Summa Time and the living’s…..ok.
I’ve only read thirty-seven books so far this year.
I feel like I’m confessing my sins. For me, thirty-seven books at this part of the year is usually not a lot. However, the rational part of my brain has to remind myself that thirty-seven books are good. In fact, for a lot of people it’s more than good. I also have to remind myself that I have been in the middle of learning a new school, learning a new town that I moved to recently, and a new degree program (I’m currently getting an EdS in Instructional Technology) while also dealing with health issues (I’m 42…IYKYK). Plus, the world seems to be on fire for a multitude of reasons (currently worried about a new virus??).
So this summer, I’m taking it easy. Thank you for the inspiration Ella Fitzgerald and Sublime. I’m going to learn about my new town and the city it’s near. I’m going to take care of my health. And I’m going to read.
What am I going to read? Well, I am a mood reader, so whatever the mood strikes but these books are ones I have made a priority. I am also reading from my book shelf this summer (a phrase I have used and abused multiple times but it’s for real this time!) because I have way too many books. After Indie Bookstore Day, I put a moratorium on buying books. I have even paused my Book of the Month subscription.
Here are the books I want to prioritize this summer:
Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke
This book has been everywhere with everyone talking about it. It was even a GMA Book Club pick for April. Natalie is a tradwife influencer that suddenly wakes up in a life that is not her’s. Her husband and children are familiar but not. She is now a farmer’s wife expected to do all of the chores that come with the title. The premise reminds me of the movie Overboard with Goldie Hawn. I plan to buddy read this with my friend, Liz.
Kin by Tayari Jones
I lovvvvvved American Marriage by Jones. Loved it. If you have not read it, stop and go do it now. The premise is two friends whose lives diverge as they get older during the 50s and 60s. I also love a book about friendship. Jones came to Birmingham not to long ago and I’m kicking myself that I didn’t go see her.
Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman
Full transparency: I got this book from the library. I don’t actually own it. But I have been hearing a lot about it and a friend of mine at work has read the entire series. I usually don’t go for science fiction and I have no idea what LitPRG is, but the premise of a man and his cat saving the world from aliens sounds hilarious.
Our Perfect Storm by Carly Fortune
Friends Frankie and George go on her honeymoon after she is dumped at the wedding. As someone who always wondered how that would happen, I get the tea without the actual heartache. I have never read Carly Fortune before but have heard her name many times. One of her books has been adapted into a Prime show that’s giving The Summer I Turned Pretty vibes. If I like this, I want to read the rest of her stuff.
How We Learn to be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith by Mariann Edgar Budde
Budde explores how historical figures found courage during difficult times. Budde is the first female bishop of Washington. This is my nonfiction for summer.
And that’s it! Although, I will hopefully read more in my beautiful two months not at work. We shall see.
What are you reading this summer?
I am Laura Lott, a library media specialist in Alabama. I love to talk about books. You can come talk with me about what you are reading @bamareads on Instagram.
