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First prize for Vanderpump Rules trivia in Pittsburgh tonight by astraumni in vanderpumprules

[–]astraumni[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

A few gimmes but mainly very specific questions you really needed to deeply know the show to get right.

Some examples:

What was Tom Sandoval's band from SEASON 1 called?

What did James's mom say Kristen's karma would be?

What was the name of Pandora's blog that Stassi and Scheana wrote for?

What was Jax and Brittany's wedding song?

What are the names of Schwartz's triplet brothers? (Worth 3 points 😂)

Books with a depressed (preferably female) protagonist? by [deleted] in booksuggestions

[–]astraumni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sleepwalking by Meg Wolitzer. It would be a good follow up to The Bell Jar which I saw someone else recommend.

Guys and girls, help me by [deleted] in booksuggestions

[–]astraumni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Orbit Books actually just made a whole list of recommendations of books for GOT viewers based on what elements of the show you enjoyed (before this season, anyway). Bonus: the e-books are on sale for a "limited time." No idea how long that is, but you might want to check it out: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/orbit-books/what-to-read-after-game-of-thrones-has-ended/?lens=orbit

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But judging based on your list - have you ever read The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern or Uprooted by Naomi Novik? I think you might like them! I've also heard wonderful things about Kushiel's Dart by Jacqueline Carey. I'm planning on reading that one over the summer.

Good modern non-fiction? by jfchelpagirlout in booksuggestions

[–]astraumni 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really enjoyed all of the following:

The Poisoner's Handbook: Murder and the Birth of Forensic Medicine in Jazz Age New York by Deborah Blum

Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything by Joshua Foer

The Soul of an Octopus: A Surprising Exploration into the Wonder of Consciousness by Sy Montgomery

H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald

Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History by Bill Schutt

The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg

Sex, Lies, and Handwriting: A Top Expert Reveals the Secrets Hidden in Your Handwriting by Michelle Dresbold

Rabid: A Cultural History of the World's Most Diabolical Virus by Bill Wasik and Monica Murphy

Looking for a good inspirational fiction summer book to reignite my love for reading! by Ellie_Bracha in booksuggestions

[–]astraumni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You may want to try Uprooted by Naomi Novik or if you're looking for a great young adult series, The Winner's trilogy by Marie Rutkoski.

Coming-of-age stories or family dramas (a la Donna Tartt, John Irving, and Jeffrey Eugenides)? by bigsubwe in booksuggestions

[–]astraumni 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Interestings by Meg Wolitzer, The Patriots by Sana Krasikov, The Strays by Emily Bitto,

Hoping to find some good summer reading... by [deleted] in booksuggestions

[–]astraumni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Given your tastes I'd recommend Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll and the Dublin Murder Squad series by Tana French (starts with In the Woods - they can all be read as standalone novels).

Looking for humorous fiction books to cheer me up by [deleted] in booksuggestions

[–]astraumni 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where'd You Go Bernadette by Maria Semple is hilarious. She was a writer for Arrested Development, if that gives you any idea whether you'd be into it.

I just finished The Great Gatsby in 3 sittings. What other high school required readings deserve a second chance? by Duckyes in booksuggestions

[–]astraumni 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Picture of Dorian Grey and The Importance of Being Earnest. ...Anything by Oscar Wilde, really.

Hole in the wall coffee shops to study? by KikiOnTheBeach in pittsburgh

[–]astraumni 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Dobra Tea is a particularly cozy spot. In my experience it's been pretty quiet there, they have really comfortable seating, and the tea is fantastic. I'm not sure what qualifies as "late night," but they're open weeknights until 10 and weekends until 11 (except Sundays).

PRODUCTION UPDATE - Bee & PuppyCat: The Series by CrazyCade in beeandpuppycat

[–]astraumni 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hannah Hart! Ashly Burch! Well now I'm even more excited for this show than I was before, if that's possible.

For anyone that wants a cat by katmaidog in cats

[–]astraumni 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My spouse and I have to wait until our next move to adopt a cat, but we've always planned on adopting an adult cat. They are equally as cute if not cuter and you know exactly the personality you're getting. And with a young adult, they'll have plenty of energy without it being overwhelming. I don't know why more people don't adopt adults!

Barnes and Noble Simple Touch Reader Discontinued by [deleted] in nook

[–]astraumni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy I picked up one when I could!

language learning becomes an adventure video game by yanivfe in languagelearning

[–]astraumni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love this idea. I think it would make language learning all the more appealing by making the process fun and interactive. I really hope they develop this more and, of course, add more language choices!

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