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More Than 20 Books From the 1930s That Are Still Popular Today
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Emily Henry Books In Order: The Complete List
If you’re looking for a great summer read, Emily Henry is one of the best authors to pick up. In recent years, her…
Quick Lit: What I Read in March 2024
In March, my reading life took a turn toward a genre I haven’t read for years — fantasy! For decades, if you asked…
A Complete Guide to Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales (History Books Your Kids Will Love)
Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales are true stories of American history that will keep your kids reading past their bedtime.
Quick Lit: What I Read in February 2024
In January, I said that my reading year started off with a bang. Well, February continued to be an excellent reading month.
Hi there!
i’m Courtney
If there’s one thing I know for certain (besides death and taxes) is that your reading life should bring you joy. While it’s fun to look back each year and see how many books we’ve read, reading should never be about the numbers.
The real question we should aim to answer ever year is: “Am I satisfied with my reading life?”
If that sounds like what you’re looking for, too, then this blog is definitely for you.
Happy Reading!
Book Reviews
40 Tress of the Emerald Sea Quotes That Will Make You Think and Laugh
One of my favorite parts about reading Tress of the Emerald Sea is that it is full of thoughtful and inspiring, quotable one-liners.
Tress of the Emerald Sea Book Club Discussion Questions
Find more than 25 Tress of the Emerald Sea discussion questions to guide your book club through an in-depth conversation about this fun book.
Book Review: Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson
Tress of the Emerald Sea is one of those rare books you will want to return to again and again.
Book Review: If I Were You by Lynn Austin (Plus Book Club Discussion Questions)
If I Were You is an epic novel that tells the story of life in England during World War II through the lens of two women who are the same age, but polar opposites in every other way.