My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.

Life.

The past few days have been a whirlwind, in the best possible way! We had a lovely Seder for the first night of Passover — good food, great company, lots of fun. My daughter and her fiancé came for the weekend, and we spent one day playing tourists, visiting parts of San Francisco that I haven’t been to in years. It was great to have the time together — I just wish we’d had even more!

What did I read during the last week?

Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory: An okay, not great, romance set in Wine Country. My review is here.

Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone: An engaging story about two people helping each other through grief and loss, and falling in love along the way. My review is here.

Pop culture & TV:

I really haven’t been watching much, and the weekend was just too busy to leave time for TV. So, I’m still working my way through season 3 of Yellowjackets! Beyond that, my son and I are really enjoying this season of The Amazing Race, and I’m tolerating Survivor.

Fresh Catch:

One new books this week! Looking forward to starting it…

(It’s prettier in person — the lighting for my photos wasn’t good, but it was the best I could do in the moment.)

What will I be reading during the coming week?

Currently in my hands:

Vera Wong’s Guide to Snooping (on a Dead Man) by Jesse Q. Sutanto: This book is a hoot! I ran out of time to read over the weekend, but I should be able to wrap this up in the next day or so.

Now playing via audiobook:

Swept Away by Beth O’Leary: I always enjoy this author’s books, although I’m not sure that the overall tone is really working for me on this one. I’m just past the halfway mark — looking forward to seeing where the story goes.

Ongoing reads:

My book group’s classic read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week. Progress: 74%. Up next: Chapters 36 and 37.

What will you be reading this week?

So many books, so little time…

My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.

Life.

Lots of errands, an intense workweek… not much new or different to report! But, the sun shone over the weekend, I got in some lovely outdoor time, and reorganized a couple of my bookshelves. Not bad at all!

Meanwhile, looking ahead this week, I’ll be doing some prep for our family Seder — hard to believe Passover is already almost here. Can’t wait to spend time with family on one of our favorite holidays!

What did I read during the last week?

When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi: This book is amazing! It has the most ridiculous premise in recent book history… and yet, it totally works. What a delight — my review is here.

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins: I was a little unsure about how interested I’d be to read another Hunger Games prequel, but I’m so glad I went for it! An absolutely compelling read. My review is here.

The Sirens by Emilia Hart: Gorgeous, haunting story of sisters and secrets. A must-read! My review is here.

Pop culture & TV:

I decided to go back to Yellowjackets, and started season 3. I’ve only seen two episodes so far, but they’ve been good!

Fresh Catch:

This book is stunning! I knew I needed a copy of my own, and I’m just in love with its painted edges.

What will I be reading during the coming week?

Currently in my hands:

Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory: Something a little lighter, after a few intense (but excellent) other books. I’ve enjoyed this author’s previous books, and I’m looking forward to a romantic diversion!

Now playing via audiobook:

Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone: This may look like a romance, but it’s actually a sensitive, lovely portrayal of life after loss. And yes, there’s a love story too! I’m about a day or two away from finishing.

Ongoing reads:

My book group’s classic read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week. Progress: 69%. Up next: Chapters 34 and 35.

What will you be reading this week?

So many books, so little time…

My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.

Life.

The sun came out over the weekend. Sure, it rained on Sunday, but Saturday was pretty glorious, and I took full advantage. Long walk, dancing in the park, and even a bit of reading on my back porch. Bliss!

And just because…

I happened to walk by while the kitty was enjoying a snooze with his favorite toy. Who can resist such cuteness?

Author news.

I was sad to learn of the passing of L. J. Smith this week. I didn’t necessarily love the Vampire Diaries books (I read the first two or three), but the TV adaptation was (for at least a few seasons) amazing. I had no idea about her author journey until I read her obit.

What did I read during the last week?

Dracula by Bram Stoker: The full-cast audiobook version was amazing! I’m so glad this book came up for me as my most recent Classics Club Spin. My review is here.

