2020 has been a weird year, and my reading has definitely reflected that. Early on in the pandemic, I had trouble concentrating. On pretty much anything. Then in the months that followed, I was extra persnickety, gravitating toward books that fit my mood. Maybe more than ever before, I’ve leaned on books and stories–as a way […]
Anita Kushwaha is the author of Secret Lives of Mothers & Daughters, and I’m thrilled to have her on my blog today! I was lucky enough to read an advance copy, and GUYS, it’s fantastic. It’s beautifully written, and somehow both heart-wrenching and hopeful, and would make for an excellent book club pick. Beyond being a talented storyteller, […]
Every once in a while, I’m lucky enough to read a book that fills me with emotion–in this case, nostalgia, giddiness, and wonder. The Jane Austen Society by Natalie Jenner was one such book. I found myself smiling throughout its entirety, eagerly turning pages to find out what happens next. And, oh boy, were there some […]