It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? is a weekly post to share what you recently finished reading, what you’re currently reading, and what you plan on reading this week. It’s hosted by Kathryn at Bookdate.
What I Read Last Week:
Best Friends Forever was an entertaining, light mystery with chilling moments.
The Reunion was a fantastic psychological thriller that delivered the promised jaw dropping twist.
The Surrogate was a great audiobook and my new favorite Jensen book.
Look For Her was about a cold case, one of my favorite premises!
The Story of Our Lives was a lovely read about female friends with a clever structure.
Currently Reading:
Up Next:
I think I’m finally, slowly coming out of my reading slump, which is exciting! One positive from it has been that it made me reflect and reevaluate how I want to move forward. I still love book blogging and find it to be really fun, but I realized that I’ve been putting unnecessary pressure on myself to read all of the books! Super unrealistic and silly honestly because that’s just impossible. Most of the time it’s me having FOMO, which again is just stupid so I’ve decided to be more discerning in terms of the books that I commit to reading. I cannot do it all and I want to continue to enjoy doing this and not constantly feel like I’m under pressure to read. It’s all self inflicted, no one has made me feel this way for the record. With all that said, I’ll be refraining from posting reviews on the weekends unless I have a prior commitment just so I’m not constantly writing blog posts. So no huge changes, I’ll still be around, I feel like scaling back slightly will only have a positive impact on my life! Does anyone else do this? Curious what works for you all.. And how was your week?!
Lots of nice covers.
THE LUCKY ONES really looks good.
ENJOY your books and your reading week.
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Thanks same to you!
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I don’t have set days in my mind for not posting but if I miss a day, I don’t feel bad about it anymore. Used to. Like there was some unwritten rule that said I had to post every single day. Now all I need to do is learn not to say yes to all the blog tour review requests that land in my inbox so I can actually read my own books at a more leisurely place. That’d be nice. 😄
Glad to hear you feel like your reading slump is behind you though. I hope you’ve settled into your new home now as well. xx
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Yes an unwritten rule!! 😂 I feel you I commit to way too much and that’s what I’m hoping I can stop doing.
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If you find a way, let me know! I need all the help I can get! 😂
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😂😂
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“Alternate Sides” by Anna Quindlen. It’s not in your preferred genre but I think you might like it.
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I’ve read her in the past, I’ll definitely check it out!
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I think “Black and Blue” was turned into a movie. If interested here is my review:
https://books6259.wordpress.com/2018/02/20/alternate-side-by-anna-quindlen/
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That’s the one I read!
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Check out my review. I have a feeling you might like “Alternate Sides.” Just remember it is not at all like a thriller. https://books6259.wordpress.com/2018/02/20/alternate-side-by-anna-quindlen/
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I’m reading Baby Teeth by Zoie Stage. It is so crazy but I’m really enjoying it! -Ashley
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Oohh can’t wait for that one!
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I hope you enjoy it too!
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I know exactly what you’re saying. I hate being over committed on books to read, but I often find myself in the situation. Hoping to make a change soon, just after I finish the books I’ve agreed (and want) to read!
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Exactly!! It becomes such a chore sometimes. I want to keep it fun
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All your books are new to me. Have a good week. My post this week.
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I don’t post on the weekends and haven’t since I came back from my break. I really only post 2-3 times a week and I’m super enjoying that amount and I also don’t blog hop as much as before. I would just rather spend time reading.
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Yes that’s a great schedule!! I’m spending so much time writing posts when really I would rather be reading. I’ve been terrible at blog hopping as well I usually read the post, like and sometimes share because that’s all I can make time for
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I’ve been picking and choosing, sometimes sharing other’s posts or sometimes just commenting with my thought but not everyday. I’m happier with blogging overall with this strategy. I hope you find your groove with your changes!!
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Thanks Renee!!
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Good luck with the changes. I try not to put too much pressure on myself with the blog. It’s a hobby and should be fun. Have a great week!
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You’re totally right!!
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