I know my goal this year is to read A through C on the TBR bookcase, but when Julie Wilson’s Seen Reading came out in publication, I couldn’t wait to jump on a copy and read it. Self-styled the BookMadam, Julie can be found in several different online and social media manifestations. She began the Seen Reading project several years ago by observing readers on Toronto transit and taking note of what they’re reading. A true literary voyeur, Julie provides a brief description of the person and the book title, author and if possible the page number they’re on. She then takes it one step further and imagines who this reader is, what their life is like. This is what makes Seen Reading so unique. Filled with micro short stories, we catch a glimpse of little episodes of these readers’ lives, many of which are inspired by the type of fiction they are reading. Beautifully written, Seen Reading is a delightful glimpse into the world of books and readers from a true bibliophile.
Check out her website at www.seenreading.com and if you come across a fellow reader amongst your travels, take note and add your own voyeuristic moment on Twitter with #seenreading.
Till next time, happy reading!
L J
"Beautifully written, Seen Reading is a delightful glimpse into the world of books and readers from a true bibliophile."
ReplyDeleteI couldn't ask for a better endorsement. Thank you!