Wrap It Up!-Chapter One

Books For Those That Like Their Stories True(ish)

My Christmas wish for you is this, as we navigate through another trying year, let books be the gift you choose to give. To others, and to yourself.

May they provide an escape, a perspective on the unconceivable, a lesson in how to do better, to be better, a door into a world of wonder, a glimpse at an everyday hero’s inspirational tale, a reminder that laughter is indeed the best medicine, that words and stories are sustenance for the soul, and in our darkest moments, a soft place to land.

Find a cozy spot, crack open a book and have a wonderful, joyous, and peaceful holiday season.

MY EFFIN’ LIFE – GEDDY LEE

Iconic Canadian rock legend and rock and roll hall of famer Geddy Lee releases his long-awaited memoir. For nearly five decades, his skills as a bassist, vocalist and writer have served his country well, being a member of the beloved progressive rock trio, Rush. Now he invites us into his life, both inside and outside the band. He holds nothing back and leaves us with a uniquely poignant memoir. I feel a playlist coming on.

THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE OF AN ORDINARY MAN – PAUL NEWMAN

A raw and unvarnished memoir from an American Icon. Nothing is held back, his traumatic childhood, his career, his drinking, his love of women, it’s all there for us to see. When I dug into this book, I wasn’t expecting to find this talented, and let’s be honest, beautiful, man to be so self-aware and honest. Never shying away from his own failings, some as a father, some as a husband, I was riveted! It's revelatory, introspective, and profound. If you get a chance to pair this with the viewing of the documentary series The Last Movie Stars, directed by Ethan Hawke, you must do so. It’s a standout!

MAKING IT SO – PATRICK STEWART

From his acclaimed stage triumphs to his legendary onscreen work in the Star Trek and X-Men franchises, Sir Patrick Stewart has captivated audiences around the world and across generations with his talent. With elegant and beautiful prose, he takes the reader through his recollections of the life he has lived with humor, candor, and heart. An artist whose story proves as fascinating as the characters he has played.

And a few more…

Behind The Seams: My Life In Rhinestones – Dolly Parton

My Name Is Barbra – Barbra Streisand

Pageboy – Elliot Page