It’s hard to believe we’re already at the end of January and it’s time to share my January 2024 reading wrap up! It’s always really exciting to start the year off with some great new books. While my reading was slower than I anticipated this month, I’m still pleased with the books I did read.
Top Ten New to Me Authors I Read in 2023
There’s nothing better than discovering brand new authors, especially if they have a long backlist to catch up with. Here are the top ten new to me authors I read in 2023 — and can’t wait to read from again! While I do gravitate to authors I’ve already read from, I love to support debut authors and discover brand new to me authors.
28 Inspiring Picture Books to Read for Black History Month
Black History Month is almost here and picture books are a great way to educate and inspire young readers. If you’re looking for books for kids to read during Black History Month, this list is a great place to start. Black History Month is observed during the month of February. It’s an opportunity to learn and celebrate the important achievements made throughout history.
40 Incredible Young Adult Anthologies You Need to Read
There’s nothing better than curling up with a good collection of short stories. This list features the best young adult anthologies you need to read. Short stories and anthologies can be some of the best books to read. While the stories are short, the messages they send can be powerful and impactful.
Top Ten Books I Hope to Read in 2024
We’re almost a full month into the year, which makes it the perfect time to share ten books I hope to read in 2024. For a few years now, I’ve been sharing a list of books I hope to read for the year. The first year, I only managed to complete three books from the list. The second year, I managed to complete three books from hte list. Last year, I managed to read four books from the list.
10 Books I Meant to Read in 2023
Last year, I read some incredible books but there are always books I don’t get a chance to read. Here are the top ten books I meant to read in 2023 — and will be making an effort to read in 2024! Looking at my reading statistics is something I do all the time. Between Goodreads and my own journals, I’m always looking at the books I want to read and the books I manage to read.
