In an effort to be positive this month, “Oooh! Look how much I read despite being easily distracted!”

Ductigami, Wilson
Yes, the expected projects are there, as are some actually practical more exotic ones. The part I especially liked was the history of the tape. Three stars.

Mummies: the newest, coolest & creepiest from around the world, Tanaka (Y)
I learned new things about Egyptian mummies from this book, which says a lot since I read bedtime books to a nine-year-old. Then I learned things about mummies from all over the world. Really cool things. And there are lots of pictures. Five stars.

Alterknits, Radford
I was hoping for creative pattern ideas, I got the ravings of a madwoman. This person is high on crack. Knitted screen door? I ask you. No stars.

Psycho Ex Game, Markoe and Prieboy
Enganging, funny, thoughtful, and yet like looking at somone’s flayed nervous system. Really, really good. Five stars.

Walking in Circles Before Lying Down, Markoe
Excellent character development! Very funny! I likes this book a lot. Five stars.

The three-martini playdate: a practical guide to happy parenting, Mellor
You might think it’s a novelty-type jokey book, but it totally isn’t. Don’t let parenting take away your being an adult! Good advice! Four stars.