Annnnnnd we’re back with another edition of Books in 140 Seconds — the biweekly book club experiment that challenges Erin Balser and me to talk about a book in less than three minutes (and not look like idiots doing it). Before we carry on, a note on looking like idiots: after 10 videos, we’ve decided to amp up the challenge with a one-take policy (barring a major mistake like a title screw up, which I may or may not have done on this video. I was overwhelmed sitting so close to Erin, okay?). So what you see is all there was. Better than reality TV.
This week in Big Brother’s Book Club, we’re talking about Sloane Crosley’s second essay collection, How Did You Get This Number. Check it out:
Next time on Books in 140 Seconds, we’ll be chatting about the sweet sourness of Cordelia Strube’s Lemon. Read it and join the discussion!
In this screen shot, we are both in various stages on sneezing. Amazing.
Okay, now I can’t wait to read this. I was totally jealous reading the first one, and I’m so envious of not just her job but especially of her ability to write well. Ugh.
The missing question mark: hmmm. That seems to be one of those trendy things, lately, an affectation of speech (and writing!). Maybe Jessica Grant started it. :)
PS. Erin, that comment was hilarious.
PS. I can’t tell my left from right, either. I always have to think about it. Embarrassing!
Steph-I still do that “make an L with your thumb and forefinger” thing. But the essay on the ailment is really interesting, as it’s more than understanding directions, it’s a complete inability to understand where you are in context of where you are going. One of the more interesting essays in the book, I think.
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