Haruki Murakami

A little issue at the moment is the fact that I'm finding it hard to pick up any book other than Haruki Murakami's. His books are able to transport me to a place I have never really reached before. Yeah, it sounds lame. But, my god, that man is creative.

I've read:

Kafka on the Shore

After Dark

Norwegian Wood (which has been made into a movie !)

Sputnik Sweetheart

After the Quake

Nearly finished the Wind-up Bird Chronicle

And a few more collections of short stories, but I've forgotten their titles.

I still have a fair few to go as well. Have any of you read any? If you haven't, I can't really suggest any other author as much as I can Murakami. I'm so glad I went right in their and bought a collection of his books last christmas. Best decision I ever made.

I haven't been reading as much as I would like this year. I've got to pick up my books more often this break, because next year (my last year of university) is going to be one full on year.

Can anyone suggest any new reads for me. I mean, I have a list as long as the nile, but suggestions are always welcome!

My Friend Leonard -James Frey

I just finished reading 'My Friend Leonard' by James Frey (author of 'A Million Little Pieces'). It didn't have the same effect on me as his first memoir did. I think it was to do with the repetitive topics. He was also exposed to have embellished very significant details in his first memoir. Still the characters/people were still interesting. I particularly admired Leonard: his honesty, his ability to fix bad situations, his selflessness towards James and his ultimate courage to live out the rest of his life truly.

I also liked reading about James' attempts to become a writer in Los Angeles and Leonard's advice: "Be not bold, be fucking BOLD. Every time you meet someone, make a fucking impression. Make them think you're the hottest shit in the world. Make them think they're gonna lose their job if they don't give you one. Look 'em in the eye, and never look away. Be confident and calm, be fucking bold."

I hope James is still sober and that the he alone can make the rest of his life decisions, rather than the alcohol, drugs or 'the fury' which I believe controls us all at some point or another.

Dear Santa...

I don't want a lot for Christmas, I won't even wish for snow. Just stick this staircase library in my stocking and nobody will get hurt.

Something New

My problem is I'm always looking for something new, something better. Something to involve myself in completely or I become restless beyond any kind of 'acceptable restlessness level'. I feel passionate about a lot of creative activities than, but if there's three which mean the most, it's reading, writing and theatre. "Wordivore" will act as my push to read, write, see and involve myself in all things creative. I refuse to waste time in this life. I know people always say "Life is short, don't waste it," but whether life was 10 or 1000 years, I'd want mine to be full. And I plan to fill it with the most amazing things.

I'm Daniela by the way and if anyone views this blog, please comment and share your thoughts.