Books I've read lately.

Songbook, Nick Hornby: http://tinyurl.com/23pm6c

By turns acerbic, witty, insightful and authentic, one man's look at life. HIs points of reference are selected favorite songs, but these serve only as a platform on which Hornby does his thing. A two-day, in-the-bathtub read. Loved it!

The Dogs Who Came To Stay, George Pitcher: http://tinyurl.com/2a4ctd

Two genteel old bachelor professors, one lop eared interloper of dubious lineage and the joy she brought to their lives. Who says men don't have ferocious parenting instincts? This homeless dog and her irresistible pups break down the door of ordinary, settled lives and stir all manner of tender heartedness. A glorious read, and a heartbreaking one too (because dogs tragically go before us, and always too soon).