I’ve been reading a lot lately. September and October seemed to be a good time for publishing books, as I had a lot of books land on my to-be-read pile. So many, that it became my Yo-you-seriously-need-to-read-some-of-these pile. So, I thought I’d look up a quote about books or reading for today’s one liner. I turned to one of my favorite authors, Mark Twain.

“If books are not good company, where will I find it?”

Samuel Clemens – a.k.a. Mark Twain

This post is part of Linda G. Hill’s fun weekly series One-Liner Wednesday. If you have a one-liner, or if you would like to join in on the fun, you can follow this link to participate and to see the one-liners from the other participants.

Speaking of books.

All five of my current books are now available in audio book form thanks to Amazon KDP’s Virtual Voice process. The voice is AI generated, but I can honestly say, it’s pretty darn good. The audio books are reasonably priced (all below $7 US) and, if you already own the Kindle version and want to add an audio version, you can do that for $1.99. There is a five-minute sample on the book page for each book. If you’re interested, click on any of the Dreamer’s Alliance book links below the image or on the link below for my latest book.

Bridge to Nowhere

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66 responses to “Book Buddy – 1LinerWeds”

  1. Your autumn is certainly splendid, Dan. I love that quote and I too am wending my way through a great deal of recent publications.

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    1. We have had remarkable fall color this year, Robbie. Even as it winds down, the trees are beautiful.

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  2. Breathtaking photos!!!! That squirrel begging was a hoot! Plus, I have one for you to check out. It’s for sale for $1.5M https://www.historicalhomesofamerica.com/post/1882-georgia-stranger-things-house-with-breathtaking-interior-lists-at-1-5m-see-inside?fbclid=IwAR2jP4gvo4-CRDK_lo0WNR0vnvmM4lKL8obn5WXvVLsIGMRMv3TkaateWdg Check out the doors on this place!!!

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    1. Those are beautiful – I like that “time is of the essence.” I guess more people have a spare $1.5 mil than I imagined.

      Would you like this included with this week’s Thursday Doors?

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      1. Sure… I considered it but since I hadn’t been the one taking the photographs, didn’t know if it was allowed or not. There’s more than enough doors in that place to satisfy any door lover! LOL It was/is just an amazing house. I would think they’d need a couple of full-time housekeepers, though. :)

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        1. We don’t require that a participant takes the photo, only that it can be shared.

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  3. Lovely warm light and long shadows… :-)

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  4. Beautiful autumn colors especially that orange-colored tree above the building.

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    1. Thanks Frank. That’s one of the colors that pops out.

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  5. More images that show just how much there is to admire close by. I am partial to that shot of the playground, but I have to admire that leaf for showing us what a long-tailed rabbit would look like. Interestingly, my reading these days has been a re-visit to Mark Twain. The news gets me down, and Twain picks me up.

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    1. Several years ago, I began my writing journey when our daughter gave me a chance to write in the library of the Mark Twain House for three hours. I was a wonderful experience.

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      1. WOW. I can’t even imagine!

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  6. As long as Smokey is around, he can blunt the disappointing lack of bunnies.
    😉

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    1. The bunnies are here, but they are here very early in the morning when it’s too dark to get a decent photo. They also trip the motion sensor light on our shed during the night.

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      1. No worries. Smokey is a rarity to me as well…

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  7. I love Mark Twain quotes. I spent a good amount of time last night looking up books online and putting a hold on them at the library. I cannot imagine not reading on a daily basis and feel like I’m missing something if I don’t have a couple in reserve.

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    1. I have a pile that will carry me through the holidays. I always seem to add to it before I hit bottom.

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  8. Hahaha! Smokey takes “tree hugger” to new heights Dan! And that squirrel begging for a peanut seems to be saying, “Whaddya mean I can’t come in! I thought we were friends.”

    The huge orange tree by the house is gorgeous, as is the lone red leaf.

    The leaf shadow looks like a camel who managed to bend his neck down with his head up!

    Old Glory is always at the ready.
    Ginger

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    1. The tree hugging Smokey wanted me to toss him a peanut (he was in someone else’s yard. I told him where to go for handouts.

      The little one that wants to come in actually knocks on the door. I think she has the system figured out.

      There is a bit of a camel hump to that shadow – don’t tell Rivergirl.

      Speaking of humps, it’s up and over today, Ginger. Make it a good one.

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  9. Love the one-liner, Dan. Too bad Twain was’t here to say, “Never judge a book by its movie.’___ R. Choate

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    1. Hahaha – that’s an excellent thought, GP.

