Tag: The 2015 Book Project
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Story in Review: Population 485 by Michael Perry
Population: 485 is Michael Perry’s memoir about coming home a different person after being gone a long time. It’s a story about a small town, family ties, and being a redneck. It’s also a story about love, heartache, and finding your center. Perry’s storytelling is all encompassing: he can tell a two-page joke that keeps you reading with…
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The 2015 Book Project
Last year, I took part in the Empty Shelf Challenge. Not only did I keep track of what I read, but it also forced me to jot down some thoughts about each book. It helped me decide if I would recommend them to someone else or not, and why. At the risk of sounding hokey,…