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Today I'll be giving away three books that I never expected to like, but that stuck with me and were all very Poignant and powerful. [sic] by Scott Kelly, One Pink Line by Dina Silver, and But I Love Him by Amanda Grace aka Mandy Hubbard.
Fiction & Me:
I read a lot of good books. Most of them can be classified as young adult books with supernatural elements. But every once in a while I step so far out of my comfort zone that I wonder what in the world possessed me to pick a book such an off colored book for me. It's when I get that feeling that I know a part of me is about to embark on a wild journey that will take me God only knows where and back.
That being said, the literature that has changed my life are the three books above. Sure I've got favorites that are classics or Contemporary Romance books, but these three here stood for something. They aren't necessarily about romantic love, but rather love for a child, love for oneself, and respecting yourself enough to get out of a bad situation.
That being said, the literature that has changed my life are the three books above. Sure I've got favorites that are classics or Contemporary Romance books, but these three here stood for something. They aren't necessarily about romantic love, but rather love for a child, love for oneself, and respecting yourself enough to get out of a bad situation.
Dina Silver has an amazing way with words. She paints this story that you can't help but love. It's realistic and warm and full of rich content that really leaves you feeling good and wanting to call you Mom to tell her you love her for everything she does for you.
Scott Kelly blew my mind with the intricate story he told. The characters were gritty, real and far from perfect. They weren't always nice and they didn't have the picture perfect lives and I think that's why I loved his book so much. It was about a flawed young man, who didn't belong anywhere until he made himself belong.
And Amanda Grace, her book made my yell, cry, laugh, and grit my teeth. Before her book I had never read about abuse before and seeing how people are treated, seeing how it starts, it made me want to reach out and help people wherever I could. It opened my eyes to a world I don't think I ever wanted to know existed. It was a powerful and heartbreaking story. Truly good writing.
I guess to me life changing literature, is literature that makes you think and then act. It's something that compels you into motion. What that motion is...well I'm not sure that matters really, unless is a negative thing you're doing, but hopefully it's not!
I wouldn't go as far as to say it changed my life but yes it affected me in some way. And that's why 'The Truth about Forever' is one of my favorite books.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like an interesting book. I'll have to check it out! Thanks so much for stopping by. :)
DeleteI like what so many books can make me feel, literature and normal books, because all the emotions and awe I feel about the characters is heartwarming. Thanks for the giveaway! the Kite Runner changed my view of the world.
ReplyDeleteSame here. I enjoy the emotions that well written books evoke in me. It's a thrill. You're welcome! I heard from a lot of people that the Kite Runner is really good. I'll have to check it out. :)
DeleteI have to say that Harry Potter changed my life, especially since I grew up with it. As for more adult fiction I would say Goodnight,Beautiful and My Best Friend's Girl, both by Dorothy Koomson. They are absolutely amazing!
ReplyDeleteJoana @ Joana In The Sky With Books
OMG so many people have said that! I seriously need to check the books. I'm typically the type of person that will always read a book before seeing the movie, but surprisingly I've seen all the HP movies and read none of the books.
DeleteOh, My Best Friend's Girl sounds good! Thanks for stopping by Joana. :)
Thanks for hosting this giveaway! I'm your friendly ABEA cheerleader for tonight. I like literary fiction and I wrote a whole post on the book that changed my life! see the books I awarded the Thanks for Changing My Life Awards on my ABEA post today. I look forward to chatting with you more throughout the week. Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteThank you for stopping by! Yay for chearleaders! Oh checking out your post now!
DeleteThanks so much for taking the time to stop by Tanya. :)
Pride and Prejudice, the Harry Potter series all those had an impact on me.
ReplyDeletePride and Prejudice is one of my favorite books! :D
DeleteI would say, and it seems like a popular answer, but Harry Potter. I was about 7 or 8 when it first published and they truly opened me up to reading, just in general.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a popular answer! I really need to read these books! Thanks so much for stopping by! :)
DeleteI, too, would say Harry Potter. I read the books long before the movies came out and was a big enough Potterhead that I joined a Harry Potter website where I met my boyfriend who I have been dating now for almost 4 years. I would say that book series definitely changed my life for the better.
ReplyDeleteHey Danielle! That's a super popular answer! Haha that's so cool! Wow what an interesting story! I would definitely say it changed your life! Thanks so much for stopping by! :)
DeleteThe Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
ReplyDeleteI decided to change fields and get another degree after reading this book
Thanks for the giveaway!
I have been underwhelmed by my book choices this year. I am looking for book recommendations in my giveaway. Please stop by:
http://madhoydenish.blogspot.com/2013/05/armchair-bea-little-help-from-my.html
Tallulah A. @ MAD Hoydenish
Wow, that's awesome! Good for you for sticking with what you wanted and changing careers even though it an be scary! Thanks for stopping by! :)
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