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  10. Most of the leaves here in rural Tennessee have already fallen off the trees. Although we had some nice colors going on, it wasn’t as brilliant as it past years and didn’t stay as long.

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    1. That’s the kind of fall we were expecting, but the trees have surprised us.

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  11. I have to agree with Twain. Beautiful images. And what a difference between our regions. My trees are denuded of leaves. There are still some areas with a bit more than others but less and less.

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    1. I think he makes a valid point, Dale. Our trees are losing leaves fast (except the oaks) but holding onto their color until the end.

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      1. We have marcescent oaks here. I love their rustle in the winter…

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  12. Mr Twain was a wise soul. There is a world of comfort to be found in books. I love your Autumn lineup of photos Dan.

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    1. Thanks Cheryl. Each book is a gift.

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  13. Love the photos. Happy reading, Dan. (We won’t discuss my overflowing Kindle.)

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    1. Your secret is safe. Thanks.

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  14. What do you mean I can’t come in?! I have good manners! That is such a cute photo.
    Your trees are beautiful. Some of ours have turned but a lot of them go from green to gone. I don’t know what happens, but the leaves just drop.

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    1. She does have good manners, but no. She’s pretty smart to figure out that we respond to knocks.

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  15. Books are always good company, but some books become family. More exquisite leaf pictures, thank you.

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    1. I do have some that are very special.

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  16. Oh my, Golden Hour at the playground is gorgeous!! I like books for company as well.
    Your Maple leaf is so pretty. Our Fire Maple is still mostly green, and with yesterday’s snow and the low temperatures of late I fear the leaves will just fall off now sans changing color at all.

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    1. We are having a gorgeous fall. The oak trees are turning a dull orange, but they are only falling slowly. I hope they fall within the next few weeks. Our last leaf pickup is about a month away.

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  17. Dan, this post has given me a blast of autumn colors. Much-needed. Although I’m visiting family in WA, and the awesome colors are here in Leavenworth and on the drive through Stevens Pass to Camano Island. Next stop Seattle, then back to CA. Must say Puget Sound and the distant Mt. Baker have my heart. Love having the panoramic view from the beach house. Peaceful living at its best. Happy November in CT. Of course, I love CT as well. 📚🎶 Christine

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    1. You love CT and I love WA. I loved looking up and seeing Mt. Baker. Camano island was a favorite getaway when I lived there (78-81).

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      1. Dan, Camano Island has to be my favorite getaway too. The clouds dispersed and the mountains came into view, but not Mt. Baker today.📚🎶Christine

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        1. I love the way the mountains pop in and out of the clouds.

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  18. That’s an excellent quote and so Twain. The shadow leaf looks like a reindeer to me. The colours and the light are glorious. Is the flag still at half mast . 💜💜

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    1. Reindeer is another good guess. I do enjoy Twain’s quotes. The flag is at full staff (I am happy to see that).

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  19. Outside of a dog, a book is a man’s bet friend. Inside a dog, it’s too dark to read. – Groucho Marx

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    1. I love that quote, too!

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  20. I love all the glorious autumn colors. And, the quote from Mark Twain is so true. Some of my best friends are books :)

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    1. We are having a wonderful autumn this year, Janis. But, after the leaves have fallen and been raked, it will be a wonderful time to read some books.

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  21. Super autmn photos, Dan. I like the quote too.

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  22. Really stunning Autumn pictures Dan!

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  23. I have told myself I cannot buy any more books until I finish the two I’m reading now. Yours is on my, to buy, list. Beautiful photos! You are good at capturing the light through the leaves.

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    1. Thanks for having me in there, JoAnna.

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  24. Yes, I agree. Books are good company, lovely to visit with, and much easier to clean-up after once they leave or are put on the shelf.

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  25. What a powerful one-liner, Dan! And your photos – Autumn perfect! 🍂🍁🍂

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    1. He was a brilliant man.

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  26. One of the most beautiful things I know is sunlight through leaves, especially autumn leaves.

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    1. It is a beautiful sight

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  27. pretty trees. I see a dinosaur in the shadow of the leaf. I just read a terrible book (not yours) of a trilogy. I decided not to read the second book (not yours). I will be reading Harlan Coben’s and Lawrence Block’s books back to back.

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    1. Haha – I’m glad the terrible book wasn’t mine ;-) Dinosaur is quite possible.

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  28. Well said, Mark Twain. My TBR is looong. Beautiful photo gallery, Dan.

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    1. Thanks Jennie. That TBR is a long list of friends.

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      1. I will remember that…good friends. 🙂

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  29. What a great quotation. Hats off to Twain.

    As usual, I loved the photos.

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