Ok, let me start out by saying I am addicted to books and that I don't like mysteries or fantasy. BJD was awesome and so are most of the books of that genre that most of the people have mentioned on this post. Mauve Binchy rocks!
I have to give a little plug for Harry Potter though. I refused to read them until two months ago b/c I always insist that I don't like fantasy. I can't tell you how obsessed I have become with the books. I read the first one, bought the next three and had them all done within about two weeks. I saw the movie on opening night and now I am actually considering reading a book for the second time so that I can reread them. You have to understand, I NEVER read books twice b/c it bores me.
I also just bought a book that I haven't seen anyone mention. It is called The Scandalous Summer of Sissy LeBlanc , by Loraine Despres. It looks pretty entertaining, but I promised myself I would get all the way through The Lord of the Rings before I touch it (gotta go see the movie with my guy friends who will not forgive me if I don't read the book first).
As far as books on tape/cd go, make sure to check out the collection at your local library. When I take long drives I always check them rather than buying them. My video store also has a collection and gives pretty good rates.
Happy reading!
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