19 Mar 2006 12:09 PM

My Top Ten Book List - For Now

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I guess you've figured out by now that I love to read. But I also love listening to music, going to movies and a great football game. But for today, I'm going to give you my Top Ten List for books. There are three categories: Fiction, Non-Fiction and Religious Non-Fiction so I'll go ahead, be a little obsessive and give you my Top Ten of both. Most are within the LDS category, but not all. I will never recommend anything that is not appropriate to read with the family.

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Fiction #10: All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriott (although I love anything by him!) #9: Brothers, Where Angels Fall and Second Sun by Chris Stewart #8: Nothing to Regret by Tristi Pinkston #7: Journey to the Promise by Joanne Arnold #6: Into the Fire by Jeffrey S. Savage #5: House of Secrets by Jeffrey S. Savage #4: Out of Jerusalem Vol. 1: Of Goodly Parents by H.B. Moore #3: Out of Jerusalem: A Light in the Wilderness by H.B. Moore #2: Race Against Time by Willard Boyd Gardner #1: Children of the Promise Series by Dean Hughes (You can't go wrong with this intense series about an American family surviving the events of World War II.)

Religious Non-Fiction #10: Gethsemane by Andrew Skinner #9: Following the Light of Christ Into His Presence by John Pontius #8: The Infinite Atonement by Tad R. Callister #7: The Messiah Series by Bruce R. McConkie #6: Gate of Heaven by Matthew B. Brown #5: Temple and the Cosmos by Hugh Nibley (You can't really go wrong with any of Hugh Nibley's books. Although an interesting tidbit told to a friend by Hugh Nibley, "It's better to read my books back to front. Hmmmm." #4: Prophets, Priests and Kings by Andrew Skinner #3: Lectures on Faith by Joseph Smith, Jr. #2: Eve and the Choice Made in Eden by Beverly Campbell #1: Plan of Salvation by Matthew B. Brown (I have every one of this theologians books . . . I love his work, his insight and his thoroughness.)

Non-Fiction #10: Emma and Joseph by Gracia Jones #9: Hugh Nibley: A Consecrated Life by Jay Peterson #8: Parenting the Ephraim's Child by Jamie Theler #7: The Message by Lance Richardson #6: Behind the Smile by Marie Osmond #5: Led by the Hand of Christ by Suzanne Freeman as told to Shirley Bahlmann #4: Through the Window of Life by Suzanne Freeman as told to Shirley Bahlmann #3: Let Freedom Ring by Sean Hannity #2: The Proper Role of Government by Ezra Taft Benson #1: Who's Looking Out for You? By Bill O'Reilly

For all the books I recommend for reading, you can check out my website at www.candacesalima.com/authorbio.htm. They're listed to the left of my biography. I can't help it . . . I highly recommend the books I have written as well. I have worked hard to hone my craft and am proud of the work I have done. So check out Out of the Shadows . . . Into the Light, 13 and 0: Reflections of Champions, and my latest, Forged in the Refiner's Fire. Shameless promotion I know . . . but hey, when I recommend good reading, I really recommend good reading! Happy fun!

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What are some of your favorites? I'm always on the lookout for new authors and great books.

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6 comments so far

Bill Gardner (15) 31 Mar 2006 04:09 PM

It's always interesting to read someone else's top ten book list. It reminds me that there are a lot of good books out there I need to read. I liked seeing good ol' Jeff Savage on the list, and I do ned to get busy with the Chris Stewart books and HB Moore's series.

Candace Salima (1593) 31 Mar 2006 05:44 PM

You'll love 'em! What are some of your favorites?

ShannaMB (48) 01 Apr 2006 01:06 AM

I try and keep a list going that I add to. I started this on my mission when I did service at a library. Which was really bad in some ways because I'm addicted to reading!

However, because I loved reading so much we were actually able to teach one of the persons who worked at the library--he didn't join the church, but he was an incredible person. So I felt validated!! ;)

I'm going to have to check some of these out. I have to admit that I read very little religious fiction, and I'm not a huge fan of non-fiction although I do read non-fiction once in a while. I need to broaden my horizons!

Thanks for the list Candace!

Candace Salima (1593) 01 Apr 2006 04:33 PM

I've run into missionaries who have done the same. They have lists of books, music and movies they want to buy when they are off their missions. Often, when they run into me again they ask, "Sister Salima, what books are you reading now and what should I add to my list." I have to admit, it gives me warm fuzzies.

wally (17) 04 Apr 2006 03:17 PM

This is great, I wonder if you have ever read Og Mandino? I lovve the spirit of his work. YBIC

Candace Salima (1593) 05 Apr 2006 11:58 AM

Og Mandino? No. I'll check for his work at Amazon. Thanks for the recommendation.

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