by Abby Marks Beale | Jan 27, 2016 | For Professionals, For Students, Speed Reading
Last month I asked my list subscribers to share some of their favorite books because I prefer to read something someone loved and recommends. Maybe you will find a favorite here too! THANK YOU to everyone who responded. Peter Frampton – “Sapiens – A...
by Abby Marks Beale | Jan 5, 2016 | Speed Reading
When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, the common notion is that most people give up after the first few weeks. Have you ever considered making a reading resolution? Reading is fun, simple, inexpensive, and rewarding as well as a resolution you can stick to. The...
by Abby Marks Beale | Dec 22, 2015 | Speed Reading
I love hearing about different holiday customs but the Icelandic tradition of giving books on Christmas Eve and then spending the night reading is especially meaningful. This custom is so deeply ingrained in the culture that it is the reason for the Jolabokaflod, or...
by Abby Marks Beale | Dec 15, 2015 | For Professionals, For Students, Speed Reading, Time and Stress Management
This past Saturday, two days after Thanksgiving, I received my first holiday card. Yes, that wonderful family of four WON the prize of getting their cards out first! It’s one less thing on their list of things to do during this hectic month. I’m a little...
by Abby Marks Beale | Nov 17, 2015 | For Professionals, For Students, Speed Reading, Time and Stress Management
A few months ago, I was at a Starbucks with a friend. When the barista asked for his name, he said “Galt”. I said, “What name is that?! Your name is Rob!” He explained that he read a book long ago that had this character named John Galt and the...
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