Wednesday, October 27, 2010

e Squared by Matt Beaumont

An entertaining follow-up to e, Beaumont's debut novel from 2000, e Squared didn't quite capture me the way the first one did. I liked it - I liked it a lot - but it felt too outrageous. As much as I liked the many electronic ways through which Beaumont moved the story along (including emails, texts, and eBay postings), there seemed to be less focus this time on the office side of things. It has been several years since I read e, so maybe that one was the same way. The thing from e Squared that stands out the most, the thing I liked the most, is the staffer who was always away at some conference or retreat, and therefore always had a different out-of-office email reply. Those never failed to make me smile, and I wish I'd jotted a few of them down to share here now.

e Squared on BookCrossing.

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

BookCrossing Catches

Last updated on January 18, 2019.
 
All 111 catches thus far from my wild releases.
Click a title to view that book's journey on BookCrossing.
(days in wild) journey summary [catch date: dd.mm.yyyy]

776 Stupidest Things Ever Said (7) released at St. James Community Square in Vancouver, B.C., then "We found it in our kitchen" on Bowen Island, B.C. [05.02.2004]

79 Park Avenue (2) released on King Edward Ave in Vancouver, B.C., and rereleased in Mexico; "It was a fun book to read"; multiple journallers [26.08.2006]

A Certain Justice (1) released in the Sanctuary area at the PNE in Vancouver, B.C.; ":) yettoread. :)" [31.08.2006]

A Sunday at the Pool in Kigali (1) released at the Vancouver Art Gallery and caught the same day; "Looking forward to reading it and I'll leave it in the next city to which I travel. Perhaps on my next trip to Idaho!" [18.06.2014] (See the blog post here.)

Affliction (3) released on a bench at Spanish Banks in Vancouver, B.C.; "interesting read so far. planning to take it to california this summer and drop it there." [04.07.2008]

An Indecent Obsession (12) released on a bench in Emery Barnes Park in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "same content like thorn birds. too much detail thats really not needed but does have an interesting story line. predictable ending" [14.11.2010]

The Awakening (5) I received this from my mother and I released it at Trout Lake in Vancouver, B.C.; "it was great!" [13.05.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Aztec (5) released at Seattle Premium Outlets in Tulalip, WA; "Left at the Business Center at Terminal A /Tampa Int. airport in one of the cubicles." [12.09.2010] (See the blog post here.)

The Best of Eric Nicol (4) released inside a Westender newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "When I went to pick up a copy out of the newspaper box, I also found this book!! I was delighted. I have not read it yet, but will do so and pass it on." [30.01.2011] (See the blog post here.)

The Birth of Venus (75) released at "Word on the Street" in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "I plan to give it to a friend to read and take to Amsterdam to release it there." [10.12.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Bitterroot (16) released inside a Westender newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "What a nice surprise... Curl up with this fluff of a book on a rainy day"; rereleased [16.11.2007]

Blood Royal (12) released in Stanley Park in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member from Alberta; "Too bad the book was SO horrible!"; multiple journallers [08.10.2008] (See the blog post here.)

Blue Belle (1) released in Pinetree Village in Coquitlam, B.C., and caught by a new member; rereleased in Florida and caught again! [26.11.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Blue-jeaned Prince (7) released inside a Westender newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "read it aloud to each other in the park"; rereleased on Salt Spring Island [24.07.2008]

The Book and the Brotherhood (2) released in Town Centre Park in Coquitlam, B.C.; "I knew about this because of the email alerts from last night, so I went out around 1 pm today to see if it was still there, and it was! When I first found them, there was a family sitting beside the books (there were 2) on the bench, so I walked around the lake, hoping they wouldn't take them, and when I got back they were still there alone! I'm probably a little too excited about the idea of this site, but it seems so fun! Book sounds interesting, if a little outside my usual genres, but I'll give it a shot!" [16.09.2012] (See the blog post here.)

Brat Farrar (1) released at the Space Needle in Seattle, WA: "haven't read it yet but it looks interesting" [05.08.2018] (See the blog post here.)

The Business (105) released on a bench in Pinetree Village in Coquitlam, B.C.; "It was an interesting book. Not my normal read but I enjoyed it. Left it in the Vancover International Airport Nov 15" [15.11.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Caroline Masters (3) released in Seattle, WA, and caught by a new member from Germany; "book arrived Vancouver... welcome back ;-p" [25.07.2008]

Cordina's Royal Family: Gabriella & Alexander - Affaire Royale and Command Performance (14) released in Town Centre Park in Coquitlam, B.C., - my first Town Centre Park catch! "I am taking it on holidays to the interior will leave it with a friend after I have finished." [20.07.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Courage, Dana (2) released in Brentwood Town Centre in Burnaby, B.C.; "I never knew this existed! What a fun find!" [13.04.2011] (See the blog post here.)