The Martian Contingency (Lady Astronaut, #4) by Mary Robinette Kowal: After struggling a bit to remember where the story left off in previous books, I ended up really enjoying this one. What an amazing series! My review is here.

The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon: My book club book for March! I just barely squeezed it in before the the end of the month… but I’m so glad I did. Phenomenal read. My review is here.

Just for fun, I also checked out a children’s book by Mary Robinette Kowal:

Molly on the Moon is a sweet, gentle picture book — and if I had young kids in my house, I think I’d want a copy of my own to enjoy with them.

Pop culture & TV:

Is anyone watching the current season of Survivor? Last week’s episode had a huge emotional moment that’s gotten a ton of press. In the immediate aftermath, the player at the center of it has seen a tremendous outpouring of support, including in-game support from other players — but I wonder how long the warmth and good feelings will last in the game, and whether this player will now become one of the biggest targets. Being vague here… but at some point, I’d guess other players will realize that if they sit next to her at the end, they’ll lose.

Fresh Catch:

I ordered signed copies of two recent books that I loved (sadly, the authors’ book tours didn’t bring them to my area) — and both arrived this week!

My signed copy of The Martian Contingency came with a sticker, a flightsuit-appropriate patch, and a poster of the Mars habitat. Super cool.

I’m also thrilled with my signed edition of The Jackal’s Mistress — a fantastic book by a favorite author. (If you missed my review, check it out here!)

What will I be reading during the coming week?

Currently in my hands:

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins: It’s time to dive back in to the world of The Hunger Games! Just getting started…

Now playing via audiobook:

When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi: I’m *this close* to finishing, and I’m loving every minute! This author’s books are always amazing, and with Wil Wheaton as the audiobook narrator, it’s a listening treat.

Ongoing reads:

My book group’s classic read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week. Progress: 64%. Up next: Chapters 32 and 33.

What will you be reading this week?

So many books, so little time…

My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.

Life.

My husband and I enjoyed a lovely dinner at a favorite restaurant for his birthday over the weekend! (I love when restaurants make the birthday dessert so pretty and festive!)

In case you’re wondering, that’s a house-made frozen Snickers bonbon! Yummmmm.

What did I read during the last week?

Not very much!!

I guess I just really didn’t have enough time for books this week! I managed to finish just one:

The Third Rule of Time Travel by Philip Fracassi: Interesting concepts, hard to put down, but the plot doesn’t entirely hold together. My review is here.

Pop culture & TV:

More of the same — I’m watching the new weekly episodes of 1923, Survivor, and The Amazing Race, plus the excellent Dark Winds. I’m excited to check out the new Wolf Hall season too!

I do feel like I could use a good streaming series to binge, but haven’t felt motivated to start anything just yet. Any recommendations?

Fresh Catch:

Two new hardcovers this week! I’m excited for both… although I may hold off until I can borrow the e-books from the library, since I like to be able to read on the go as well as at home.

What will I be reading during the coming week?

Currently in my hands:

The Martian Contingency (Lady Astronaut, #4) by Mary Robinette Kowal: The 4th and final book in a terrific series. Book #1, The Calculating Stars, is one of my all-time favorites. I’m struggling a bit to remember where things left off as of the earlier books in the series, and realize that perhaps I should have done a reread before starting this one. Oh well… at this point, I’m going to power through and trust that it’ll all come back to me before long!

Now playing via audiobook:

Dracula by Bram Stoker: I’m absolutely loving this audiobook! It’s over 15 hours, so this has been my second full week listening to it, but I should finish up today thanks to a long drive back and forth to a work event! Having the illustrated hardcover edition to refer back to has been amazing too.

Ongoing reads:

My book group’s classic read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week. Progress: 60%. Up next: Chapters 30 and 31.

What will you be reading this week?

So many books, so little time…

My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.

Life.

Awesome dancing over the weekend, which made me so happy!

Beyond that… locally, voters passed a proposition last fall to transform a roadway along the ocean into a park, and as of this past Friday, the road officially closed to cars. It was great to see crews out on Saturday removing traffic lights, and fantastic to see so many people enjoying the open space. Can’t wait to see how it all turns out!

