Life of a Bookworm
August 13 // à la Sarah Kurdt
Reading is one of my all time favorite hobbies. I love researching the books beforehand, getting engrossed in the story, and then listening to interviews or podcasts with the author afterwards. One of my favorite ways to connect with other women is to trade books back and forth. It is such a small and meaningful gift, and an organic way to have to check-in with each other.
I tend to gravitate toward fiction or memoirs, but have been expanding my horizon by reading non-fiction such as White Fragility and How To Change Your Mind.
I had gotten in the habit of buying books for $18 and keeping the copies in my room in stacks (doubling as decor.) In an effort to save money in the long run, I invested in a Kindle Paperwhite and downloaded the Libby app. The Libby app links to your library card and lets you borrow books (and audiobooks) for free. The downside is the long wait list for hot titles, so sometimes I do still treat myself to a trip to the bookstore!
I probably read about a book a month, and sometimes two at a time (if one is really heavy, I like to switch back and forth.) I’m currently reading Luster, and just finished Big Friendship. (Highly recommend both, by the way!)
I also recently started using a Goodreads to keep track of what I am reading. It is so fun to rate the book (1-5 stars) and see what other people are saying about it! The app gives you recommendations on what to read next, and similar authors to the authors you already know and love.
Below are some of my all time favorite reads. Please let me know your favorite book below, and I’ll add it to my list! Xx.
A Little Life This moving novel follows four male friends throughout their life in NYC as they deal with relationships, addictions, and childhood trauma.
The Goldfinch This novel follows young Theo throughout adulthood, and the one piece of art he is obsessed with.
Scar Tissue Anthony Kiedis from The Red Hot Chili Peppers tells all in his beautifully written memoir.
Maybe You Should Talk To Someone A story of an LA therapist, her experience visiting a therapist, and the lives of her patients.
Educated A memoir by Tara Westover sharing her roots in Idaho all the way to her journey to Harvard.
Normal People The story of friends Connell and Marianne growing up together and experiencing the joys and hardships of adulthood.
Conversations With Friends This book is about the messy, endearing, and thrilling friendship of two women.
An American Marriage A married couple Celestial and Roy struggle when Roy is wrongly committed of a crime.
Writers & Lovers The main character Casey is 31 and figuring out her next phase of life. While dealing with her mothers death, she works towards a more creative and fulfilling career path.
Little Fires Everywhere This novel traces the picture perfect family The Richardsons with a new mom and daughter that shake things up in Shaker Heights, Ohio.
Inside Out The well-written memoir of the famous Demi Moore.
I Feel Bad About My Neck: And Other Thoughts On Being A Woman Nora Ephron’s series of short essays explore womanhood, career, and marriage with a sense of humor and authenticity.
My Dark Vanessa This novel focuses on the “me too” movement when sexual allegations are held for Vanessa’s old professor.
Daisy Jones & The Six This fun, light-hearted book tells the tale of a 70’s rock band full of drugs, sex, and rock & roll.
Three Women A riveting true story about the sex lives of three women across the country.
