Why My 2016 Reading Goal Has a Cap

In 2015, I read 78 books. My goal for 2016 is to read at least 50. And no more than 75. I love books. Reading is my favorite thing. So why would I put a cap on my reading goal? Because I don’t just love books, I’m obsessed with them. I read in the morning.Continue reading “Why My 2016 Reading Goal Has a Cap”

The 10 Best Books I Read in 2015

This year I read 78 books. You can see the full list on my Goodreads page. There’s a lot of good stuff in that list—poetry, nonfiction, young adult, middle grade, horror, modern, classic—it was a good year for my book-loving soul. But a few books stood out above the rest. They’ve stuck with me, lingeringContinue reading “The 10 Best Books I Read in 2015”

5 Cool Books to Read When It’s Hot Outside

The heat index yesterday in Austin was 104 degrees. That kind of temperature just makes you want to climb into one of the compartments on the frozen food aisle and take a nap on the bags of edamame. But that’s a good way to get kicked out of your favorite grocery store. The next bestContinue reading “5 Cool Books to Read When It’s Hot Outside”