The 8th Book Club

Discussion in 'The Thunderdome' started by Indy, May 7, 2014.

  1. wildnkrazykat

    wildnkrazykat Well-Known Member

    You going thru amazon I take it? I was thinking thru iBooks but I'll go with amazon just to keep it uniform.
     
  2. emainvol

    emainvol Administrator

    Yeah, I use an Android tablet and just like the Kindle app more than iBooks. I think all of the apps show you what percentage you have read though, and the guide KidB posted shows the percentages by day, too.
     
  3. wildnkrazykat

    wildnkrazykat Well-Known Member

    K. Thank you!
     
  4. gcbvol

    gcbvol Fabulous Moderator

    I doubt mine arrives before Friday, so this weekend will be first opportunity to get started. I'm not sure how these typically work. Is it more a goal for completion or are there regular checkpoints/milestones that help keep us all on track?
     
  5. IP

    IP Super Moderator

    4 to 14 business days. I might have to catch up.
     
  6. wildnkrazykat

    wildnkrazykat Well-Known Member

    I'm sure I'll be the first to drop out
     
  7. gcbvol

    gcbvol Fabulous Moderator

    Did you order from Cirdan by way of Amazon?
     
  8. volfanjo

    volfanjo Chieftain

    Not to be uncool, but have you checked your local library? There were six copies available in our system.

    Also, talked to my English Professor buddy who has deep reservations about the book but he's going to go along for the ride and read it with us. I'm starting Wednesday night!
     
  9. gcbvol

    gcbvol Fabulous Moderator

    Not uncool at all, VFJ. I'm embarrassed by the fact I do not currently possess a library card. I've become completely dependent on Amazon, but I really need to start using local libraries.
     
  10. gcbvol

    gcbvol Fabulous Moderator

    Kat, I've seen a few folks state it is important to trust the author. It will most certainly be challenging but if we stick with it there will be a 'click' point. I have a lot of respect for DFW so I really want to do this. I don't think you will bail, nor will anyone else. Not this group.
     
  11. volfanjo

    volfanjo Chieftain

    We also have an excellent public library system where I live so that helps. I am still a tactile (sp?) sort of reader... I just can't stare at screens for very long and need the weight of the book in my hands.
     
  12. gcbvol

    gcbvol Fabulous Moderator

    I'm the same way. I love the weight of a book in my hands and the turning of pages. I can't let it go (or don't want to).
     
  13. kidbourbon

    kidbourbon Well-Known Member


    Libraries are great. I order on Amazon way too much. I should use my library card more.
     
  14. kidbourbon

    kidbourbon Well-Known Member

    Do you hate tennis?
     
  15. kidbourbon

    kidbourbon Well-Known Member

    I'm the same way. I won't even give kindle a try. I should probably at least try it, but I figure I look at a screen too much anyway.
     
  16. wildnkrazykat

    wildnkrazykat Well-Known Member

    You underestimate my ability to get bored n say **** it. I'm gonna give it my best shot, I just hope the hook happens quickly for me.
     
  17. wildnkrazykat

    wildnkrazykat Well-Known Member

    I'm sure I don't, but I'm
    Not passionate about it either
     
  18. wildnkrazykat

    wildnkrazykat Well-Known Member

    Reservations, how so?
     
  19. kidbourbon

    kidbourbon Well-Known Member

    Was just messing around. You don't have to be.
     
  20. kidbourbon

    kidbourbon Well-Known Member

    I'd like to hear about this as well.
     

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