New Meaning to Summer Project

As usual, I am not the first one on the scene. Perhaps you know of the Twilight Saga series? Given that the first book has been made into a motion picture to be released later in November, it's clear that many, many people are aware of this series. (It's technically teen lit but I don't let that hold me up.)

My friends have been raving about the series -- stating that they are staying up until 1 AM to read more. With our schedules that says a lot. Willing to sacrifice sleep for reading....not sure I could go there just yet. And with the basic premise of the books involving a love story between a human and a vampire I was certain this was not a series for me. I don't do scary.

Well, on a recent trip to see my sister and her new baby I found myself with some actual down time (say what?!). I scooted out to the bookstore and decided to give it a go. I had been assured by my friends that it isn't scary and definitely worth the read. I am half way through the first book, Twlight, and can concur. So far, SO GOOD! In fact, I can't wait to get back to it. (Side bar: It was a fun connection to begin reading while on a trip to Phoenix. The main character is from Phoenix and is the author.)

What I really like about this series is that the author, Stephanie Meyer, is a mom who literally dreamt the book. She began writing while her kids were at swim lessons and in the course of that summer finished a 500 page book. And what did I do last summer?

I will simply say, I am inspired. A new bee is swarming in my bonnet!