Last of the Mohicans is also in my top books - maybe in my top ten! And I'm not familiar with Children of the Covered Wagon but it sounds exactly like the kind of books I devoured as a kid too.

I've found a Kindle to be a very nice addition to my library, it makes traveling and reading so much easier...also satisfies my "instant gratification" urge when it strikes. On our long road trip this summer I read about 16 books, and all on the Kindle. At home, I still have a stack on the nightstand, and always will. I'm about to dive into Michener's The Source.

I've really liked your interview -- not surprised though, because I've always enjoyed your posts. Sorry about your fingers and the guitar... I know how that is. Do you have RA? It's rather rampant in our house, and can really play havoc with fingers.

Thanks for the good read.