Danger on Shadow Mountain (5) released during an attempted hike to the summit of Coliseum Mountain in North Vancouver, B.C.; "I spotted three books. I wish I was more uncouth and grab all three of them, but I decided to share this experience with two other people. It is quite weird. Books were in plastic bags. I am going to read the book, and release it"; multiple journallers [27.06.2007]

Darwin's Radio (20) released in Coquitlam Centre mall in Coquitlam, B.C., and caught by a new member from Edmonton, AB; "the book has gone from van to edmonton alberta. i'm going to read it and pass it on." Then, 11 months later, a journal entry by a new member in Saudi Arabia: "found at small library in al khobar at expat compound saudi aramco workers from around the planet" [15.12.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Daughters and Mothers (1,195) released at Seattle Premium Outlets in Tulalip, WA; "been meaning to read it, but haven't gotten around to it seeing as its a sequel in a series and im a stickler for reading books in order. so instead of keeping in any longer in hopes of getting around to it i will be releasing it back into the wild soon." [18.12.2013] (See the blog post here.)

The Day of the Storm (23) released at Seattle Premium Outlets in Tulalip, WA, and caught by a new member who took it to Abbotsford, B.C., then to Tennessee; "This is such a great idea" [03.11.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Dead Solid Perfect (15) released 11 years to the day after registration (unplanned, noticed that after the fact!), then caught and taken to Sydney, Australia; "I picked up the book on a table in Starbucks located on Parkway Blvd in Coquitlam, BC Canada. On May 24th. It was days before our family vacation to Australia, so I decided to take the book on my plane ride and leave it in Sydney Australia. I found the book to be very easy reading and as a golfer myself it was very funny! This book is now left on a table in a Sydney Starbucks!" [05.06.2018] (See the blog post here.)

Death du Jour (33) released in Las Vegas, NV, and caught a month later and taken to Anaconda, Montana; "i am about half-way through the book, and like it so far" [24.07.2011] (See the blog post here.)

Deepsix (18) released at the Starbucks OBCZ at Oak & 22nd in Vancouver, B.C.; multiple journallers [17.10.2006]

Different Seasons (5) released inside a Georgia Straight newspaper box at Metrotown in Burnaby, B.C. [04.02.2009] (See the blog post here.)

The Dogs of Babel (31) I received this from Seferim and released it at "Word on the Street" in Vancouver, B.C.; multiple journallers; "So many narratives in the city." "This is one of the best books i have ever read, and to think, it came from a bench!!!" [26.10.2004]

Don't Cry Now (7) released outside MGM Grand's lion habitat in Las Vegas, NV; "Will be reading soon" [29.06.2011] (See the blog post here.)

Dragonslayer (11) released inside a Georgia Straight newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "This is very cool. I've been reducing my library - I'll release a few gems to the Universe soon." [23.02.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Dynasty (5) released in MGM Grand in Las Vegas, NV, (release notes now missing) and caught in Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas; "As an avid reader i hought it was a neat idea so picked it up. I am going to read it and pass it on" [27.03.2009] (See the blog post here.)

The Ebony Swan (24) released in Whistler, B.C.; "found it while on holiday! ... will release it while out shopping in oxford somewhere!" [05.08.2007]

Every Breath You Take (19) released on King Edward Ave in Vancouver, B.C., and taken to Mexico; "I really enjoy it, and also practiced my english." [12.09.2006]

Fahrenheit 451 (3) released as part of a trade via craigslist in Vancouver, B.C.; "It was Amazing. This book should be read. I may be biased, as I already hate television, and the dumbing down of canada by the press. These are topics raised in this book. ... Anyways, a must read. Don't be afraid." [05.03.2005]

Fall on Your Knees (1) I received this from my mother and released it inside Denny's in Kelowna, B.C., where it was caught by a new member; "I'll be sure to read it & pass it along!" [16.08.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Fear The Worst (7) released at Seattle Premium Outlets in Tulalip, WA; "I can't wait to finish the book and pass it on. This is a great idea."; rereleased at Cultus Lake, B.C., found there, then rereleased again on October 31, 2011, at Ladner Leisure Centre in Ladner, B.C. [21.08.2011] (See the blog post here.)

