Some good news from the book world. It appears that Canadians are reading more, despite the downturn in the economy. Books stores are reporting a 7% increase in sales in the first quarter of the year, which is a wonderful thing to see. While I encourage people to visit their library and take out a pile of books, it is nice to see that people are supporting their book stores, both the big Chapters chains and the smaller independent shops. It is news like this that will ensure that writers can continue to make a living off their words and readers can continue to enjoy a wide and diverse range of material.
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As expected, I have come to the end of
Wonder Boys and could not recommend it highly enough. I leave you with one of my favourite quotes from the book that really speaks to the mind of the writer. Is this an all encompassing statement? Probably not. But you’d be surprised when the door is closed and you’re sitting at the keyboard what you will tell yourself.
While I worked I told myself lies. Writers, unlike most people, tell their best
lies when they are alone.
-Michael Chabon, Wonder Boys
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