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‘The Possession’ by Annie Ernaux (Audiobook)

Posted on October 11, 2022 by bookjunkie

These lines were arresting and expressed what I have thought a countless number of times. Oh the liberty to write with such freedom. But the author has bravely done so even when alive. She is shockingly honest. She speaks of … Continue reading →

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French Writer Annie Ernaux has Won the Nobel Prize in Literature

Posted on October 10, 2022 by bookjunkie

When I heard that Annie Ernaux was awarded the 2022 Nobel Prize in Literature I was ashamed and embarrassed that I hadn’t read any of her work and immediately went to my library app to borrow her books. Many readers … Continue reading →

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Best Books I’ve Read So Far in 2022

Posted on September 4, 2022 by bookjunkie

They are The Return by Hisham Matar, Angela’s Ashes by Frank McCourt and Joseph Anton by Salman Rushdie. I highly recommend all three. The first two have won the Pulitzer. These three books all happen to be memoirs or autobiographies. … Continue reading →

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How I’m Attempting to Improve My Writing Skills

Posted on August 25, 2022 by bookjunkie

I aim to write every day in an effort to improve my writing. Another thing that helps is reading good literature. Because my eyes hurt with too much screen time, I mostly listen to audiobooks. I wish my eyesight was … Continue reading →

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Books I Love: Angela’s Ashes by Frank McCourt

Posted on April 9, 2022 by bookjunkie

I’m in the midst of the audio book brilliantly narrated by the author himself, but I long to read it as well, to really take it all in at leisure. No surprise that this is one of the best memoirs … Continue reading →

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Audio Books: Black Flags

Posted on March 26, 2022 by bookjunkie

I’m utterly fascinated by this throughly researched book by Joby Warrick . No surprise that it won a Pulitzer. I’m still in the midst of it, but it’s truly educating my ignorant self, who understands only a fraction about the … Continue reading →

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The Return by Hisham Matar

Posted on March 12, 2022 by bookjunkie

I randomly searched for a Pulitzer Prize winning audio book and found this at the library (I use the Libby App). I am still within the first few chapters of this audio book narrated by the author himself. I’m blown … Continue reading →

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Hard to Concentrate

Posted on April 24, 2016 by bookjunkie

It’s been so hard to concentrate. I bring a book to my chemo sessions and so far after 8 sessions I haven’t read a single word. Somehow the brain fog is even worse during the session. It feels like a … Continue reading →

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Been Stuck, & About Those Library Books I Need to Return Pronto

Posted on March 27, 2014 by bookjunkie

The words haven’t been stuck but I’ve been reluctant to share what’s on my mind as it all seems just too self-indulgent or worried my private thoughts may be misconstrued. Now and then I do get depressed and anxious over … Continue reading →

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Peekaboo Books

Posted on January 10, 2014 by bookjunkie

I love Children’s Books that are well made. Gonna start writing about my favourite ones.

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Getting Rid of Distractions

Posted on May 7, 2013 by bookjunkie

With the proliferation of the internet and smart phone in our lives, well my life at least, I find myself constantly distracted. Also this constant need to be entertained (which is so easy with the smart phone that it’s becoming … Continue reading →

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Waning Concentration in the Age of the iPhone

Posted on February 17, 2013 by bookjunkie

I often feel like I’ve stagnated if I don’t work on improving myself. But often it’s so much easier to give advice then to take it. You see, I am trying to live up to my moniker ‘bookjunkie’ by getting … Continue reading →

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Answering Carrot’s Questions

Posted on November 22, 2012 by bookjunkie

1. Do you enjoy what you do for a living? I used to when I had decent employers and felt that my work was helping others in some way. Well, still seeking the best vocation where I can write full … Continue reading →

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Too Early for New Year Resolutions?

Posted on November 19, 2012 by bookjunkie

I went ahead anyway since as we all know, time is arbitrary. I am now thinking it will help if I just focus on one thing a month. Somehow when you don’t focus your efforts get diluted. You can read … Continue reading →

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Bras Basah Complex: A Cool Place for Books, Stationery & Art Supplies

Posted on September 5, 2012 by bookjunkie

Bras Basah Complex has been around for ages, since I was a kid in the 80’s. It’s the place you go to for books and art supplies. I hadn’t visited this place for a few years and this time, everywhere … Continue reading →

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The National Library & Sleeping Folks

Posted on July 5, 2012 by bookjunkie

The new building is very impressive. But I still miss the tiny red brick building that used to the National Library I knew as a kid. It’s pretty conveniently located. Not attached to Bugis MRT (which would be lovely for … Continue reading →

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A Book I Could Not Put Down

Posted on June 28, 2012 by bookjunkie

I have been having trouble concentrating lately, but this was one book I could not put down. Reading it made me happier as well. It’s one of those books where you want it to go on for a bit more. … Continue reading →

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Toffee Cider at The Pigeonhole (Duxton Hill)

Posted on June 19, 2012 by bookjunkie

My second time at the Pigeon Hole and it won’t be my last. Loved the gracious welcome we get here and the delicious toffee cider. It’s a haven when it’s packed to the gills everywhere else. Felt so at ease … Continue reading →

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Books I Want to Read Again

Posted on June 14, 2012 by bookjunkie

I write about 3 books that immediately came to mind when I thought about books I wanted to read again. That’s the beauty of a great book – once is never enough. You can read about it at White As … Continue reading →

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Lovely Ann Siang Hill: Little Drom Store, Kki, Wild Child & Wood in the Books

Posted on May 23, 2012 by bookjunkie

My new favourite area is Duxton Hill, but Ann Siang Hill is pretty sweet as well. Our first stop was the Little Drom Store which includes Kki. All within the same charming store. The little cakes blew me away with … Continue reading →

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Duxton Hill: Littered with Books

Posted on May 18, 2012 by bookjunkie

Not my first visit to the lovely Bookstore at 20 Duxton Road, but it was the first little shop that drew me to Duxton Hill. After exploring the place, I discovered the Bookstore was just one of many delightful new … Continue reading →

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A Random Thomas & Ishiguro Post

Posted on May 6, 2012 by bookjunkie

A Book I like. Ishiguro’s Remain’s of the Day was beautiful as well.  Relished every word. And a book series the kids in my family seem to love.

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