Feather in the Wind (66) released in Pacific Spirit Park in Vancouver, B.C.; "Book passed to me by a friend and I will pass it on to another friend." [03.11.2007]

The Fencepost Chronicles (1) part of a mass Stanley Park release in Vancouver, B.C., to celebrate BookCrossing's 3rd birthday; "I left one of my books in its place." [17.04.2004]

Fine Things (105) released at Seattle Premium Outlets in Tulalip, WA; "I planned to take it to Hong Kong in December 2009. However I got no time to finish reading it. So I brought it back to Canada again. Right now I have read throug it and found that it's quite good. I decide to leave it in the boat as I have joined a cruise in Japan coming May 2010. It's a lot of fun - reading and circulating the book." Then, 10 months later, a journal entry by a new member in Nanaimo: "I found this book on a seat on the Horseshoe Bay Ferry to Nanaimo. Thank you for sharing this book and sending it on its journey and to those who read the book and continued to 'bless the world' by making it available to others. What a wonderful way to share books with other book lovers!" [25.01.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Fireside (The Lakeshore Chronicles) (1) released at Metrotown in Burnaby, B.C., and a one-word catch - "Interesting" - was documented before I was able to make release notes. [17.12.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Forgotten Range (76) released in Town Centre Park in Coquitlam, B.C.; "Found this book at Lougheed Mall. Planning to pass it on." [19.09.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Fraud (3) I received this from teacart and released it at "Word on the Street" in Vancouver, B.C.; rereleased in August 2007 at "Blendz on Robson & Burrard. Enjoy." [28.09.2004]

The Gammage Cup (1) released at Granville Island in Vancouver, B.C.; "Where will you go next little book?" [08.07.2010] (See the blog post here.)

The Gathering of the Winds (10) released in Pacific Spirit Park in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "It provided my friends and me with much amusement after the fireworks at English Bay. Many thanks!" [24.07.2008]

Getting Rid of Matthew (1) released at Granville Island in Vancouver, B.C.; "oh no, this book found me at the wrong time. i am simply too busy right now for this book, although it seems like a wonderful romance. so, i will have to set it free once again!" [15.07.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Gold Mine (2) released on King Edward Ave in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a Mexican; "Caught three books, this is one of them. I will read and release them." [26.08.2006]

High Country (126) released at Seattle Premium Outlets in Tulalip, WA; "Found on a ferry crossing from Victoria BC to Vancouver BC. Travelled to Phoenix with me where I had intended to release it but I didn't finish it until flying home. I will set the book free in downtown Victoria in the near future." [05.02.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Hotel du Lac (2) released in Oakridge Centre in Vancouver, B.C., and caught there by a new member; "I think it is really cool! I plan to read the book and then see if I can send it to the uk as I am heading that way soon!" [01.10.2006]

In Pale Battalions (1) released - and caught - at a bus stop in downtown Vancouver, B.C.; "I have begun reading it, not sure where I plan to leave it." [16.02.2009] (See the blog post here.)

In the Dark (45) released at the Starbucks OBCZ at Oak & 22nd in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "Worth a read. Good above average. Will be releasing soon in the UBC area." [13.11.2006]

In the Green Star's Glow (1,163) released at Joffre Lakes near Pemberton, B.C., and caught in Richmond, BC; "this looks wacky and entertaining. I'll drop it off downtown somewhere when I'm done with it." [10.10.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Invasion (16) released at the Stanley Park totem poles in Vancouver, B.C.; "found the book and will release" [18.08.2008] (See the blog post here.)

Kaleidoscope (99) released - then caught - at IHOP in Port Coquitlam, B.C., "it was a great page turner." [27.02.2010] (See the blog post here.)

The Kingmaker (424) released at the Starbucks OBCZ at Oak & 22nd in Vancouver, B.C.; rereleased in Puerto Rico; "Not a bad book, reminded me of books written by Arthur Hailey. This one is the fictionalized account of the power structure that helped push Ronald Reagen into the California Governer's office." [27.11.2007]

Last Summer at Barebones (6) released inside a Georgia Straight newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "was delighted to find this book waiting there. Looking forward to what looks to be a good read!" [07.01.2016] (See the blog post here.)

Letters from a Nut (2) my first BookCrossing release - inside a newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "Super laugh-out-loud funny funny funny! This wild book is worth the hunt!"; rereleased [10.11.2002]

Life of Pi (100) I received this from my mother and released it in Pacific Spirit Park in Vancouver, B.C.; "I found the first section quite dry even though I'm an Indiaphile but the second section was quite absorbing... and then zingo came the third section. I spent a week thinking about the ending!"; rereleased [30.09.2008] (See the blog post here.)

