books

I have often told you how I love to read. Sadly, I don’t read as often as I’d like. In fact, I usually do something that normally I would deem only a NON book lover owuld do—I read several books at a time. Or rather, I start several books. So, it takes me like 3 years to finish one book because I read one chapter from one book, set it down and pick up another book and read two chapters from it. This continues until I have 10 books open and not one of ‘em finished. *sigh* I feel guilty. My poor neglected books!

So. Here it is. My Top Ten Books I’m Reading. Or At Least Trying To.

1. Story: Recapture the Mystery by Steven James

I adore Steven James. The first book I ever read from him was actually a how-to on storytelling. It is amazing. If you are in a role where you speak to people—especially kids from a stage, you should read this book. Anyway, I’ve loved every other thing he’s ever written (skit books, novels, etc.) or said. So, I was totally excited to get this book as a thank-you for helping out with Camp Rocks last week. Camp Rocks’ theme was “True Story” so this book goes perfectly. The idea is that as Christians (and even Americans) we know the story of the Bible but don’t really KNOW THE STORY. It’s totally awesome. To the max.

2. Treasured by Leigh McLeroy

I *cough* got this as a book review and never *cough* read it. I picked it up a few days ago and LOVE the premise. God keeps things just like you and I collect precious memories  and souvenirs. The things God collects show who He really is. A neat way to look at and understand God. It’s a short easy read. (That I should really finish…)

3. South of Broad by Pat Conroy

My aunt gave this to me for my birthday and I have to be honest, I haven’t even cracked it open yet. But if my Aunt said it was good, then it is. She’s got good taste. And it’s set in the south. So, it automatically has one point.

4. He Who Lifts the Skies by Kacy Barnett-Gramckow

This is the second in a historical fiction series set in the very beginning of the world. The first book was about Noah’s Ark. And let me just say that it was VERY realistic. For example. I never thought about what the carnivorous animals ate on the ark. *shudder* This book skips ahead a few years and is about the Tower of Babel.

5. Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us by Seth Godin

I bought this less than 24 hours after Blissdom. In February. I think I’ve read one chapter. But I know I’d love it. Because I DO want to lead you. Ahem.

6. Tenth Stone by Brock and Bodie Thoene

I always have a Thoene book on my bedside. They are my heroes.

7. Setting Their Hope in GOD: Biblical Intercession For Your Children by Andrew Case

I actually won this book on someone’s blog (I can’t remember who…sorry!). It’s just a book of prayers based on Biblical passages. It’s kind of hard reading but I love the concept and can’t wait to read more.

8. Little Town on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder

This should not surprise you. We are listening to this one in the car and it’s so good. I was crying yesterday while listening to Mary going away to college for the blind. *sniff*

9. The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns

I got this one for FREE from christianaudio.com. Did you know they give away a free audio book every month? (This month is Francis Chan’s book, Forgotten God.) I wanted to read this book anyway because it’s by Richard Stearns, president of World Vision AND it won the 2010 Book of the Year. Last week I listened to it while I separated baby clothes into sizes for our yard sale. It is a thought provoking and heart wrenching read.

10. The Screwtape Letters by CS Lewis

My brother gave me this dramatized audio revision of the classic Screwtape Letters. It is SO good. The main character is voiced by the guy who did Gollum in Lord of the Rings and honestly, it may be a little scary to listen to alone in the dark. This is another one that makes you question everything you believe and wonder if you really know who you are.

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I’m at a Performing Arts Camp this week with Staci so I won’t be tweeting or visiting this morning but as soon as I get home, I’ll jump right into Top Ten {Tuesday}! Thanks for all your great posts and for following all the “rules”, it’s so fun to see Top Ten {Tuesday} grow and promote others in the blogosphere! I love it!

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