Reading is Fashionable: March 2011

«Flaveurs» by Philippe Rochat

April 1, 2011 by Martine Alison of Ma Dollhouse Joue un Grand Air de Peinture

(English translation by Google Translate)

En 2004, le Gourmand World Cookbook Award a décerné le premier prix du meilleur livre de chef à «Flaveurs» le livre de Philippe Rochat paru aux éditions Favre à Lausanne.

In 2004, the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards has awarded the first prize for best book on leadership "Flavours" Philippe Rochat's book published by Editions Favre, Lausanne.

Parmi l'ensemble de toute ma collection de recueils de cuisine, je n'ai pas eu de choix à faire.

Of all of my collection of cooking books, I have not had any choice.

C'était une évidence absolue que de présenter celui de Philippe Rochat.

It was an absolute obviousness to present one of Philippe Rochat.

Retreat to a Reading Nook

March 31, 2011 by Beryn Hammil of Beryn Hammil Designs

Create a space where you can curl up with a good book

Imagine actually finding the time at some point in your busy day to sit down with a good book you've been wanting to read. The house is quiet, the chores are done, there is nothing pressing that can't wait until tomorrow, so you pour a cup of tea or glass of wine and look forward to putting your feet up and relaxing.

Sounds nice, doesn't it?

Where do you curl up to read? How about the couch? Light's not good enough there. A comfortable chair? But where do you put your tea? There's always the bed, but the light isn't good enough there, either, and it's inevitable you'll fall asleep after reading only a few pages.

What's missing from your quiet picture is a place to read! Imagine actually having a place to fulfill this reading fantasy . . . a corner with a comfortable place to sit, a little table and a good reading light.

Another challenge after you've finished reading is where to put all the books you've read and want to keep.

FULLY PREPARED Setting up a phone and beverage choice near the book nook - as in this Marin County window seat reading corner - prevents you from having to leave your sanctuary.

Books to Movies... Red Riding Hood

March 30, 2011 by Fifi Flowers

The book by Sarah Blakley-Cartwright...

Synopsis via here

The body of a young girl is discovered in a field of wheat. Her flesh mutilated by telltale claw marks. The Wolf has broken the peace.
When Valerie learns that her sister has been killed by the legendary creature, she finds herself at the center of a dark mystery, one that has plagued her village for generations. It is revealed that the werewolf lives among them, and everyone in the village immediately becomes a suspect. Could her secret love Peter be behind the attacks on her town? Is it her betrothed, Henry? Or someone even closer to her?
As the men in the village hunt for the beast, Valerie turns to her grandmother for help. She gives Valerie a handmade red riding cloak, and guides her through the web of lies and deception that has held her town together for so long. Will Valerie discover the werewolf's identity before the town is ripped apart?
This is a dangerous new vision of a classic fairy tale, the happy ending could be hard to find.

Provence A to Z and Giveaway Winner Revealed...

March 29, 2011 by Fifi Flowers

J'adore Peter Mayle books... Here is one I thought appropriate since we have been visiting Vicki Archer in Provence... YOU can learn MORE about the region via Provence A-Z...

More than 200 entries ranging in length from four lines to two to three pages appear on its pages, in alphabetical order, in which he discusses topics relevant to Provencal life. Although Mayle insists "It's impossible business, trying to squeeze Provence into a single volume," he's done his best. The result is a delightful education for armchair travelers--or actual ones who are heading there for a visit or have previously done so. (via HERE)

Look Who's Reading?

March 28, 2011 by Fifi Flowers

It's Russell Brand...

image via HERE

Ooooh anddd Russell reading from his book...

Author Interview with Jennie Shortridge

March 27, 2011 by Fifi Flowers

Seattle author Jennie Shortridge has published four bestselling novels set in the American West: When She Flew, Love and Biology at the Center of the Universe, Eating Heaven, and Riding with the Queen. When not writing, teaching writers workshops, or volunteering with kids at 826 Seattle, Jennie stays busy as a founding member of Seattle7Writers.org, a collective of Northwest authors devoted both to raising funds for community literacy projects and to raising awareness of Northwest literature. In her previous lives she has been a magazine freelancer, a traditional businesswoman, a plumber, a cook, and a working musician. No, she cannot fix your toilet, but she is hard at work on her fifth novel...

Reading Made Easy as ABC

March 26, 2011 by Beryn Hammil of Design Tech Tonics

With restrictions on how many pounds can be carried onto airplanes, bringing books to read on your trip has become a bit of a challenge.

And while recycling magazines and newspapers is important, is it really necessary to consume so much paper?

Also, we all know that our eyes aren’t what they used to be and reading 12 point type, especially when we’re tired, isn’t fun.

Electronic reading devices, also known as “e-Readers,” is the newest and most efficient way to carry and read just about anything that’s published.

The Nook and Kindle, side by side

Made from Books

March 25, 2011 by Fifi Flowers

This gives NEW meaning to READING in BED, non?

Bedding designed by Tiago da Fonseca

While these sheets are NOT actually made from a "book"... they are made to resemble a book... using words from a book.

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Do YOU have any items made from books to show us? Please email photos and description... Contact link in the sidebar. Looking forward to hear from YOU!

Where Do You Read?

March 24, 2011 by Jennifer Durbin of Old Bag New Tricks

This is the coziest, loveliest room. I upholstered both the sofa and chair, I dyed the fabric for the drapes and I painted the pretty pretty black cabinet. It's a real nice place to be -- nice for reading or napping. Recently I brought in a tea/art table for my grandson. We have a real nice time in here.

Jenny

Where do YOU read? Would LOVE to have YOU show EVERYONE... please email photos and a little description... Contact link is in the sidebar... Cannot wait to hear for YOU!!!

Inspired by a Book

March 23, 2011 by Julia of Hooked on Houses (originally posted on her blog January 20, 2011)

The Story of How “House Lust” Got Me Here

Three Januarys ago, I picked up a new book at the library called House Lust: America’s Obsession with Our Homes, and it changed. My. Life. For real. Because it talked about how some people just can’t get enough of houses–looking at them, talking about them, thinking about them. And I realized that there are other people out there like me!

The same day I finished reading the book–January 20, 2008–I practically ran to my computer and started this blog, determined to find those like-minded souls who love houses as much as I do. Because, frankly, I think my family and friends were tired of getting my constant e-mails on the topic (You’ve got to see this house! It’s CRAZY!).

I mentioned House Lust that first week and was astounded to get an e-mail from the author himself, Daniel McGinn. I had no idea that you could just mention someone you admired on the Internet and get a personal response! He not only let me interview him for another post, but he sent me two autographed copies of his book–one to give away, and one to keep.

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What's on Your Shelf?

March 12, 2011 by Fifi Flowers

A modern steel bookcase in Karl Lagerfeld's residence...

Day in Provence Giveaway

March 20, 2011 by Fifi Flowers

NEW GIVEAWAY inspired by a Carla Coulson photograph in Vicki Archer's French Essence book (see Vicki's interview from last week here)...

a PAINTING by Fifi Flowers for YOU...

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