Tag: Reading
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The Color Purple: Book Club Discussion
For our discussion on Are You There God, It’s Me Margaret. I gave a complete personal reflection in the post’s opening; I will go about the discussion differently for The Color Purple. There are many layers to this novel, for which I have opinions. I want to share a significant reflection, if not for my…
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Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret: Book Club Discussion
I don’t remember reading Judy Blume’s classic novel, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret. when I was a child. However, I very well may have because I remember the book cover on my shelf. I loved her other books, Double Fudge and Freckle Juice, if only for their titles. Despite not remembering, some parts triggered an emotional recall towards…
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A Movie Lover’s Book Club: February Book Pick
Another month, a new read! If you’ve found this post, you’re interested in our February book pick. If it’s your first time here or you need a refresher, let’s dive into logistics; if you already have the basics covered, feel free to jump ahead. Be on the lookout for Are You There God? It’s Me…
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A Movie Lover’s Book Club: January Book Pick
Welcome to A Movie Lover’s Book Club, where we discuss all things novels, movies, and more. It’s January, and I’m feeling refreshed and excited for 2024! After reviewing my stats from 2023 it appears the book club posts are of interest to readers. It’s definitely something I’m interested in creating and admittedly gave up on…
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7 Novels to Bookend and Begin Your Year
As we gear up for 2024, are you setting a reading goal? I fell behind on my reading target for 2023. Still, the books I did read were amazing – shout out to my hands-down favorite book(s) of 2023, A Court of Thorns and Roses (book #3, specifically). Although I didn’t read nearly as many…
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11 Hauntingly Good Reads for Leafy Days & Eerie Nights: Your Ultimate Fall Booklist
These 11 fall reads are my booklist picks for the season. I’ll be enjoying them alongside you. Like last year’s 15 Books to Cozy Up to This Autumn, I curated a collection of books you can start now, ones that give a harvest mood and fantasy-world enchantment vibe, the type of feelings that come with…
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7 Bookshops for Your Washington State Bucket List
Last fall, one of my best friends and I spent the day participating in a bookstore crawl – the same concept as a bar crawl, except instead of spending money on alcohol, we spent money on books, and rather than dealing with a hangover the next day, we trifled with the choice of which novel…
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A Movie Lover’s Book Club: Tiny Beautiful Things Discussion
I read Cheryl Strayed’s novel Wild before I picked up Tiny Beautiful Things, so while I was familiar with her work and enjoyed it very much, I didn’t begin this novel with any expectations in mind. With the exception, perhaps, that her general writing style would be as raw and honest as her work in Wild. And it’s possible…
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A Movie Lover’s Book Club: July Book Pick
If you are reading this after July 2023 here is the link to Tiny Beautiful Things Discussion Welcome to A Movie Lover’s Book Club, where we discuss all things novels, movies, and more. If you’ve found this post, you’re interested in my August book pick. Yay! If it’s your first time here or you need…
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11 Non-Fiction Novels to Read When You’re Feeling Down
By now, it’s no secret how much a fan of novels I am. I read books when I’m happy, and I read books when I am feeling down. One of my favorite self-care methods for soothing life chaos is picking up a great non-fiction book. Nothing inspires my blog more than the things I love…