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Books I’m Loving Right Now

The life of a mom or busy woman can sometimes be exhausting and overwhelming – even on a good day! – so when I choose books to read I usually choose something to make me laugh, inspire me, or quiet the mind.

Here is a list of several books that either tickled my funny bone or made me sigh with relief that I wasn’t alone in this thing called parenting. So find a comfy chair, grab some coffee, or a glass of wine,  and settle in for some “me” time.

Happy reading!

laundry or dieDo Your Laundry Or You’ll Die Alone: Advice your mom would give you if she thought you were listening by Becky Blades:
A book born from a goodbye email to her daughter before she leaves for college. This book is filled with the kind of advice – 270 wise and witty golden nuggets to be exact – that takes a lifetime to procure and a mother’s love to create. I nodded my head with each one. Becky’s gorgeous mixed-media illustrations and life lessons make this a book to cherish and one you will reach for over and over again. A must for any young woman going off to college or into the world. You can find Do Your Laundry on amazon.

be aloneI Just Want To Be Alone by Jen of People I Want to Punch in the Throat and Some Super Cool Lady Writers:
Is the follow-up to the best-selling anthology I Just Want To Pee Alone. That’s right, the talented bloggers and writers are back making us laugh and spilling the dirt on what they want most – to be alone! What I loved about this book is the message that even when you love your spouse to the moon and back (or want to throttle them) we all need some precious time alone to shut down the engines and gather our sanity. Who among us hasn’t had to hide in the bathroom, or closet, just to have a few moments of peace and quiet? I know I have. You can find I Just Want To Pee Alone on amazon.

suburbanSuburban Haiku: Poetic Dispatches from Behind the Picket Fence by Peyton Price:
When I think of haiku’s I am reminded of english class, and the struggle to make sense in just 17 syllables – don’t kid yourself, it’s hard! But Peyton Price makes haikus fun. I’ve been following Suburban Haiku’s clever tweets and Facebook updates for the last few years, enjoying the sometimes hilarious, sometimes snarky, though always spot-on quips, as she shares her life and observations as a mom in the ‘burbs in just a few words. This book is an absolute delight and a must read for anyone who enjoys a clever read. You can find Peyton’s book on amazon.

meltdown2-194x300The Mother Of All Meltdowns: Real stories of moms’ finest (worst, completely awful) moments by Crystal Ponti and a Bunch of Hot Mamas Losing Their Cool: What mom alive hasn’t lost her cool at some time? As a woman and mom who has had to give herself a time-out on more than one occasion, it was a relief to know I’m not alone. The stories are written by moms who have been there, survived that, and bring you along for the ride. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll buy one for a friend. Find The Mother Of All Meltdowns on amazon.

you-have-lipstick-on-your-teeth-L-KW8b19“You have lipstick on your teeth” and other things you’ll only hear from you friends In The Powder Room edited by Leslie Marinelli:
From the talented writers and bloggers of the telling-it-like-it-is, no holds barred – In ThePowderRoom.com, is a collection of smart, sassy essays about motherhood, womanhood, and everything in between, that had me laughing the whole way on a cross country flight, which is no easy feat since I’m terrified of flying! I had to tilt the book just so from my fellow passengers, as a few titles brazenly dropped the v-bomb (lady-bits!), lest they think I was reading a medical journal, or worse, porn. Find You Have Lipstick On Your Teeth on amazon.

 

 

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  1. SHELLEY R ZUREK says

    April 22, 2014 at 7:13 am

    I think I would like to start with “You have lipstick on your teeth. Thanks for the review

    Reply
    • Carpool Goddess says

      April 22, 2014 at 8:28 am

      My pleasure. Thanks for reading!

      Reply
  2. Abby says

    April 22, 2014 at 7:58 am

    Yay! A couple of those look familiar and I’m so happy that you enjoyed them! As for the others, a couple are on my list for myself and for Mother’s Day with your seal of approval.

    Reply
    • Carpool Goddess says

      April 22, 2014 at 8:29 am

      Delighted to pass on some wonderful books. Happy reading!

      Reply
  3. Alli @ Diapers-n-Heels says

    April 22, 2014 at 8:18 am

    We’re always looking for a good book. Can’t wait to check these out!

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    • Carpool Goddess says

      April 22, 2014 at 8:30 am

      Enjoy, Alli!

      Reply
  4. Cara says

    April 22, 2014 at 8:50 am

    Updating my Amazon list right now!

    Reply
  5. Cathy Chester says

    April 22, 2014 at 9:20 am

    All books I want to read! Plus my dear friend, Jennifer Barbour, is featured in the Mother of all Meltdowns.

    Love your book reviews, Linda!

    Reply
    • Carpool Goddess says

      April 22, 2014 at 3:56 pm

      It was a fun read!

      Reply
  6. Lois Alter Mark says

    April 22, 2014 at 9:51 am

    What a great list! So many good writers in all of these books and so many topics I can relate to! Can’t wait to dig in!

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    • Carpool Goddess says

      April 22, 2014 at 3:57 pm

      Enjoy, Lois!

      Reply
  7. Hayley says

    April 22, 2014 at 10:16 am

    Thanks for the suggestions. If you want to add to your list, I just read a great one called “Where did you go Bernadette” by Maria Semple. I enjoyed it a lot and read it cover to cover on a single plane ride. (yes, it was a long one)

    Reply
    • Carpool Goddess says

      April 22, 2014 at 3:58 pm

      Hayley, I liked that one too. Long plane ride indeed!

      Reply
  8. Rachel says

    April 22, 2014 at 11:54 am

    Great books! I love all the advice! Will have to check those out!!

    Reply
  9. Sheryl says

    April 22, 2014 at 12:59 pm

    Great list – there’s never enough time to get to everything, and I so appreciate hearing other’s thoughts on worthwhile reads. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Carpool Goddess says

      April 22, 2014 at 3:58 pm

      I agree, Sheryl. It would be so nice to have time to read everything.

      Reply
  10. Carol Cassara says

    April 22, 2014 at 2:12 pm

    These would make great Mother’s Day gifts for sisters, etc.
    Carol
    http://www.carolcassara.com

    Reply
  11. Anne Herwick says

    April 22, 2014 at 3:41 pm

    I so need to put all of these books on my list. They look like great reads!!

    Reply
  12. Haralee Weintraub says

    April 22, 2014 at 4:13 pm

    Good list, thanks for putting it together!

    Reply
  13. Justine Marie says

    April 22, 2014 at 4:31 pm

    Love from http://www.temeculablogs.com !!

    Reply
  14. Judy Krell Freedman says

    April 22, 2014 at 5:57 pm

    Will have to check these books out. Thanks for the tips.

    Reply
  15. Katie Hurley says

    April 22, 2014 at 5:59 pm

    I’ve had a few of these on my “to read” list and really need to get to them!

    Reply
  16. Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff says

    April 22, 2014 at 6:53 pm

    Great books! I love all the advice! Will have to check those out!!

    Reply
  17. Karen @BakingInATornado says

    April 23, 2014 at 7:59 am

    So excited to see The Mother of all Meltdowns included in such a great group of books. Thank you!

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    • Carpool Goddess says

      April 24, 2014 at 4:20 pm

      Really enjoyed it!

      Reply
  18. Helene Cohen Bludman says

    April 24, 2014 at 10:57 am

    I’ve read a couple of these but will put the others on my TBR list right away. Thanks for the recommendations!

    Reply
    • Carpool Goddess says

      April 24, 2014 at 4:19 pm

      My pleasure! Thanks for reading.

      Reply

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