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February 2024 Reads

This year, I'm working harder than ever to follow the liberating reading philosophy: DNF (Did Not Finish) is not a sign of failure, but a badge of discernment. This month, in particular, I've quit many books that failed to captivate…

booksSarah HarperMarch 6, 2024Charles Duhigg, Smarter Faster Better, Productivity Books, Psychology Reads, Heather Cox Richardson, Democracy Awakening, Political Books, American Democracy, Colleen Hoover, It Ends With Us, Romantic Thrillers, Chick Lit Genre, Wilson Rawls, Where the Red Fern Grows, Classic Literature, Reading Goals 2024, DNF Books, Book Recommendations, Reading Habits, Book Blogging, Literary Reviews, Goodreads Reviews, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness Books, Authoritarianism Themes, Election Year Reads, Domestic Violence Awareness, Trigger Warning Books, Dog Stories, Ozark Mountains Setting, Case Studies in Books, Neuroscience in Literature, Goal Setting Strategies, Innovation and Motivation, Growth Mindset, Political Apathy, January 6 Reflections, Roe v. Wade Discussion, Dictatorship Fears, Romantic Genre Analysis, Dark Romance, Sequel Anticipation, Emotional Animal Stories, Childhood Classics, Reading Challenges, Book Quitting Philosophy, Managing To-Read Lists, Reading Enjoyment Tips, Ravenous Reading Return, Book Blog Insights, Reader Engagement, Fiction vs. Nonfiction, Book Cover Links, Social Media Scrolling, Reading Session Tips, Book Selection Criteria, Reading Community, Bookish Discussions, Literary Exploration, Reading Recommendations Exchange, Nonfiction Educational Insights, Psychological Concepts, American Politics Understanding, Romantic Thriller Addiction, Classic Literature Appreciation, Reading Philosophy, Book Reviewing Techniques, Engaging Book Summaries, Reader's Emotional Journey, Bookish Enthusiasm, Literature Lovers, Book Discovery Joy, Reading Experience Sharing, Book Blogging Community, Literary Appreciation, best books, Book Suggestions for Diverse Tastes, booktok, Book Review, book reviews, book suggestions, bookworm, book lover, Reading Goals, Reading Pleasure, reading review, read 52 in 52, reading goals, reading list, read 52, Reading Inspiration, Reading List, Reading Suggestions, book talk, Bookish, Book Blogs, book list, book, book blog, Booktok, Book Blog, book club, Book DiscussionComment

January 2024 Reads

Maybe you rediscovered a love of reading recently, like I did a few years ago, or maybe you’re joining us today with the intention of reading more in 2024. Whatever your situation, I’m so glad you’re here and ready to talk books…

booksSarah HarperJanuary 29, 2024Book Reviews 2024, Goodreads Recommendations, Nathan Hill, Wellness, Contemporary Fiction Reads, Bonnie Garmus, Lessons in Chemistry, Fiction vs Nonfiction, Rick Rubin, Creative Process, Memoirs, Britney Spears, Thriller Genre Books, Sarah A. Denzil, The Housemaid, David Grann, Killers of the Flower Moon, Nonfiction History Reads, Dr. Laurie Mintz, Becoming Cliterate, Women's Health Books, Adrienne Young, Fantasy Novels, Reading Goals and Tips, Book Club Suggestions, Booktok Recommendations, Diverse Literary Genres, Audiobook Reviews 2024, Reading Challenges and Strategies, Book Blogging Community, Literary Discussions Online, Book Lovers' Haven, Reading Habit Development, Engaging Book Summaries, Author Insights and Analysis, Bookish Thoughts and Reflections, Reading Inspiration and Motivation, Personal Reading Experiences, Fictional Storytelling, Nonfiction Educational Reads, Book Narratives and Themes, Literary Appreciation and Reviews, Book Trends and Popular Reads, Reading Recommendations for 2024, Bookish Conversations and Engagement, Reading for Pleasure and Knowledge, Exploring New Authors and Titles, Genre-Specific Reading Lists, Book Discovery and Exploration, Reading Community Engagement, Literary Insights and Understanding, Book Analysis and Critique, Reading Enjoyment and Fulfillment, Bookworm Lifestyle and Culture, Engaging with the Reading Community, Book Suggestions for Diverse Tastes, Reading Reflections and Insights, Bookish Engagement and Sharing, best books, booktok, Book Review, Book Lovers, book reviews, book suggestions, best winter books, best winter reads, what to read winter, what to read winter 2024, Book Discussion, book club, oprah book club, book talk, books, Bookish, Book Blogs, Book Suggestions, Book Recommendations, book list, bookstagram, reading hacks, Reading Pleasure, read 52 in 52, Reading Tips, reading list, read 52, Reading Challenges, reading challenge, read, reading, reading review, Reading Goals, recommended reads, reading goals, read 21 for 2021Comment