What did I read during the last week?

The Love Lyric (Greene Sisters, #3) by Kristina Forest: Terrific conclusion to a heart-warming trilogy. My review is here.

The Jackal’s Mistress by Chris Bohjalian: Excellent, powerful historical fiction. My review is here.

The Tomb of Dragons (The Cemeteries of Amalo #3) by Katherine Addison: Complicated and detailed, this book is an excellent addition to the world of The Goblin Emperor, but is definitely not a good place to start. My review is here.

Pop culture & TV:

I’m still watching the new season of 1923, but it’s rough going. All creator Taylor Sheridan seems to want to do is torment his characters. It’s not fun… and feel like a waste of potential.

On the other hands, Dark Winds is back for its 3rd season, and it’s just as fantastic as the previous seasons. Seriously, if you haven’t tried this show yet, you’re missing out! Start with season 1, obviously.

Fresh Catch:

Although I already had the ARC for this book, I had to get a hardcover too! It’ll go nicely on my shelves with the other books from this series.

What will I be reading during the coming week?

Currently in my hands:

The Third Rule of Time Travel by Philip Fracassi: Started late Sunday! So far, so good.

Now playing via audiobook:

Dracula by Bram Stoker: This unabridged, full-cast audiobook is amazing! It’s on the long side, but I think I’ll finish this week. I’m reading Dracula for my Classics Club spin, and I’m so happy this is the book that came up this time around. I’m also following along with my gorgeous hardcover edition. All in all, it’s a great experience!

Ongoing reads:

My book group’s classic read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week. Progress: 57%. Up next: Chapters 28 and 29.

What will you be reading this week?

So many books, so little time…

My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.

Life.

It was a really busy workweek, and I definitely needed distractions and fun in my actual (non-work) life. I got together for dinner with a friend I hadn’t seen since the fall (and we were both shocked to realize how much time had gone by). Note to self: Must do better about making plans rather than just texting “yes, let’s get together soon!”.

Little Free Library and Pango Books.

When I bought my Little Free Library last fall, I felt a bit of a twinge about how expensive it was, even though I’d been saving toward it for some time. So I made a deal with myself — I’d start listing books for sale at Pango Books, and see how much of the LFL cost I could offset that way.

Well, I don’t put a huge amount of effort into promoting my Pango account, so it’s been very slow and very occasional… but after about four months as a seller, I’ve now made it to 25% of the initial cost of the LFL.

I’m not taking any of this too seriously… but my numbers-focused brain likes to keep track, and felt oddly satisfied at hitting a milestone. Meanwhile, between Pango and the LFL, I’m paring down my physical shelves a bit and passing along some of the books that I’ve had for a while and don’t really need to keep. Win-win!

What did I read during the last week?

The Love of My Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood: Terrific audiobook! My review is here.

Installment Immortality (Incryptids, #14) by Seanan McGuire: Proof that a good series can remain good a long, long time! My review is here.

Jane and Dan at the End of the World by Colleen Oakley: Fresh, funny heist story that’s really about marriage, love, and parenthood. Terrific read! My review is here.

Murder by Memory by Olivia Waite: A short, sharp novella about a murder on a spaceship. Lots of fun, and very clever. My review is here.

I also ended up listening to a new Audible Original short story:

I usually really enjoy everything by Abby Jimenez, but The Fall Risk was just okay. Maybe it’s the length, but the love story elements felt really rushed, and meanwhile, it’s much darker overall than you’d expect based on the cover.

Pop culture & TV:

The Amazing Race is back! It’s so much fun. Also in the category of hanging out on my couch in front of the TV… I watched a rom-com on Prime Video that I thought I’d enjoy — but it just was not good. Sigh. (In case you’re curious, it was Picture This, and I watched it because someone I like a lot from Bridgerton is the lead character.)

On the other hand, my son and I went out to see Mickey 17 last night, and thought it was amazing. Seriously, terrific filmmaking and great performances. (I recommend not watching trailers, and just taking it all in as a fresh experience… but if you’re truly curious, here’s the link to the official trailer, which I think spoils some great moments in the movie.)

