Welcome

The 2004 MS Readathon is now upon us! The Readathon happens every year, and is a program run in schools to encourage kids to read, while at the same time raising $$ for research into finding a cure for multiple sclerosis. Adults can join in too!! Participants read as many books as they can in a certain period (this year from June 21 to July 31), with hapless family, friends and colleagues sponsoring them per book or for a set amount. (Donations over $2 are tax deductible!).

Kids are supposed to get an adult to initial each book they read; instead I thought I'd post reviews of all the books I read, so you can decide if you'd like to give them a try. (I've accepted a challenge to read James Joyce's Ulysses this year; for progress reports see www.alicereadsulysses.blogspot.com).

MS is a disease that affects the central nervous system of the human body, by destroying the insulating sheaths around nerves in the brain and spinal cord. The cause of MS in so far unknown, and there is no cure. For more info on MS and the 'thon, see www.msreadathon.com.au.

Hope you enjoy my reviews...
Cheers,
Alice