What I Read — October 2023

October, the best month of the entire year. It's nature throwing a grand party, and we're all invited to celebrate the magic of fall…

booksSarah HarperOctober 27, 2023October, Best Month, Autumn Reads, Fall Magic, Seasonal Literature, Starling House, Alix E. Harrow, Fantasy Horror, Enchanting Reads, Opal, Jasper, The Underland, Gothic Noir, Fantasy Books, Four Thousand Weeks, Oliver Burkeman, Time Management, Self-Help, Existential Crisis, Meaning of Life, Good for a Girl, Lauren Fleshman, Memoirs, Gender Equality in Sports, Female Athletes, The Invisible Hour, Alice Hoffman, Fiction, Magical Realism, Isolation, The Scarlet Letter, Book Recommendations, Book Blog, Literature Reviews, Thought-Provoking Books, Best Autumn Reads, Reading List, Thoughtful Books, Mental Health, Philosophy, Four Thousand Weeks Review, Book Suggestions, Lauren Fleshman Books, Alice Hoffman Novels, Seasonal Reading, Fall Book Recommendations, Book Tags, Bookish, Literature Blog, Self-Care Books, Female Empowerment, Sports Memoirs, Fiction Recommendations, Magical Books, Best Books 2023, Cozy Reading, Autumnal Vibes, autumn reads, autumn, booktok, book lover, book, Book Review, bookworm, book reviews, book club, books, book review, book suggestions, read, reading review, reading challenge, reading, Reading Suggestions, reading goals, reading habits, reading list, read 52 in 52, read 21 for 2021, read 52, Book Club, book blog, Booktok, book talk, best books, bookish, book list, Book Discussion, book discussions, book recommendation, Book Reviews, bookstagram, book lovers, book writing, book recommendations, Bookstagram, Best Books to Read, top book suggestions, audiobook, audiobooks, pinterest, pinterest book listComment

What I Read — September 2023

This month's selections promise a diverse literary journey, ranging from historical fiction steeped in the rich tapestry of Russian life to insightful nonfiction explorations of health and sexuality…

booksSarah HarperSeptember 26, 2023Anthony Marra, The Tsar of Love and Techno, Historical Fiction, Russia, Soviet Union, Post-communist Russia, Love and Sacrifice, Political Landscape, Literature, Book Recommendations, Book Reviews, Reading List, Must-Reads, Literary Masterpiece, Cohesive Novel, Peggy Orenstein, Girls & Sex, Nonfiction, Female Sexuality, Consent, Societal Pressures, Media Influence, Empathy, Contemporary Issues, Sexual Journeys, Book Discussion, Book Club, Women's Health, Peter Attia, Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity, Health Nonfiction, Longevity, Health Span, Chronic Disease Prevention, Science and Data, Self-Help, Personal Growth, Nutrition, Exercise, Healthy Aging, K.C. Davis, How to Keep House While Drowning, Housework, Reframing Chores, Cleaning Tips, Productivity, Neurodivergent Disorders, ADHD, Emilia Hart, Weyward, Fantasy, Witch Themed Books, Spooky Season, Salem Witch Trials, Nature, Literature Review, Reading Suggestions, SEO, Book Blog, Booktok, Bookstagram, Social Media Book Clubs, Literature Enthusiast, read, reading challenge, reading review, reading habits, read 52 in 52, reading goals, reading list, read 52, reading adventures, Reading Recommendations, reading, read 21 for 2021, recommended reads, great reads, best books, booktok, book list, book, book suggestions, bookish, book blog, book club, book discussions, books, book talk, book review, book reviews, book recommendation, book recommendations, bookworm, bookstagram, best historical fiction books, russia, fantasy, witch, hex, witches, audible, audiobooks, audiobook, Book ReviewComment

