Best Book Ever!

Best Book Ever! Did that catch your attention? I must admit, I’m drawn to book recommendations. I enjoy both fiction and nonfiction, so when I come across a headline proclaiming a number one best-seller or see someone posting their “Top 10” list, I can’t help but scan the titles.

While I can’t honestly choose a single “Best Book Ever,” I can certainly share a list of recommendations. I confess that I love rereading books multiple times. If a book is worthy of a second read, I’ll buy it in hardcover, adding it to my literary collection. Typically, I start by reading on my Kindle to determine if the book is a keeper before making that investment.

Audiobooks have truly been a game changer for me. Not only can I enjoy reading in hardcover or on my Kindle, but I can also relive captivating stories while driving. I’ve discovered that I tend to catch more details when listening to an audiobook; perhaps I’m just a better listener than a reader. I have a habit of reading quickly, especially when the plot is gripping, and I’m eager to uncover the ending!

Once I finish a great book, I feel compelled to share my joy with fellow readers. Although I’m not part of a book club, I enjoy sending a screenshot of the book cover through a text message with my “MUST READ” recommendations. It’s my way of supporting the author and keeping the story alive with my friends.

My favorite reading location is in my bean bag chair by the fireplace but can adapt to nearly any place in the house when I’m deep into a story.  It is interesting how many home buyers consider a good reading space when they are searching for a new home. 

The “Reading Room’ trend has moved into the home with searches on Houzz jumping 3x in the first quarter of 2024. According to Forbes, June 25, 2024 article, “What is a Reading Room and Why Should Everyone Have One,” TicTok has over 55 million videos with ideas for creating a reading room in your home.  Homeowners are searching for terms such as ‘library wall,’ ‘reading corner’ and ‘book nook,

I believe that books offer a unique world, and each of us experiences it in our own way. How we picture the hero, the setting, and the emotions are entirely personal to each reader. I get excited when one of my favorite stories is adapted for the big screen, but I also feel a bit apprehensive, hoping that the actors will meet my expectations based on my reading experience. 

So here’s to the world of literature and the love of a truly great book…and a favorite space in your home that you can escape to.

Some of my favs…in no order:

The Women

Any Place I Hang My Hat

Harry Potter-(All of the them)

To Kill a Mockingbird

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

Tara Road

All Roads Lead to Austen

The Four Agreements

Firefly Lane

The Rose Code

Where the Crawdads Sing

The Age of Innocence

Pride and Prejudice

What are your top reads? I would love to get your recommendations, send your comments to: https://www.facebook.com/SiouxlandWoman

PS: Download the Libby App to enjoy checking out books from your local library.