Books

This past year I returned to reading. Actually I discovered the wonder of Audible!  I vacillated between reading actual books(not kindle) and listening to them. I read some really great ones this year, and some I have would never have chosen myself,  thanks to suggestions from my book club and others.   These are some that I have read over the past 6 months:

Where the Crawdads Sing – Delia Owns 

This is not your predictable read. It has twists and turns and often made me uncomfortable but in the end I was better for having read it.

Before We Were Yours  – Lisa Wingate

So good and so much to talk about in this based in truth story. 

Washington Black – Esi Edugyan

Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk – Kathleen Rooney 

I long to visit New York and see the world through her eyes! Perfect for the new year.

Little Fires Everywhere – Celeste Ng

Not your typical novel and constantly leaves the reader wondering.

Women In Sunlight  – Frances Mays

This book was difficult at the start and not one that I ever would have chosen myself but I really want to go to Italy now!!

 This is a beautiful story of growth (no pun intended). You will never look at flowers the same way!

I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter – Erika Sanachez

 YA fiction but so deep! It is not your typical 

Over the Top – Jonathan VanNess story 

Some parts make my momma of an LGBTQ+ child cringe but it is so good and inspirational!

Maybe You Should talk to Someone  – Lori Gottleib 

You will not look at therapy the same again!

This is How it Always Is  – Laurie Frankel 

 This book spoke to me on so many levels. She speaks to the reality of large family life. 

How to Walk Away  – Katherine Center

Good but very predictable and tied up in a neat bow at the end. 

Dare to Lead – Brene Brown

She is Brene and full of wisdom but sometimes it felt like overload. 

Imperfect Courage – Jessica Honneger

What an amazing and inspirational book that makes you want to take on the world. 

Wolfpack – Abby Wambach

A super short/one sitting read that will motivate you to do better

Pastrix – Nadia Bolz-Weber

A different take on religion and life that I respect so much!

Almost Everything – Anne Lamott

Its Anne – Enough said

The World according to Mr. Rogers – Fred Rogers

I have read this one before and rarely re-read a book but this one deserved to get a send time around and I found even more to love!

Last but not least I have to recommend my own book!

The Lemonade Stand by Michelle Faust is a compilation of the stories of 19 women. Each is a story of strength…. from sour to sweet! My chapter is about how GOTR saved my life. You can order a signed copy from me directly(Dm me!!) or get a copy here:

I would love to know your thoughts if you have read any of these. I would also love recommendations for the new year! 

Let’s get busy and work out our minds!

Peace

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