What I Read — August 2023

I know you were thinking I may miss this month, but after a 10-day journey along Iceland's Ring Road, I’m back with some new recommendations. As usual, the genres are all over the place…

booksSarah HarperSeptember 1, 2023Michael Pollan, The Omnivore's Dilemma, Nonfiction, Modern Food Chain, Industrial Farming, Organic Farming, Local Organic, Hunter-Gather, Food Sustainability, Flexitarian Diet, Travel Blog, Ring Road Iceland, Rachael Beanland, The House is on Fire, Historical Fiction, Richmond Theatre Fire, Slavery, Women's Oppression, Book of the Year, Nicole Lepera, How to Do The Work, Psychology, Self-Improvement, Alex Hay, The Housekeepers, Heist Fiction, Fall Reading, Book Recommendations, Book Blog, Literary Landscapes, Book Review, Booktok, Bookstagram, Reading Recommendations, Best Books to Read, best books, book review, booktok, book lover, book list, book reviews, book, book suggestions, bookish, book blog, bestsellers, best historical fiction books, book club, book discussions, bookworm, book talk, book lovers, books, bookstagram, book recommendation, book recommendations, top book picks, new book releases, read, read 52, read 21 for 2021, reading challenge, reading review, reading goals, reading list, reading adventures, reading, recommended reads, read 52 in 52, reading habits, great reads, audible, audiobooks, audiobookComment

What I Read — July 2023

Life's been one wild adventure lately, and I'm loving every moment of it! While my reading time took a hit, the books I did manage to finish were phenomenal…

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What I Read — June 2023

As we entered June, with the warm promise of summer to come, I couldn't help but indulge in some easier-to-read books while soaking up the turquoise waters of Lake Bled in Slovenia.

booksSarah HarperJuly 9, 2023book blog, The Island of Missing Trees, Elif Shafak, historical fiction, Cyprus, love story, Greek Cypriots, Turkish Cypriots, conflict, slow burn, sensory writing, Spells for Forgetting, learning, Turkish/Greek conflict, lyrical prose, love, loyalty, heritage, The London Séance Society, Sarah Penner, mystery, Paris, séance, spiritualism, high-profile murder, crime, deceit, Drama Free: A Guide to Managing Unhealthy Family Relationships, Nedra Glover Tawwab, psychology, establishing boundaries, complex relationships, family dynamics, enmeshment, gaslighting, neglect, abuse, single parent, divorced parents, blended family, emotional abuse, physical abuse, breaking cycles, Maybe in Another Life, Taylor Jenkins Reed, romance, Los Angeles, high school friends, alternate narratives, divergent paths, formulaic chick lit, immaturity, Tuck Everlasting, Natalie Babbitt, classic, eternal life, consequences, immortality, philosophical journey, romantic novels, emotional storytelling, historical novels, cultural conflicts, paranormal mysteries, supernatural elements, self-help books, love triangles, alternate timelines, young adult fiction, coming-of-age stories, philosophical fiction, mortality, booktok, book, book review, book recommendation, bookstagram, book recommendations, book lover, book list, books, book club, audiobook, audiobooks, reese's book club, reading review, read, read 52 in 52, read 52, reading, read 21 for 2021, reading list, reading goals, reading challenge, reading habitsComment

What I Read — April and May 2023

Entering into the first few days of June, I feel like April and May flew by… so much so that I missed the April book blog…

What I Read — March 2023

Germany seems to be hanging onto winter with every fiber of its being. As is usual with the winter months, all of these cozy nights have me fighting between my two favorite hobbies…

What I Read — February 2023

Somehow I (unintentionally) managed to find a bunch of short books for the shortest month. I also physically read more books than normal this month since we spent an entire week traveling through Scotland…

What I Read — January 2023

A brand new year and so many books to read! As I was sitting down to write my goals this year, I decided to be a little bit looser with my reading goals…

What I Read — November 2022

Usually when I write my book blogs, I try to put my favorites at the top, knowing that some people may not read the whole article…

What I Read — September & October 2022

Apparently autumn is the time for me to fall heavy into spooky books with a generous side of betterment…

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What I Read — August 2022

Well August was a blur. We did a ton of traveling in August, trying to eke out every last bit of value of our 9-Euro-Ticket…

What I Read — July 2022

This month we hit our one-year anniversary of living in Germany! Unlike our first July here, this one has been hot…

What I Read — June 2022

Halfway through the year, I unconsciously gravitated towards books that helped me live my one-word theme for 2022…

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What I Read — May 2022

It’s officially summer in Europe aka the best time of year! You can definitely tell that my brain space was in dire need of everything light, fluffy and warm fuzzy this month…

What I Read — April 2022

This month was pretty light on the reading front due to a decent amount of travel. That said, I still had a few good reads this month while taking the trains and planes to-and-fro…

What I Read — March 2022

This month did not go as expected. After two years of avoidance, I finally tested positive for COVID halfway through March…

What I Read — February 2022

I don’t know why, but I love when I squeeze in a lot of books in the shortest month. Here’s everything I enjoyed this February…

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