I've seen this before, mainly on Erica's blog. Since she just gave me mad props (yo), I think it's now my turn to pick someone off my blogroll and tell you why they are there and what makes them readable.
First, I'd like to recommend Cupie Spew. Cupe has been on my reading list for quite a while now. I enjoy her page because she's ever so liberal and loves to get snarky about it, and because she's a fellow book lover who comes up with some good recommendations sometimes. She almost always gets me thinking, and manages to make me laugh at the same time.
Additionally, I'd like to give a shout to my pal and name-sharer, Casey, over at Just North of Nowhere. I think we have more than just names in common--heck, we even caught cold at the same time! Casey has an upbeat, take life as it comes to you attitude that I find really appealing. Plus, she's from Lousiana (Baton Rouge via New Orleans via Baton Rouge), and I love to hear about a place so different from my own home.
Anyway, check the sites out. I think you'll enjoy them. And remember to Blog it Forward!