Did you ever notice that the articles toting the “best books of the year” feature the same ten titles? Is it like the Academy Awards where authors campaign for a coveted spot on everyone’s top 10 list? Also, isn’t it nice just to be nominated?
Honestly, I can’t get enough of these lists. Willpower has never been my strong suit, and social media is too tempting. The weaning process is seriously an exercise in futility.
Why? Because I suffer from a severe case of FOMO for books that may have slipped off my radar. And to feed my unapologetic book-buying habit, I added some new titles to my already large TBR pile. I consider it my reward for reading so much in 2019. (Justification, anyone?)
I’m happy to share some book recommendations with you, but I am not going to provide links to Amazon or other massive book-selling websites. If you like any of these books, I implore you to pay a visit to your local independent bookstore. Exploring these fantastic places is quickly becoming a passion of mine. Between the atmosphere, the coffee and the little treasures, I find lots of things to spend my hard-earned money, and I’m happy to do it at a fellow bookworm’s place of business.
Here are three books that made my list:
The Mother-In-Law by Sally Hepworth – If you are looking for an excellent read for your next book club, look no further. This fun and easy-to-read murder mystery brought about lots of stories and conversations when it came time to discuss.
She Said by Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey – If you are a journalism junkie, like me, you will love learning about the investigative reporting these two ladies embarked upon to shine a light on the stories that ended the career of movie producer, Harvey Weinstein.
Fifty Things that Aren’t My Fault by Cathy Guisewite – I enjoy books that fall into the creative nonfiction genre. They help me observe life in a way that I notice the little details, emotions and often humor behind these slice-of-life stories. You may recognize this author’s name if you were ever a fan of the Cathy comic strip in the ’80s and ’90s. She is just as witty as ever.
So, what are you reading that I should add to my TBR pile?
Anna Maria Junus
January 4, 2020 at 9:12 am (5 years ago)Looks like you’ve added to my tbr list. Like I needed that.
Elisa Heisman
January 4, 2020 at 10:30 am (5 years ago)It’s like a sickness, right? I was in the bookstore yesterday and it took all my might not to buy more than what I went in for. LOL!
Happy reading!
Janet Yarwood
January 3, 2020 at 4:11 pm (5 years ago)My TBR pile is much too big already and after reading this I know I’ll be adding to it. I’m reading The Humans by Matt Haig at the moment
Elisa Heisman
January 4, 2020 at 10:31 am (5 years ago)Oh! I haven’t heard of that book yet. I will check it out. Thanks for the suggestion.
Camilla
January 3, 2020 at 10:51 am (5 years ago)My TBR is constantly growing. I try to use my public library to feed my book-reading habit instead of buying books…other-wise I might never leave my house. LOL I look forward to seeing more of your recommendations.
Elisa Heisman
January 4, 2020 at 10:32 am (5 years ago)Thanks, Camilla. I should use the library more often. Our local one is in the process of moving to a brand new location. I can’t wait to see all it has to offer. And I just have to start reading faster so I don’t pile on the overdue fees. LOL.