Read a Good Book Lately?

Read a good book about your craft? Or just a good book in general? Share it here.

Sylvia Jacobs
Book Review!

“Run, Darling”: A Historical Fiction Novel by Karen Essex

Renowned author Karen Essex has crafted a captivating historical fiction novel titled “Run, Darling,” published on June 18, 2025. The novel delves into the untold story of the Gabor sisters’ escape from Nazi-occupied Europe to the United Stat...

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Sylvia Jacobs
New Book Alert!

Hey there! Have you heard of the hilarious memoir ‘The ’86 Kids’ by Matt Sem? Set in Wausau, Wisconsin, during the 1980s, the book takes readers on a wild adventure through the author’s childhood. From sports stories to humor, it’s a fun and entertaining read.

The ‘86 Kids: A me...

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The '86 Kids: A memoir of an awesome and sometimes humorous Childhood in the 80's.
The '86 Kids: A memoir of an awesome and sometimes humorous Childhood in the 80's.
This is a Memoir about a kid named Matt as he reminisces about his childhood in Wausau, Wisconsin during the mid-1980's. Matt recalls various events from his childhood, including playing basketball, f…
Books

Ever heard of a good book? Well, I have. Lady Alice is a good writer. I enjoy her work.

Toshia Poundstone

I want it to be a TV show or a movie.

Toshia Poundstone

I also have a podcast.

Maurice Vaughan

Do you want to turn your book into a show/movie and podcast yourself or hire writers to, Toshia Poundstone?

Toshia Poundstone

Yes, a show, if not that, then a movie. I can rebrand my podcast once I get up and running

Maurice Vaughan

Ok, Toshia Poundstone. If you want to turn your book into a show/movie and podcast yourself, Stage 32 has two webinars you might be interested in.

"How to Adapt a Book Into a Film or Series" (www.stage...

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Wyman Brent
It was a dark and stormy night

Read any good books lately?

Michael Dzurak

I just finished "The Adventures of Maya the Bee" by Waldemar Bonsels.

It was... interesting… shall we say. I had seen reruns of the kids' cartoon in elementary school but that was a toned down version...

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Wyman Brent

Michael Dzurak, funny that you should mention Maya. That character is still very popular here in Germany. Of course, the version popular here now is the modern cartoon version where nothing really bad...

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Michael Dzurak

Wyman Brent I read the book due to nostalgia. I am also writing a script with early 2000s nostalgia but then I remembered the 1990s (and so Maya) and then it dawned on me how freaking old I am now… we...

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Wyman Brent

Michael Dzurak, just wait until you reach your 60s like me. I can tell you about nostalgia.

Sylvia Jacobs
This memoir will take you way back.

“How Did I Get Here So Fast Is a Memoir” by Charles Vanyo chronicles the author’s life journey from the 1950s to the present. The book delves into his childhood experiences, friendships, the aging of his parents, and his unsuccessful mayoral campaign in Fairfield, New Jersey, in 1985. It also explor...

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How Did I Get Here So Fast?: Thoughts on My Journey to Seventy
How Did I Get Here So Fast?: Thoughts on My Journey to Seventy
"How Did I Get Here So Fast?" is Jersey Boy Charles Vanyo's memoir about his adventurous ride through seven decades of life, the paths he's maneuvered and avoided, and how someone belatedly comes to t…
Sylvia Jacobs

It is consistently captivating to peruse accounts of one’s personal life trajectory..

Wyman Brent

Sylvia Jacobs, I agree. Just that my life story is so bizarre that it would probably be tossed into the fiction section.

Sylvia Jacobs

I wouldn’t put it in the fiction section.

Wyman Brent

Sylvia Jacobs, you might be the only one.

Sylvia Jacobs

I disagree.

Rich Terdoslavich
Camus

Reading Create Dangerously by Albert Camus. Read it a few times and trying to absorb ideas/concept he wrote over sixty five years ago. Also read The Stranger.

Rich Terdoslavich

Thank you, everyone.

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Rich Terdoslavich. I put Create Dangerously on my read list. Thanks for the book rec.

Ryann Goldberg

Thanks for this recommendation!

Rich Terdoslavich

No sweat, Ryann! All the best.

Sylvia Jacobs
Self-Help Book

“Who’s In Charge Of My Mind? (Second Edition)” by Richard Amoedo and Jay Juster delves into the complexities of mental health, exploring the potential for self-help without the need for medication.

The book provides practical strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and depression, offering readers a...

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Who's in Charge of My Mind?
Who's in Charge of My Mind?
Are you in charge of your own mind? If not - who, or what, is? Eastern Philosophy states "Your mind is an excellent servant, but a terrible master." Unfortunately, many people are suffering from the c…
Ryann Goldberg

Thank you for sharing this! I think this book could be helpful to so many of us and I will definitely be checking it out.

Sylvia Jacobs

I’m so glad to hear that.

Kat Spencer
Protect Your Peace by Trent Shelton

I just started reading this and love it already. It put words to what I do (for myself and others). It's something most don't do enough of. Has anyone else read this yet? I'm always late to the party haha.

Maurice Vaughan

I'm even later to the party, Kat Spencer. I haven't read this book yet. Haha I just added it to my read list. Thanks.

Patryna Goosby

I love listening to him. He’s such a motivator and inspiration.

Ryann Goldberg

If you like this book you would love the Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins!

Kat Spencer

Wow Maurice Vaughan! Someone later than me?! That's rare :D

Sydney S
Summer book? Looking for my next book

Hey everyone! I’m Sydney from the Stage 32 Education team, and I’m on the lookout for my next summer read! I’m in the mood for something light and fun—maybe a rom-com, a little art and history, or a story set on a beautiful beach or destination. Not too scary, just something to relax with. Any recommendations?

Suzanne Bronson

Mindy Kaling's book, IS EVERYONE HANGING OUT WITHOUT ME . Very funny.

Ryann Goldberg

I loved the Wedding People by Alison Espach!

Banafsheh Esmailzadeh

Not sure if it's your thing but I really enjoyed the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy. Very light and full of different destinations, and just fun reads.

Sydney S

Thank you everyone!!! These are wonderful suggestions, I am going to check them out :) I'm a big library girl!

Sherri ZImmerman
Writing Movies book by Gotham Writers' Workshop

Just handed this book by my best friend's daughter Darcy.

Reading the first chapter WOW good stuff! 

Can't wait to see how it will inspire me further on my screenplay in action!! Thanks Darcy! 

Anthony Portelli
The Alchemist

Got round to reading this. If you haven’t got your hands on it before I highly recommend.

Sydney S

A wonderful one :)

Suzanne Bronson

My favorite book. I give it as a gift.

Sylvia Jacobs
My Review Of Sacrifice By Kerry Williams

Kerry Williams’s memoir, “Sacrifice,” was released on November 26, 2023. It’s a heartfelt story about Williams’s life as a disabled war veteran and his role as a primary caregiver for his aunt Pearl and uncle Benny.

The book is based on Williams’s real-life experiences and shows how tough it can be t...

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Sacrifice
Sacrifice
Making sacrifices in the war was bred into Kerry Williams very being. Adjusting to civilian life afterwards was one of the hardest things he would ever have to do...or so he thought. Follow the story…
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