Friday, January 27, 2023

Let's Talk Books: Rooms of Their Own by Alex Johnson




"This is a book about...
rooms that tell stories."
ALEX JOHNSON


The weekend is here, and I'm sorry that I don't have a new post for you today. I've been writing a guest post for InScribe which was published this morning. In it, I chat about a new book I have been slow reading. Called Rooms of Their Own, Where Great Writers Write by Alex Johnson, it's a new favourite for me. To read more, click HERE.

I'm including a couple of illustrations from the book to whet your appetite:


Beatrix Potter's writing retreat at Hilltop


Isabel Allende's writing studio in California


It's snowing here this morning. And the temperatures have dropped back down to more normal winter  temps (-14C). We were enjoying above freezing temps earlier in the week. I hope you have a wonderful weekend. Till next week then...



Heart hugs,
Brenda



11 comments:

  1. The illustrations alone, particularly the front cover, draw me in. Isn't the straw hat of Beatrix Potter just lovely!

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    1. Oh yes, it's a lovely straw hat indeed, Barbara. And the book is as charming throughout -- wonderful essays and marvelous illustrations to go with each. Hope you are keeping well. xo

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  2. Enjoyed reading your post on the Inscribe blog. It's cooled down considerably here today too. We're in for another cold snap which, in my world, translates into cozy at-home days. Enjoy your weekend!

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    1. The cold snap this weekend is perfect for settling oneself with a good book, homemade treats, and a pot of tea at the ready. Thanks for your note, Linda.

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  3. I love having a desk for sketching and working in my journals. I walk into the room and smile when I see it waiting on me with a project in the works.

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    1. I know what you mean, Diane. There's something lovely about having that special space at the ready for the projects we love to work on.

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  4. Brenda your book has certainly wet my appetite - looks like a wonderful way to spend a cold winter afternoon. We have been above normal here for January also. Hope your weekend is great. Hugs!

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    1. Good to hear from you, Debbie. I hope you get a chance to see/read that book in person - it truly is lovely. Wishing you a beautiful week ahead.

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  5. I enjoyed reading your review on the Inscribe blog, Brenda. It looks like a lovely book and something I would very much enjoy. The illustrations are delightful. It's always inspiring to see where writers and artists created their work. We are expecting snow this weekend, but just a dusting. Hope you have a cozy weekend. x K

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    1. How lovely to hear from you, Karen. Thanks for your note! Wishing you a pleasant week ahead. xo

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  6. P.S. Brenda, I left a comment and it came out as from "Anonymous." This is Susan from Writing Straight from the Heart. I am most dreadful when it comes to techie stuff. I have no idea why my messages are coming out anonymous. Anyway, keep up the good work and keep writing!

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To My Beautiful Readers,

Some people come into our lives, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never the same. ~ Franz Peter Schubert

Thank you so much for leaving your 'footprint' here in my comment box. I do appreciate you taking a moment to share your thoughts today.

Brenda xo