SOME OF THE BOOKS WITH THE OLDEST PUBLICATION DATES ON MY SHELF
This is one of those lists that’s kind of embarrassing to write. This because we are supposed to share the oldest publication dates on the shelf. More specifically the books with the oldest publication date we haven’t read. Sharing such books is an embarrassment because, while I may not have bought them as soon as they published, they have been on my shelf for too long nonetheless.
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SOME OF THE BOOKS WITH THE OLDEST PUBLICATION DATES ON MY SHELF. How many of these should I still read? Share on XThese aren’t the only long-ago publication date books I have, but it’s some of them. They also aren’t old considering how long books have been being published. Still, they’re older compared to some books I have on my shelf. So, let’s meet the contestants.
OLDEST PUBLICATION DATES on the SHELF
DESIGN on a CRIME, GINNY AIKEN (2005)
This series always did sound super fun, but I never read it. It sounds like material that would make a great Hallmark mystery plot. Goodreads
PERSUASION and PRIDE & PREJUDICE, JANE AUSTEN (1817, 1813)
The editions I have for these two were published in 2020 or around there, but still, originally they were published in the 1800s. I love the Pride and Prejudice movies, so reading the book should be something I do. But I think reading Emma or Persuasion is probably more likely for me to give a chance. Persuasion on Goodreads • Pride & Prejudice on Goodreads
WATERFALL, LISA T. BERGREN (2011)
I think this is a time travel novel that I saw lots of readers loving back in the day so it was a hype purchase buy. BUT at the same time, I did once love Lisa’s Grand Tour series! Goodreads
SOME OF THE BOOKS WITH THE OLDEST PUBLICATION DATE ON MY SHELF. Talking about the books that have lived on my shelf for a LONG time! Share on XTHE LITTLE LADY AGENCY, HESTER BROWNE (2005)
Picked this one up after loving The Runaway Princess. Goodreads
HEIST SOCIETY (2010) and I’D TELL YOU I LOVE YOU, BUT THEN I’D HAVE TO KILL YOU (2006), ALLY CARTER
Ally’s books always sound cute, but I haven’t read any… despite collecting a few here and there! ‘Heist’ on Goodreads •‘Love’ on Goodreads
A WEEKENED with MR. DARCY, VICTORIA CONNELLY (2010)
I’ve had this one on my shelf for a LONG time. It always sounded cute, but I never read it. It follows a heroine who decides to attend a Jane Austen Addicts conference. Goodreads
ENTWINED, HEATHER DIXON (2011)
This is a ‘Dancing Princesses’ fairytale retelling and while I was drawn in by the cover once upon a time. My order history says I bought this one in 2012. Goodreads
ELIXIR, HILARY DUFF (2010)
Pretty sure I bought this because it has Hilary Duff’s name on the title (I have so many favorite films with her). I think I even started reading it years ago but never finished. Still, oddly, I’d like to try again. Goodreads
AUSTENLAND, SHANNON HALE (2007)
I loved the movie based on this novel but didn’t read the book. Goodreads
JUST BETWEEN YOU and ME, JENNY B. JONES (2009)
I used to love Jenny’s novels so much, but never read this one. It survives unhauls because of those fond memories of the other novels by the author. Goodreads
TWENTIES GIRL, SOPHIE KINSELLA (2009)
I need to read a novel by Sophie. I loved the Shopaholic movie, but never read one of her books. Most of them do sound fun. Goodreads
SHADES of MILK and HONEY, MARY ROBINETTE KOWAL (2010)
A kind of magical historical novel, this one is said to have Jane Austen influences. Goodreads
ANNE of GREEN GABLES, L.M. MONTGOMERY (1908)
I purchased an edition of Anne of Green Gables from Sweet Sequels. I’m not sure I’ve actually read this story though. Which is a shame on me. This edition is of course a new publication because it’s a new edition, but its origins are from years ago of course so I’m going to roll with it.
