Have you ever read a book to finish it and say, “Wow, that was good. I wish I had written it.” Whether it’s a book that’s in your writing genre, a #1 Bestseller, or even a simple paperback you bought at the grocery store, there are books that have had you in such awe, and left you wondering if you can/would’ve written something to amazing.
I’ve read 5 books like that and I’d like to share them:
#5) The Mitford Series by Jan Karon
#4) THE NOTEBOOK by Nicholas Sparks
#3) ROGUE by Danielle Steel
#2) Something Borrowed by Emily Giffin
#1) WIDEACRE by Philippa Gregory
I thought about sharing a little bit about why I’d love to say that I have written them, but what I’d love more is for you to read them yourself and see what you think. So, how about reading these books in 2012 (if you haven’t already), and letting me know what you think?
Another thing to think about is, what book do you wish you would’ve written?
Books I’ve read in the last year that made me mad I didn’t have the genius to write them first? I’d say . . .
1) Ruby Red by Kerstin Gier (Incredibly clever premise, YA fic that’s just as fun for adults)
2) Soulless by Gail Carriger (Jane Austen Meets Buffy – so witty, so well-written, and such original, engaging characters.)
3) First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones (Funny, sexy, scary, a new twist on grim reapers.)
I haven’t read any of the books on your list, Isabella, but I will have to check them out!
Thanks for your comment Tracie! 🙂