day you might not have been feeling it might just sing and astound you.
Sorry imean channel wrestling with words owner is mr Aaron and creative writing corner channel is mr Luke Morris. Mr Aaron is full time author and editor. Mr Luke have master degree in creative writing. I
Writing down bones Natalie takes us on journey through art of writing. She begins by emphasizing importance of writing as practice, comparing it to discipline of zen meditation. She encourages us to write freely, without inhibition, to trust our own voice. I read too mr Natalie have on line writing workshop. She said dear writers I’ve taught writing practice over forty years to thousands of students, like feeling presence of bodies , bending over notebooks, sitting on mediation. Natalie Goldberg ( born in 1948) she is American author and speaker.she is best known for series of books , which explore writing as zen practice. I hope you like my synopsis. Best wishes for you your dearest ones .
How are you doing mrs Linda . Thank you for your wonderful cultural channel. I found out last few months beside book tubes channels. There are also educational channels British teachers such as is wear English, or American English guy by mr Brent . There are also channels about creative writing giving new writers instructions and tips for their debut novels . There are creative writing corner channel by mr Luke Morris he have master degree in creative writing and mr Luke Is full time author and editor his channel named wrestling with words . I wonder why people consider anyone who can’t finish his education because of circumstances as me and others less qualities than persons who get their degree from universities. I found RU-vid RU-vid channels as open universities for every one, google is library. Till nowadays parents send their children aboard as USA or Europe to study . We have great educational tools as RU-vid and all we need just notebooks and pen and mind to think properly. I looked up for author you mentioned and book theme briefly here it’s writing down bones means striving for essential, awaking speech of mind . Writing down bones by Natalie berg is guidebook for a spring writer . It’s offers practical advice , personal anecdotes, writing unleash creativity overcome fear of putting pen to paper.
"I've lived in the south all my life and I can tell you that some people do seem to be lacking in intelligence" - best quote of the month! LOL Thanks for the chuckle. Here is my reply: "I've lived in the north all my life and I can tell you that the south does not hold a monopoly on unintelligent people,"