Fresh Catch:

Susanna Kearsley’s newest book just arrived! It’s a lovely paperback with decorated edges. I may wait a bit to read it, since it’s one of my book group’s picks for later in the year… we’ll see if I can resist the temptation to start sooner.

What will I be reading during the coming week?

Currently in my hands:

The Jackal’s Mistress by Chris Bohjalian: Historical fiction set during the Civil War. I’m just past the halfway mark, and it’s excellent so far.

Now playing via audiobook:

The Love Lyric (Greene Sisters, #3) by Kristina Forest: The 3rd book in a trilogy that I’ve really enjoyed. I should finish up in the next day or so.

Ongoing reads:

I have two longer-term reading projects at the moment:

• My book group’s classic read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week. Progress: 52%. Up next: Chapters 26 and 27.
• Dracula: My Classics Club spin book! Progress: 0%. That’s right — I completely failed to even start this book during the past week, despite my good intentions. I’ll leave it here for now, and see if I can do better in the week to come.

What will you be reading this week?

So many books, so little time…

My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.

Life.

A good friend of ours just became a grandparent, and we went to a lovely little gathering to meet the new baby (who is absolutely adorable, of course).

Other than that, it’s been a busy workweek, but I’ve been able to squeeze in a decent amount of outdoor time and dancing. Not enough reading, alas… it was difficult to find time to just sit and pick up a book.

And of course, must include the weekly kitty photo. This is the “why are you bothering me while I’m napping?” face.

Blogging.

I thought I’d share a problem I had with WordPress this week, and the solution! This may have been a “me” problem… but in case anyone else has been in this situation, here’s how I panicked and then found a fix.

I usually work on my blog from my home desktop, but found myself with some downtime while I had my laptop handy, so I finished up a book review that I’d been working on earlier, then saved the draft. When I got back to my desktop, I went to proofread it — and maybe it’s because I’d had the previous draft open there too, but when I went back into the document, my changes were gone. Essentially, I’d lost everything I’d written after the first paragraph. Panic mode!

Fortunately, once the panic subsided, I realize that I could click the Revisions menu option, and then restore from a previous version. It worked! My changes were restored, my book review was saved, and I was able to publish the post.

In case you ever find yourself in this situation, here’s how to use the revisions feature.

What did I read during the last week?

Kills Well with Others (Killer of a Certain Age, #2) by Deanna Raybourn: Loved this follow-up book about women assassins “of a certain age”! Highly recommended. My review is here.

The Love of My Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood: Finished on Sunday, and will share a review as soon as I have a chance. Really enjoyable, and a great listen!

Pop culture & TV:

I’ve started the new season of 1923 — it’s good so far! And more out of habit than anything else, I started the new Survivor season as well… which really is just like all the previous seasons, more or less. Ho hum… and yet, I keep watching.

Fresh Catch:

I tend to read each new volume in the Incryptids and October Daye series (both by Seanan McGuire) via Kindle (or ARC) as soon as they come out, then buy the mass market paperback editions whenever they become available. I realized this week that I’d forgotten to get a few of the paperbacks… and now I have!

What will I be reading during the coming week?

Currently in my hands:

Installment Immortality (Incryptids, #14) by Seanan McGuire: Speaking of Seanan McGuire and Incryptids… this is the newest in the series, releasing next week. I honestly thought I’d have time to polish it off over the weekend, but life had other plans for me. Should be able to wrap it up in another day or two.

Now playing via audiobook:

The Fall Risk by Abby Jimenez: I just started this audio short — it’s only 2 hours, so I should fly through it. Anything new from Abby Jimenez is always a treat!

Since that one is so short, I should be done today or tomorrow, and already have my next listen lined up:

Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone: I listened to another book by this author (Ready or Not) just a few weeks ago, and loved it, so I’m very eager to start her new release. (And how gorgeous is that cover?)

