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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…

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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…

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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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