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Why Not Read A Good Book


Reading books ~ a passion on a cold winter's day or night.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Gauthier Avatar
January 26, 2026 at 11:54 AM
Yes... all cuddled up in front of a fireplace ~
Goldsmith Avatar
January 26, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" Monoku write. There is nothing better than putting a good book in the reader's hand. No fireplace here, wish I had one. Read Away and let your imagination soar. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
Swan Avatar
January 13, 2026 at 3:55 AM
The book only has life with a reader, rather like planting a seed. J :)
Goldsmith Avatar
January 13, 2026 at 11:32 AM
Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" Monoku write. There is nothing better than planting a good book in the reader's hand. Read Away and let your imagination soar. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
Jones Avatar
January 8, 2026 at 1:36 PM
A great descriptive monoku! Best wishes for a win!
Goldsmith Avatar
January 11, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Thank You for reading/writing. Also thanks for your, Best wishes for a win. Glad you found my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" write to be, A great descriptive monoku. Reading a good book is my passion along with old book stores. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
Kendrick Avatar
January 8, 2026 at 1:21 PM
Yes, I love to read, Paula. I try to keep something new next to my bed and sometimes something old tried and true that I enjoy. Thank you for sharing this one with us. Sara K
Goldsmith Avatar
January 11, 2026 at 9:27 AM
Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" Monoku write. There is nothing better than a good book. I also love old book stores. Read Away and let your imagination soar. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
Kauffman Avatar
January 7, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Paula, curling up with a good book on a cold winter's night is a warm and cozy image. Well done, my friend! Blessings to you for the new year. Best wishes for the contest.
Goldsmith Avatar
January 8, 2026 at 9:12 AM
Thank You for reading/writing. Also thanks for your, Best wishes for the contest. Glad you found my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" Monoku write to be, Well done. Reading a good book is my passion. It was fun to write. May your New Year be filled with Blessings. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
Ray Choudhury Avatar
January 6, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Excellent Monoku, Paula. I relate to this.
Goldsmith Avatar
January 8, 2026 at 9:08 AM
Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you found my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" write to be an, Excellent Monoku. Reading a good book is my passion. It was fun to write. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
De Beaulieu Avatar
January 6, 2026 at 10:33 AM
Hello Paula, i reaD I ENJOY A good book to read. I read a book cover to cover. Write away my frind. Hugs. /Darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
January 8, 2026 at 9:51 AM
Hello Paula, Your welcome Paula. I am reading a good book now .i also finished reading another good book. I will. Write away. /Darlene/
Goldsmith Avatar
January 8, 2026 at 9:06 AM
Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" Monoku write. Oh yes, there is nothing better than a good book cover to cover. Read Away and let your imagination soar. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
Griffiths Avatar
January 6, 2026 at 12:35 AM
This is great. I enjoyed reading cosy in bed this morning when I woke up early and didn’t need to go back to sleep.
Goldsmith Avatar
January 8, 2026 at 9:03 AM
Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you found my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" Monoku write to be, great. Reading a good book is my passion on any day or night. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
Dietrich Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 2:42 PM
Used to be a passion for me. Them VCR came along. Haha
Goldsmith Avatar
January 8, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" Monoku write. I love to hold a book and read it. The VCR did put a hurt on books. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
May Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 11:26 AM
Let you imagination soar with a good book
Goldsmith Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" Monoku write. Oh yes, let our imagination soar as we read a good book on any day or night. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
Poet Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 10:41 AM
Your Monoku poem shines with beauty, whispering wisdom and offering gentle guidance to the soul. Good luck with this contest, as you step forth with courage and grace.
Goldsmith Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 12:09 PM
Thank You for reading/writing and for your kind words. Also thanks for your, Good luck with this contest. Glad you enjoyed my fun "Why Not Read A Good Book" Monoku write. Reading a good book is my passion on any day or night. Have A Very Blessed Day or Night Reading/Writing Away...............
Goldsmith Avatar
January 5, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Why Not Read A Good Book ~ Date Written: 1/5/2026 ~ Written By Human Poet........
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