Sheri S. Tepper – The Song of Mavin Manyshaped. Recommended by my friend Tim. Proper fantasy, great examination of sexual politics, fantastic fantastical creatures, and really enjoyable.

George Simenon – The Late M. Gallet. Enjoyable early Maigret. Nice twists at the end, as one hopes for in detective fiction.

Seneca – Letters from a Stoic. Recommended by a colleague. Great advice for life in general.