Ongoing reads:

I have two longer-term reading projects at the moment:

• My book group’s classic read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week. Progress: 47%. Up next: Chapters 24 and 25.
• Dracula: My Classics Club spin book! I’m planning to take a slow approach and read just a bit each day, while also enjoying this beautiful edition with illustrations by Edward Gorey. No progress yet! I’m starting this week.

What will you be reading this week?

So many books, so little time…

My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.

Life.

It’s been a good week here (but only if I shut off the part of my brain that’s obsessed with the news). I fit in a few dance sessions, and the weather cooperated enough for us to be able to dance outdoors a couple of times. A good friend is in town for a family visit, and it was terrific to get to catch up again.

Our kitty cat seems to have a developed an interest in my bookshelf. What can I say? He’s a very smart cat.

What did I read during the last week?

Emily Wilde’s Compendium of Lost Tales (Emily Wilde, #3) by Heather Fawcett: I didn’t love this one as much as the first two in the series, but it works well as a wrap-up for the trilogy as a whole. My review is here.

Wyrd Sisters (Discworld, #6) by Terry Prachett: Another great Discworld audiobook! Silly and highly entertaining. My review is here.

Ready or Not by Cara Bastone: A sweet, friends-to-lovers romance featuring a very unexpected pregnancy. My audiobook review is here.

Greenteeth by Molly O’Neill: A terrific fantasy debut novel. Review to follow later in the week.

Pop culture & TV:

I’m not someone who feels the need to see every single Oscar-nominated movies — and yet, I’ve managed to watch two more! This past week, I watched Dune: Part 2 and Conclave. Dune is good, but confusing (and I say this as someone who’s read the books!), and probably would have felt more awe-inspiring on the big screen. Conclave is fascinating, and the acting is superb. Who knew I’d be interested in a movie about the inner workings of the Vatican?

That brings my Oscar tally to 5 out of 10 best picture movies watched (these two, plus Anora, Wicked, and The Substance) … and I don’t see myself checking out the rest.

Have you watched any of the other Best Picture nominees? Any recommendations?

My son and I also ended up watching The Menu — I had absolutely no idea what to expect ahead of time, so it was quite a shocker. (I just thought it was a movie about a demanding chef — go check out the trailer if you want to know more!)

In the world of TV, I’m excited for the new season of 1923, and will approach the new season of Yellowjackets with caution.

Fresh Catch:

Two gorgeous new hardcovers this week: A special edition of Dracula, with illustrations by Edward Gorey, and the new anniversary edition of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah.

What will I be reading during the coming week?

Currently in my hands:

Kills Well With Others by Deanna Raybourn: I started this book late Sunday, and I’m hooked already!

Now playing via audiobook:

The Love of My Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood: I’ll be starting this audiobook today. It was an impulse borrow via the library’s website — fingers crossed it will be a good one!

Ongoing reads:

My book group’s classic read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week. Progress: 42%. Up next: Chapters 22 and 23.

What will you be reading this week?

So many books, so little time…

My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.

Life.

It’s so nice to have a long weekend!

Blogging.

I feel like I manage to come up with a new WordPress complaint each week. Here’s my latest: I found a bunch of comments sitting in spam that are from real people who’ve actually interacted with my blog before! Why, WordPress, why? I never would have thought to check, but now that I have, I’ll keep an eye on my spam folder going forward.

(And if you happen to have left a comment at some point in the past that went unanswered, I apologize.. and also, that could be why!)

Other bookish thoughts.

I’ve started two different versions of a post about Neil Gaiman… and both times, I found the subject too depressing to finish. There’s already a ton written about him out there on the internet, and I don’t think I have anything particularly different to add.

What really started me thinking about the subject, though, was seeing his books on my shelves and realizing I don’t want to see them there any longer… and there really are quite a few. For now, I’m listing a bunch on my Pango seller page, putting a couple of the rattier editions in my Little Free Library (in fact, one got snatched up within an hour of my leaving it there), and may just stick the rest (I can’t quite bring myself to part with Stardust… ) in a closet for now.

