Oh, how I loved this book! I was fairly certain I had the major things figured out by page 40 (print edition), like the exact identity of the druid visitor. I wouldn't expect many other people to figure it out because I have a set of specific interests that dovetail in this book. And it made me so happy. It's also an excellent and well written story

A necessary and important read. Listen. I listened to this one and the author is the most wonderful narrator. After the murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, the company I work for (Penguin Random House) declared it was going to do better. One thing it did was to institute a companywide read and discussion of this book. It's important, so important, to know what unconscious racist beliefs we hold. And to work on fixing them.

Another hit by Tana French. Another standalone as well, this one involves an ex-Chicago cop in the Irish countryside and a missing boy. The resolution has a special place in my heart for reasons. I can't say why--I'm not spoiling it!

This is a strange little book. The inner thoughts of one day in the narrator's life. The formatting shows how thoughts run together, in and out of one another, and is quite innovative. Subject matter could be triggering for some

I read a manuscript so no pic on this

I grew up in New Jersey. I saw ads for Action Park all the time. I wanted to go so badly. My parents never took us. I am so glad now. Details of the insanity will make you laugh and make you glad it's not the 1970s anymore.

Reading a book about an epidemic during a pandemic--that's how I roll. And I will devour anything by Tremblay. The disease in question here is a rabies variant and it's scary, but I love this. And yes, there are times you want to smack everybody involved but also times you understand why. Gore involved to some degree but telegraphed.

Vacation day 1: I get a message from my friend from work (must be read in Thor's voice) that Penguin Random House offices are closed till sometime in 2021. Don't worry, we are all working from home to keep making books, as we have been since March 13! I feel safer this way, especially since I am married to someone who has very bad lung issues.

In the Robin Hood genre but more about Little John. With faeries. How could I not??? Was the author in my brain? And the more I read, the more I felt she was. About 30 years ago I started a RH-related novel and it would have ended up quite similar to this one. (Sorry for the cover pic but sometimes the covers come out as more than one page one the work reader app.)

First, hey all. I have been suffering major loss of focus with the pandemic and have not been around at all. I am still working (at home) and doing puzzles on my phone. But maybe this book got me out of the reading slump. It's somewhat like WWZ in that it's presented as true--kind of like the found footage book version. With Bigfoot. And I loved it. Worth the read for sure, if you like that sort of stuff.

A creepy book that will stay with me for a very long time. The reader suspects what is going on but oh it can't possibly be true.

This is important. Those words will always carry a chill.

Kate Beaton is a treasure. Her comics range from history to literature to (of course) Batman. The footnotes are not to be missed. I don't remember when I first started reading her, but she's one of my go-to faves.

I love the podcast and I enjoy the books. Fun little snippets about creepy people. Also if you ever get a chance to see the Lore podcast live, go! It's so much more fun than even the podcast.

A ghost story plus an urban legend plus a horror story. There's nothing not to love in this one. And so many little easter eggs tossed in for those of us who are fans of horror movies and books. Look, even Eleanor loves it!

The first in a new series set in Ireland by an author with one of the most wonderful names ever. Cormac Reilly wonders if there might be more to young Jack's suicide. His long absent sister Maude is sure there is. But just how might this tie to Reilly's first case years ago?

I loved this book and am quite ready to start the next in the series.

This was a wonderful sequel to The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane. I loved it all. I love the author. She is a witch nerd and a feel a kinship with her because of that. I wish I knew I could have studied that in school, dammit! The historical research is spot on and I love it so much for that. It makes me want to shake sloppy authors and yell "This is how it's done!"

Another one I loved. I am a huge proponent of using DNA to catch criminals and also to identify victims (check out the Bear Brook case). The idea of crowdsourcing investigations is fascinating and one that seems to be working. Of course, there have to be rules, and Billy explains those in detail here and on the podcast he does with Paul Holes. Best quote regarding this book, from Billy: it is the true crime book with the most Star Wars references

As a long-time Murderino, I very much enjoyed this book. It won't be for everyone. I have made some great friends through the community and the podcast has helped a lot of women learn how to stand up for themselves. And learn that we aren't alone in our weirdness. Also pictured: obligatory cat.