Lonesome Dove (23) released in Metrotown in Burnaby, B.C.; "Found this book on the bench while last minute Christmas shopping..." [13.01.2011] (See the blog post here.)

Lord of the Flies (1) released inside a Georgia Straight newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "Found at the St. Vincent de Paul thrift shop on Main Street, plan to read and release back into the wild!" [11.12.2008] (See the blog post here.)

Lost Island (116) released on a park bench in Vancouver, B.C.; "Im going to read it, and then let you know!" [29.10.2007]

Man Crazy (2,910) released at Vancouver's PNE and caught in Richmond by new member bookjunkie10; "I was delighted to find this book. I really enjoy Joyce Carol Oates' writing. A few years ago, I met her at the Vancouver Public Library when she was on a book tour to promote her non-fiction memoir: "A Widow's Story". After she read out a part of her book, I bought a copy and got her to sign it." [07.08.2014]

The Mandrake Scream (135) released at Red Robin in Vancouver, B.C., and found by a new member from Cranbrook who was in Vancouver for the first time; "Being an avid reader I couldn't stop my self from picking it up.When I am done reading The Mandrake Scream I plan on taking it to the local hospital for someone else to read" [21.02.2007]

Milk and Honey (1) released in the Sanctuary area at the PNE in Vancouver, B.C.; "sat down at a picnic table under the trees to rest and seen the book on another table. ... I think it is a neat idea."; rereleased in Maple Ridge, B.C., by uppity; multiple journallers [31.08.2006]

Myths to Live By (11) released at Seattle Premium Outlets in Tulalip, WA; "Will leave it to be found near Amsterdam." [19.09.2005]

The Naming of the Dead (43) released in Vancouver, B.C., at False Creek's 2010 Olympic Village; "Quite the coincidence - found on my way to Europe and a visit to Edinburgh Scotland. ... Let loose in Philadelphia." [21.09.2010] (See the blog post here.)

New Rules (33) I received this from polliwog and released it at "Word on the Street" in Vancouver, B.C.; "I had no money for books that day so this came as a blessing."; multiple journallers [26.10.2006]

Night Train (252) part of a mass Stanley Park release in Vancouver, B.C., to celebrate BookCrossing's 3rd birthday; multiple journallers; "I caught the book about half a year ago.I knew then that I'd be travelling to London & I thought it'd be cool to take the book along." "This is my first ever experience of bookcrossing - what a great idea! I live in Reading, UK, so will release it there, or perhaps in Oxford." [24.12.2004]

The Open Door (107) released in Bellis Fair Mall in Bellingham, WA; "My daughter in Custer, Wa. found the book on a mall bench and was amazed! ... She loved the book, the whole idea and mailed it to me in Alaska. ... Just a wonderfully fine read"; multiple journallers [15.03.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Overload (36) released at the Starbucks OBCZ at Oak & 22nd in Vancouver, B.C.; "taking it with me on a trip"; rereleased in Miami, FL, but those release notes now absent [04.11.2006]

Pawleys Island (69) released in a downtown Vancouver, B.C., park; "There is nothing like a retreat to an Island, away from it all. I like the sound of silence. It was well written; a book of kindness amongst folks and strangers. I'm glad I found and read this book." Then, two months later: "I enjoyed it very much, but it couldn't compare to a Fanny Flagg book (as has been done)." (See the blog post here.) [10.01.2011]

Poseidon's Gold (11) released in Bellis Fair Mall in Bellingham, WA; "Definitely not going to read this thing.. I was helping a friend move out of her dorm at Western Washington University, and we found this lonely book thrown on the ground in front of the elevator." [08.06.2010] (See the blog post here.)

The Prince (12) I received this from froggiepopple and released it at the Starbucks OBCZ at Oak & 22nd in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "I have been intending to read it since graduate school--what luck!" [22.09.2007]

The Prince of Deadly Weapons (1) released in Town Centre Park in Coquitlam, B.C.; "Found the book on the bench at Town Centre Park shortly after it was released. Will read and release back into the wild!" [13.08.2012] (See the blog post here.)