Anyone else struggling with what to do with their Neil Gaiman books?

What did I read during the last week?

Annie Bot by Sierra Greer: Fascinating, fast read — and finished in time for my book group chat later this week. My review is here.

Equal Rites (Discworld, #3) by Terry Prachett: Really enjoyable audiobook! I’d read this book previously a few years ago; my original review is here.

Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan: This was such a fun read. My review is here.

Pop culture & TV:

I don’t always keep up with Oscar-nominated movies, but I’ve been curious about certain movies getting a lot of buzz. This week, I checked out Anora — and I’ve gotta say, I was impressed! So far, of the best picture nominees, I’ve seen Anora, Wicked, and The Substance. I’m still planning to watch Dune: Part 2 — but beyond that, none are especially calling to me right now. Any recommendations?

Fresh Catch:

One new book this week, and I’m already enjoying it!

What will I be reading during the coming week?

Currently in my hands:

Emily Wilde’s Compendium of Lost Tales (Emily Wilde, #3) by Heather Fawcett: I’m about halfway through, and after a bit of a slow start, it’s really good!

Next up:

I’m trying to stay on top of all of my pending ARCs for upcoming new releases. My next read will probably be one of these:

Now playing via audiobook:

Wyrd Sisters (Discworld, #6) by Terry Pratchett: I’m continuing with the audiobooks for the Witches books within the Discworld series. It’s a blast! Great narration, lots of fun.

Ongoing reads:

My book group’s classic read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week. Progress: 38%. Up next: Chapters 20 and 21.

What will you be reading this week?

So many books, so little time…

My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.

Life.

My husband and I celebrated our 27th anniversary over the weekend! We treated ourselves to a lovely dinner at one of our favorite restaurants, and they added a nice touch to our dessert:

Blogging.

In new WordPress weirdness, the ability to copy an old post and save it as a new one seems to be working… but for some random reason, the menu choice is now “duplicate” instead of “copy”, and it took me a minute to realize it (before just thinking that the ability to copy was entirely gone). Why, WordPress, why? I don’t understand the need to change something that’s already fine.

Around the blogosphere:

I enjoyed a discussion on the Pages Unbound blog about reading challenges. It’s interesting to see so many opinions on the topic!

What did I read during the last week?

The God of the Woods by Liz Moore: Posted a review from my previous week’s reading. 5 stars! My review is here.

Three Days in June by Anne Tyler: Short, sharp fiction by a masterful writer. My review is here.

Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell: Excellent middle grade fantasy adventure. My review is here.

Black Woods Blue Sky by Eowyn Ivey: Atmospheric story with a gorgeous Alaska setting. Parts left me baffled, but it’s a reading experience I can’t stop thinking about. My review is here.

Pop culture & TV:

I really haven’t watched much this past week, other than new episodes of Ghosts and Abbott Elementary. Too busy reading, I guess…

Fresh Catch:

My lovely hardcover edition of The Bones Beneath My Skin arrived. It’s so pretty!

My Little Free Library has seen quite a bit of action this past week, despite the awful rainy weather day after day. Lots of new additions, lots of books taken that had been there a while. I don’t typically take books from the LFL for my own collection… but I made an exception when a copy of a Carley Fortune book showed up over the weekend!

What will I be reading during the coming week?

Currently in my hands:

Annie Bot by Sierra Greer: My book group book for February! It grabbed my attention right from the first page, and it’s been hard to put it down. I’m close to the end — should finish up today.

Next up:

Either a book for a reading challenge, or one of my two remaining ARCs for February new releases:

Now playing via audiobook:

Equal Rites (Discworld, #3) by Terry Pratchett: I’ve had very mixed results with my forays into Discworld thus far, but I decided to give the witch books another try, after seeing strong recommendations for the audiobooks. The narrator is Indira Varma, and she’s fantastic! I’ve listened to about half so far, and it’s lots of fun.

Ongoing reads:

My book group’s classic read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week. Progress: 34%. Up next: Chapters 18 and 19.

What will you be reading this week?

So many books, so little time…