Charlaine Harris' new book and the Kindle

It's summer and the read-a-thon is on! Thank you Charlaine Harris for releasing a book just in time for my summer enjoyment. I've been a fan of Harris for a long time. Sorry not a fan of True Blood though. These books are the best. They always have a strong plot and how can you not love Sookie Stackhouse. If you're unfamiliar with this author start with her first book, Dead Until Dark. If you're already a Harris reader, then you've probably already read this one since it came out in May. I read mine on my Kindle. It's the first book I've read on the Kindle since I inherited my husband's because he's moved on to the iPad. I have to admit it felt funny not to turn pages or be able to see the cover. I know that sounds weird, but I love books. It's a great book though and now I'm reading J.R. Ward's newest, Lover Mine.

Reading new author Gail Carriger

The newest author I'm reading is Gail Carriger. I don't just stick to one particular genre of novel. I love to read. Why else would I be a professor of English unless I enjoyed reading? This novel, Soulless, is self described as a novel of "vampires, werewolves, and parasols." It follows the doings and undoings of character Alexia Tarabotti. Carriger describes Alexia with a snappy Brit wit and builds a strong plot. The story begins with Alexia being attacked by a vampire. Now this Victorian spinster is not without her soulless ways and parasol for protection. The vampire quickly finds himself dead and Alexia finds herself in the midst of sinister plan--not to mention a romance that may also be in the works for her as well. I like humor with my writing and Carriger delivers. So if you enjoy tales about vampires, werewolves, and a quick witted gals this may be a novel for you. I'm currently reading her second novel Changeless. I'll let you know more about it once I'm done.