The Prodigal Daughter (14) released in Whistler, B.C.; "Good book however not very realistic. I will be dropping this book off in Toronto Ontario for the next person" [18.10.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Pure Drivel (135) I received this from buttonbright and released it inside a Westender newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "I think I enjoy Steve Martin more as an actor than a writer. It has the flavour of Woody Allen's writing."; multiple journallers [17.09.2005]

Reader's Digest Select Editions (104) released at the Starbucks OBCZ at Oak & 22nd in Vancouver, B.C.; "I love book crossing!" [26.09.2009]

The Red Badge of Courage (1) released at Spanish Banks beach in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "I found this book on a bench at the Spanish Banks, while I was taking a break from my bike ride. It looks interesting, so I'll be reading it."; multiple journallers [05.07.2003]

Return to Wuthering Heights (58) released near Metrotown in Burnaby, B.C.; "A classic I havent read....Thanks!! Very excited to see where this one goes and plan to add a few myself..."; caught in - or caught by someone from - New York City [26.06.2010] (See the blog post here.)

The Rich are Different (25) released in Pacific Spirit Park in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "My sister picked this book up off a bench in Vancouver BC and she took it on our annual vacation to Europe. ... I plan on taking a last minute deal to Egypt or Tunisia and I plan to leave this book there even though it has already been in a different continent and country than it started in. To the next person that finds this book..Enjoy:)" [09.07.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Riding the Iron Rooster: By Train Through China (2) released in Metrotown in Burnaby, B.C., and the finder is "saving the book to read on plane to Malaysia Jan.22." Then, "Liked book a lot,too bad that it is so old.Picked up book at Metrotown and left it in the Rumah Bali resort in Bali on Feb.25 2011." [23.12.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Rising Sun (92) released at the MGM Grand pool in Las Vegas, NV, (release notes now missing); "picked it up and brought it home to Northants, UK ... Finished it now and we are going away on the weekend so going to leave it in the hotel in Yorkshire. Happy travels." [24.06.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Rock Springs (3) released on Main Street in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "A lovely little find at car free day on Main Street. I'll be sure to pass on the gift." [16.06.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Room (90) released in Port Moody, B.C.; "This is my first book crossing book. I loved the film, and as I usually enjoy the books more than I do the films that are based on the books I was ecstatic when I saw this in the little "take a book, leave a book" house in front of the Port Moody Arts Centre." [20.07.2016] (See the blog post here.)

Scorpius (6) released at the PNE in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "It was the first time I have heard of 'bookcrossing', and the idea excited me. The book didn't." [25.08.2006]

Shampoo Planet (35) released on a Westender newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "when I noticed it from a short distance I felt a tingle. I KNEW it was a bookcrossings book. ... Off to some other lucky reader. I will release it today, most likely on the bus." [07.10.2003]

Siege (32) released at Lynn Headwaters in North Vancouver, B.C.; "I read it and plan to send it off on its travels soon." [02.10.2006]

Silence Speaks for Love (936) released at Coquitlam Centre in Coquitlam, B.C., and "found in the return bin of the New Westminster Public Library". [18.06.2012] (See the blog post here.)

Silver Bells (5) released at Metrotown in Burnaby, B.C.; "I put down my Christmas gifts and bags, and slowly picked it up. I'm so happy I'm part of this, and can't wait to share it with someone else. Thanks for sharing!" [08.12.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Silver Bells (185) released at Tulalip Casino in Tulalip, WA; "Haven't read it yet. Picked up the book at Hidden Shores." [01.06.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Simmer Down (45) released in Pacific Spirit Park in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "We found this book while walking our dog towards Spanish Banks. ... I'm going to read it, and release it soon." [03.08.2008] (See the blog post here.)

The Sisterhood (2) released in Town Centre Park in Coquitlam, B.C.; "I knew about this because of the email alerts from last night, so I went out around 1 pm today to see if it was still there, and it was! When I first found them, there was a family sitting beside the books (there were 2) on the bench, so I walked around the lake, hoping they wouldn't take them, and when I got back they were still there alone! Might be more the taste of a friend of mine, though, so I might pass it along to her!" [16.09.2012] (See the blog post here.)

The Sisters (2) released inside a Georgia Straight newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "plan to read" [16.01.2010] (See the blog post here.)

The Skin of Culture (2) I received this from goatgrrl and released it at "Word on the Street" in Vancouver, B.C.; "I was very pleased to find this book. ... Maybe this will inspire me to re-read some McLuhan too. Once I'm done with it, I'll pass it on. ... some provocative ideas about the potential of electronic culture."; rereleased [27.09.2004]

Social Things (1,108) released at the Starbucks OBCZ at Oak & 22nd in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "I recently graduated from UBC, and learning about Sociology is helping me deal with my not-going-back-to-school-September-nostalgia."; rereleased in Vancouver [22.09.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Sword of the Demon (6) released inside a Georgia Straight newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C.; "She grabbed a newspaper out from under a paperback and then closed the door. We started to walk away when I said, "Wait..." and returned to the box. "Maybe it's a BookCrossing book!" It was!"; rereleased in Duncan, BC, and caught again! [20.08.2008] (See the blog post here.)