A very late finish in the #HGPBC. I have seen the movie but was iffy about reading the book. I'm glad I read it though. I put it more in the parody or dark comedy genre than horror. I'm old enough to remember the '80s and the intense name dropping of labels and restaurants makes the ridiculousness of the gore and Bateman's one-upmanship of himself in regards to his killing spot on companions. Recommended with caveats: extreme violence and gore

I have yet to sit down and read either of these books cover to cover for pleasure but they are my two favorite summer work books. Bunny comes out tomorrow (6/11) and American Predator comes out 7/2, just in time for all your holiday serial killer reading needs. Both from Viking. #creepyfiction #serialkillers #summer_reading

Or Meddling Kitten! I truly loved this book with it's mash-up of Scooby Doo and Lovecraft/the Cthulhu mythos. There were literal laugh out loud moments and some good creeps as well as good storytelling. Sorry to my group I am so terribly late with this. #HGPBC #teamCthulhu @TheReadingMermaid @InBooksILive @jillannjohn

This was, of course, excellent. And it is so much more satisfying reading it knowing the bastard has been caught. This is easily the best true crime book on the market. So well written and only facts.

If anyone notices a trend in my posts tonight it‘s because I managed to get tickets to see Paul Holes on Friday. I‘m over in the corner trying not to die from excitement.

I can't tag this book because it isn't in the database. It's Evil Has a Name by Paul Holes and Jim Clemente. The story of catching the Golden State Killer. Audible only and narrated mostly by Paul Holes. If you are interested by this story, I can't recommend it enough.

A nice creepy gothic with a widow, an ominous manor house that has a troubled past, an asylum, and some very strange wooden figures. Just wonderful!

1. Summers at my grandparents' house. I just loved it there.
2. Two younger sisters
3. I honestly don't recall
4. I'll Be Gone in the Dark. Which I must finish before I see PAUL FREAKING HOLES on the 22nd!!!
5. Passing since this is kinda old
Thanks @Jess_Franzino
#wonderouswednesday @eggs

You all need to wait a bit to read this book, but you should absolutely read it. It's a sweet, somewhat sad journey of a summer in a young boy's life. It's also a musing on the nature of memory and of one man's belief in ghosts.

I cannot put into words how this book made feel, which is basically everything. It turned in unexpected ways but in the best possible manner.

Alas no photo as the US cover isn't done

Hi all! I know I have been very quiet. Some of you know the Penguin offices are moving from our downtown home to the Random House building in Midtown. Most of us have to pare down to cubes. Crazy few months and yesterday was the last day. I did not have enough time to send books to my tea&book swap pals. Sorry! I had 26 years of life to cull. Here's a pic of my commute buddies on the way home last night. I expect to be around much more now.

This was a fun book. Shortish anecdotes and stories much like the podcast (which I love). If you enjoy spooky stories, even if you know these stories, this is a fun read

I liked the movie better! I love me some sharks, I love me some crazy, but while this had both it wasn't that well done. I do know the author has completely rewritten the book, which I bought before the book swap. I might skim through it at some point to see if the info dumping got better. But still, I laughed a lot. #HGPBC #horrorgoespostalbookclub #teamCthulhu @TheReadingMermaid @jillannjohn @InBooksILive @MaleficentBookDragon

A bit late but I'm always busy this time of year!
1. Both
2. black cats, though bats are adorbs too
3. both!!!!! There aren't enough in the world of either for me!
4. Whoever hasn't played yet and let's see. This time I will say The Cabin at World's End.

The murder of an English hostess in Japan and the super creepy who was eventually caught and the nutso trial that followed. A good read with some pretty messed up stuff (though not as messed up as The Monster of Florence). #truecrime #bookclub #ballsdeepdivebookclub #crimewritersonpodcast

I finished this on Halloween. And as predicted, I can't believe I waited so long to read it! Naturally I loved it. I love the era, I love watching people descend into madness and despair in a gothic manner, just everything. And all made so much better by Wilde's pithiness. #HGPBC #horrorgoespostalbookclub #teamCthulhu @TheReadingMermaid @jillannjohn @InBooksILive @MaleficentBookDragon

@TheReadingMermaid I got this last night and someone was quite interested. I'll be starting tomorrow and I'm so excited. I've been meaning to read this book forever! #HGPBC #horrorgoespostalbookclub #teamCthulhu @jillannjohn @MaleficentBookDragon @InBooksILive

I very much enjoyed this book. It was good and creepy and perfect for this time of year. It didn't scare me as much as I had hoped but I am a very hard nut to crack that way. Here is Jack, curious about Jack in the book. #HGPBC #horrorgoespostalbookclub #TeamCthulhu @TheReadingMermaid @MaleficentBookDragon @InBooksILive @jillannjohn
The package for the swap will go out as soon as all the goodies arrive

OK @JenlovesJT47 you have finally done it! My answer to every single question is both! (Truthfully I don't care about Coke vs Pepsi as long as it's cherry flavored). I'm just waving hi to everyone because I've been so sporadic lately. Things are getting better though and I should be more regular
#tuesdaytidbits

I started this with the #freakyfriends but I fell behind (ha, behind!) A Tingle story is what it is and I find them quite amusing (if typo-ridden). Not for the faint of heart, unless you are willing to be converted by studly dinos! It isn't the sort of thing I would normally call a pick but the laughter combined with the podcast and his Twitter--I just love this guy.

