#LegendAthon Day of Reading Sprints

TL;DR

Two friends enjoy a cozy reading session while making mac and cheese in a slow cooker.

Transcript

are alive living I'm just going to post on Instagram to say that we are live in case anyone and would like to join us uh story oh um one of them is a paperback of Pandora this book set in the 1800s oh yeah is that any good yes I really liked it um hi everyone hi I'm just posting on Instagram to remind people that we're here I've got a gel and I got... Read More

Key Insights

• 📔 The friends enjoy a cozy reading session together and share their current book recommendations.
• ❓ Both friends appreciate retellings of myths and folklore in their reading choices.

Questions & Answers

Q: What are the friends reading during their reading session?

One friend is reading "The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea," a retelling of a Korean folktale, while the other friend is reading "Alcestis," a retelling of the Greek myth.

Q: What are some other popular retellings and literary recommendations?

Two popular recommendations for retellings are "Circe" by Madeline Miller and the "Folk of the Air" series by Holly Black. Other literary recommendations include "The Poppy War" by R.F. Kuang and "Duck Feet" by Eli Percy.

Q: Are the friends enjoying their current reads?

One friend is enjoying the fast-paced nature of her book, while the other friend is intrigued by the mythology and retelling elements in her book.

Q: What are some favorite books of the year?

Some favorite books mentioned include "The Testament of Mary" by Colm Tóibín, "Ducks, Newburyport" by Lucy Ellmann, and "The Winter of the Witch" by Katherine Arden.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The friends announce their live Instagram session and discuss the book they are currently reading.

• They share their plans for a reading hour in the evenings and how it helps them make progress with their books.

• They mention the cold weather in their locations and engage with viewers about their reading plans and current weather conditions.