The Telling of Lies (5) released in Town Centre Park in Coquitlam, B.C.; "it has been moving". [11.07.2012] ** My 100th catch! ** (See the blog post here.) 

The Third World War (21) released in Whistler, B.C., and caught by a new member from Manly, NSW, Australia; "very excited to find it confirmed the story told to my lunch companions regarding the existence of a public library being created "some people in england, i think". I have yet to read the book but will be passing it on again soon." [02.08.2007]

Towards Zero (7) released at the MGM Grand pool in Las Vegas, NV, (release notes now missing) and caught by a new member from New York state; "I had just finished a book I received as a gift and was getting desperate for something, anything to read. And there he was getting all sunburned & needing my attention. So I enjoyed his company for the rest of my trip & brought him with me to Coram,Long Island, New York" [30.03.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Tuesdays with Morrie (1) released in Town Centre Park in Coquitlam, B.C.; "Just picked up this book on a local park bench while I was out walking with my 11 month old son. Look forward to reading it and sending it on its way!" [17.07.2012] (See the blog post here.)

Unbound (28) released at Kingsgate Mall in Vancouver, B.C.; "I loved all the details about rare books. Wasn't so fond of the conspiracy." [30.04.2010] (See the blog post here.)

The Venetian Playboy's Bride (43) released in Pinetree Village in Coquitlam, B.C.; "I feel like I learned a bit of the history of Venice" ... "Not much into Harlequin Romance, but I like the concept of how I got the book!" [07.01.2010] (See the blog post here.)

The Villa (25) released at Granville Island in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member from Winnipeg, MB; multiple journallers and rereleased in Mexico, twice! [03.06.2009] (See the blog post here.)

Visions of Sugar Plums (95) released in the Sanctuary area at the PNE in Vancouver, B.C.; "Mildly amusing sprinkled with dysfunctional family & holiday hijinx." [03.12.2006]

Voodoo River (14) released at the MGM Grand pool in Las Vegas, NV, (release notes now missing) and caught by someone from Victoria, B.C.; "a lovely gesture ... i was already immersed in a book but look forward to enjoying this - thanks canada!!" [02.04.2008]

Waking Raphael (246) released during Car-Free Day on Commercial Drive in Vancouver, B.C.; "I've now read it and released it in Hua Hin, Thailand." [15.02.2009] (See the blog post here.)

What Remains (26) released inside a Georgia Straight newspaper box in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a new member; "Wasn't typically the kind of book I'd pick up and read but did anyways. ... Will release this afternoon near Cambie & Broadway somewhere..." [24.09.2007]

Windmills of the Gods (20) released at Pacific Spirit Park in Vancouver, B.C.; "I came across this book as I was walking through the park one evening trying to calm my thoughts down. I was to be at the hospital very early in the morning for a long test. I had forgotten to go to the library and get something to read as the test requires sitting quietly for 3 hours waiting... Such a blessing to see a book - just what I needed." [03.08.2008] (See the blog post here.)

Windmills of the Gods (33) released at Seattle Premium Outlets in Tulalip, WA, and caught by a new member from Merritt, B.C. [13.10.2010] (See the blog post here.)

Yang the Second and Her Secret Admirers (2) released at Granville Island in Vancouver, B.C.; "When i go to Seattle ill leave the book somewhere. im too lazy to read it though, sorry." [09.07.2010] (See the blog post here.)

The Yemenite Girl (2) released on King Edward Ave in Vancouver, B.C., and caught by a Mexican [26.08.2006]
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Stats:
Wild releases = 782
Wild releases caught = 111
Percentage = 14.194373401534527

BookCrossing: Forgotten Range

Another catch from a Town Centre Park release! I left Forgotten Range on a park bench on July 6, 2010, and the catch arrived on September 19, 2010. Here it is:
Found this book at Lougheed Mall. Planning to pass it on.

Monday, October 4, 2010

DVD players in vans

We were standing in the kitchen, having a drink of water.

"That thing you said, about DVD players in vans being a sign of the end of civilization?" I said.

"Yeah?"

"You might be onto something."

-- Fear the Worst by Linwood Barclay