Hello lovely friends,
Some remember that I used to log the books I had read in a notebook before starting a book blog in 2008. I maintained my blog until discovering Goodreads in 2012, and my book blog died a slow death… This brings me to today, I cannot believe I’m writing another year in review update. How have I been doing this for thirteen years?
Before sharing my year in review, let me share a few interesting facts about my reading profile. I typically read 35-40 books a year, logging 705 books read since shifting from the blog to Goodreads. I have marked 34 books with 5 stars, with my last 5-star rating was in 2018 (I’m happy to report that my 29-month drought was broken in March).
Reading in 2021 looks different.
I found myself preferring to read nonfiction and self-discovery over fiction this year. The move home, to Minnesota, created this shift. I joined a self-discovery book club in May and have been learning about our new ecosystem. I have also fallen in love with all things Loons and can’t stop talking about one book that has changed how I’m showing up for life.
2021 Reading Summary
Five Stars: 4
- I adore Thrity Umrigar and had been holding onto The Secret Between Us for a few years. It didn’t disappoint.
- Meet Me in Monaco (Hazel Gayner): I recommend this book to anyone interested in spending time with Grace Kelly.
- The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching (Thich Nhat Hahn): Last year my family embraced Gretchen Rubin’s 21 for 2021 and this book made my list. It’s dense with knowledge. I listened to it and enjoyed it so much that I’m currently rereading it to absorb the message, highlight, and take notes in the paper copy that sits on my bookshelf.
- Your Soul’s Plan (Robert Schwartz): This is a book I wouldn’t have been exposed to if I didn’t join a new book club focused on self-discovery. We have read a diverse selection of books and the theme of this book is not lost on me. I look at life challenges, obstacles, and joys from a different lens now. Try it if you can see through the books woo-woo and absorb the message. (I will write a separate blog post on this book to expand on why it has been so impactful for me)
Four Stars: 14
Three Stars: 11
Two books received a no rating/DNF
Interested in seeing what I read? Here’s the link to view the complete list
My first book of 2022 will be a Reese Whitherspoon selection - I started listening to The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave while walking Phoebe this morning.
I would love to hear what books you loved in 2021. What are you looking forward to reading in 2022?
