The Kinds of Books I End Up Pressing Into Friends' Hands
I don't recommend every book I like. Some are too weird, too private, or too specifically my thing. But these are the kinds of books I end up handing to other people with zero hesi...
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I Trust a Reader Who Can Love a 5-Star and a 3-Star Book
Not every reading life has to be optimized. Some books arrive at the right moment and earn affection that has nothing to do with perfection.
What I mean when I call a book “companionable”
Not flashy, not perfect, just deeply good company.
The surprisingly moving pleasure of a great library hold
A love note to anticipation, patience, and the thrill of “ready for pickup.”
The cover trends I’m weak against every single time
Yes, I know better. No, I’m still clicking.
A defense of the 3-star rating
Three stars is not an insult. It’s often the most honest place to land.
Why Book Clubs Changed My Life
I joined my first book club on a whim six years ago. I thought I was signing up to talk about books. Turns out I was signing up for some of the deepest friendships I've ever had.