I read this book for the #novelandteabookclub I was taking part in. I would not have picked it up on my own. The writing is excellent and the characters are real. Family drama, though, are just not my thing and especially not when religion--any religion--plays such a large part. If you like books about family, do pick it up. @mdm139 @LazyDays @Schlinkles @TheKidUpstairs @SkeletonKey

I finally had a chance to open the last package @mdm139 ! So full of fall goodies, which is perfect for this book. Even princess kitty Eleanor thought so! @Schlinkles mine will be going out early next week--I am finishing the book right now. I am going to miss this swap. @LazyDays #novelandreabookclub @SkeletonKey @TheKidUpstairs

This is my pick for #teamCthulhu. I'm very excited to read it--I've heard very good things and I loved Within These Walls. #HGPBC #horrorgoespostalbookclub @TheReadingMermaid @jillannjohn @MaleficentBookDragon @InBooksILive

This is vintage Tremblay. Creepy as hell and a damn good read. This is the first one of his that I would have to put down for a bit and read something uplifting like true crime because parts were hard for me. Guys, that's truly saying something. I can't remember a book ever doing that to me. Therefore this gets a hell yeah from me.

Hey #TeamCthulhu! So these are my picks. A bit dated but I love these authors. Let me know what you all think. #HGPBC #horrorgoespostalbookclub @TheReadingMermaid @jillannjohn @InBooksILive @MaleficentBookDragon

sorry the image was cut off. I still stink at making collages. Let me know if you need clarification

doing some reading at the beach after my friend went somewhere when I fell asleep. Count for the day: 2 dolphin pods, 0 sharks

oh, @AmyG everything is so perfect!!! And I adored all the post-its on everything. Jack just grabbed the tea infuser 🤣 You are filling my lack of Ann Rule and I am so.going to make creepy notes with the stamp! And the serial killers caring book! I just can't get over everything. You are the best! #itscriminalbookswap @JenlovesJT47

I'm in! If I'm not too late. US only please.
#horrorgoespostalbookclub @ReadingMermaid

1. Thor. Always Thor. I think you all know that about me by now.
2. That depends on who I'm recommending books to. Mostly Dan Jones or Lev Grossman
3. British Isles and Ireland
4. One and a half.
5. on it!

Since I got tagged! And I'm mostly back.
1. This is hard. Maybe Red Riding Wolf. Maybe the (pre-Disney) Little Mermaid.
2. The Wolf from Red Riding Hood. come on, you knew it was going to be a wolf, right?
3. The Company of Wolves (based on Angela Carter's story, directed by Neil Jordan)
4. I am tagging anyone who still hasn't played! Thanks @Jess_Franzino @JenlovesJT47 #TuesdayTidbits

I was very much looking forward to this book. I loved the plot and characters. I certainly didn't care it was darkBut something about it was just off for me. I think it was that I found the translation somewhat stilted in places. I know it wasn't life events because the freelance I did during this time was great. I know others loved it entirely so this is a me thing. #novelandteabookclub @LazyDays @mdm139 @Schlinkles

@mdm139 you have outdone yourself! Everything in here is wonderful! I'm sure my husband will be thrilled with the spices (he does all the cooking). Ellie is thrilled with the packing. Jack is asleep but he loves boxes. I'm sorry it took me forever to get this up, but it's been busy for a vacation! #litsybookandteaswap @LazyDays @Schlinkles

Good news! Eleanor is ok! She has some soft tissue damage (she also got her neck closed in sliding closet doors two days ago) so we have some painkillers for her. She also developed a fever and a seriously runny nose, so she's also just sick. Although if the fever doesn't come down over the weekend, that could be a problem. But there will be no more cat problems. Here, earlier in the week.

1. Taking kitten to the vet. 😢 LARP tomorrow. And I'm on vacation. We aren't sure what the matter is with Eleanor. She is not herself today and she was accidentally stepped on yesterday. She's moving fine, eating, drinking, and using the box. Brother is being quite protective.
2. both
3. born and raised
4. blond
5. hi all.
#friyay @jesshowbooks

Hi Marcus, it's great to get to know you! Fans of the All Souls Trilogy will love this one. We get to know Marcus's mortal life and his life as a baby vampire (new second fave character: Fanny/Freyja). We also get continuing adventures of Diana, Matthew, and the twins, including one of my favorite lines of dialogue, which is a spoiler, so I will remain quiet. Pub date: Sept 18