FOR DARKNESS SHOWS the STARS, DIANA PETERFREUND (2012)
I’ve featured this one several times, but it fits this week’s topic so it’s re-feature. Plus, it’s a Persuasion (in space) retelling which is why I haven’t unhauled it yet. Goodreads
WHERE’D YOU GO BERNADETTE, MARIA SEMPLE (2011)
Bought a copy of this one because it was adapted. Never read the book. Never watched the film. Are either worth the time investment? Goodreads
A DISTANT MELODY, SARAH SUNDIN (2010)
I enjoy Sarah’s novels, so reading this series (someday) is something I should do. Goodreads
PIVOT POINT, KASIE WEST (2013)
Before she wrote cute romance novels, West wrote a sci-fi duology, and since I love her romance novels, that’s also why I haven’t unhauled this one. Goodreads
CONTROLLING INTEREST, ELIZABETH WHITE (2008)
I read a book or two by Elizabeth, but I don’t think this is one of them. Now she writes historical fiction as Beth White, and I’ve read now of those. Goodreads
What books are on your shelf from years ago (that you haven’t read)? Are any of these books you own? Comment all the thoughts down below! Let’s chat.
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You snuck a few really old publication dates amongst others from this century. Pride and Prejudice and Anne of Green Gables, both so good. And timeless.
All about variety! :) I haven’t read either of these, but I would agree that those books are both timeless.
I connected with Bernadette and enjoyed reading Where’d You Go, Bernadette. The movie adaptation is a pretty good one.
Pam @ Read! Bake! Create!
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I meant to read ‘Bernadette’ a long time ago so that I could see the film then, but I didn’t ever read it. Now the question is, do I still read the book? Maybe I still will at some point!
I read the book and then watched the movie a few days later. I have to say that I think the movie is pretty true to the book.
Pam
That’s awesome! I like a movie to capture the same “feel” or atmosphere of a book even if there are some differences so it sounds like this one has great promise. :)
Austen fans often rate Persuasion as their favourite of her novels. I relied on Goodreads for my list and I’m pretty sure there are books on my shelves that I haven’t added to my To-Read shelf that would otherwise appear on my list. A task for a rainy day, perhaps…
That’s cool! I love the story as a film so reading the book is something I’d like to try. I haven’t been updating my GR pages or shelves for SO long now. I go in to add a review here and there, but compared to what I used to do I don’t keep anything up to date there. I’ve been putting all my time in here and that’s time consuming. :)
I love Anne of Green Gables and Pride and Prejudice! They’re definitely books I think you’ll love if you choose to read them :)
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Thanks! I do hope to give them both a chance at some point. They have to be fan favorites for a good reason. :)
I think you’d like Anne of Green Gables, but no pressure!
I think so too, Lydia! I grew up loving the 80s Sullivan movies so reading the books should be high on my priority list. Maybe that should be a reader goal in 2025. :)
Pride & Prejudice and Persuasion are my favorites by the author, beautiful stories
They seem like they’d be beautiful stories. :)
I read Elixir waaaayy back because I used to be a big Hilary Duff fan (still love her though) but I honestly can’t remember a thing about it now.
I have a feeling if I read Elixir this would be me too. It’s not that I wouldn’t enjoy it, it’s just it seems like an entertaining read that may not stay long with the reader. Still I love those kinds of books! :)
I have several Jane Austen’s on my list as well. Have a great week!
I don’t think I own ALL of Austen’s books but if I were to look around I may find I could have featured them all or more! :)
No, I don’t own them all, but my husband would probably like to. He is more of an Austen fan. I am trying to be, LOL!
Sometimes even if you like an author ok, they just aren’t that cannot-wait-to-read-more favorite. And that’s OK, too! Makes me grateful there are SO many authors in the world. :)
Pride and Prejudice is one of my favorites! I still haven’t read her others, but I really want to! Great list.
I read Sense and Sensibility and since I love so many BBC productions of them I should try to read more. :)
I love PRIDE AND PREJUDICE and EMMA. I don’t think I’ve ever read PERSUASION. I also adore ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, which I reread every few years because I love it so much :) Carter’s books are always fun and so are West’s. I hope you enjoy all these!
Happy TTT!
Susan
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Thanks Susan, I hope I do too! Always appreciate you sharing your thoughts on the books you’re familiar with. :)
Entwined sounds really interesting. I read another Dancing Princesses retelling, and loved it. I hope you love these when you get around to reading them.
Entwined has been on my bookshelf for WAY too long. It sounds good though and I love a fun fairytale. :)
A good looking list. I read Pride and Prejudice at school and read Emma and Persuasion on my own a couple of years ago. I enjoyed them all.
Have a great week!
Emily @ Budget Tales Book Blog
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That’s awesome, Emily. I need to give them a chance. I love the Austen stories as films so reading another book (I read one, Sense and Sensibility) should be a 2025 reader goal. :)