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What I Read (and Loved) in 2023

What I Read (and Loved) in 2023

It’s been my tradition here on the blog to write a brief review of what I read during the year and share my favorites.

If you’re new here, you should know that I tend to alternate between business and entrepreneurship books and novels, with a few memoirs and non-fiction selections added in. This year, I read 29 books (not counting the few I started but didn’t finish).

Here’s the book list I made at the beginning of the year.

Looking for a few new books to read in 2024? In this post, I’m sharing what I read this year, plus the seven best books I read in 2023.

Happy reading!

The 5 Best Books I Read in 2021

The 5 Best Books I Read in 2021

Every year in December, I take some time to look back at all the books I’ve read in the past year.

If you know me, you know I always set out with a book list, and then undoubtedly change my mind as I discover books on Instagram, podcasts, and blogs, and as books come recommended by friends.

This year, I read 22 books (not counting the ones I started and didn’t finish).

Book Review: What I Learned From "The Creative Habit"

Book Review: What I Learned From "The Creative Habit"

As a creative, I love reading about other people's creative processes: their habits and work routines, the decisions they make, the way they think, and how they see the world.

Here are my three biggest takeaways from The Creative Habit.

How to Plan for an Uncertain Year (7 Fresh Approaches)

How to Plan for an Uncertain Year (7 Fresh Approaches)

Most years, the beginning of the new year feels fresh and exciting. Everything is new and bright and full of possibility.

This year, in the midst of a global pandemic and political unrest, things feel a little different.

That’s why today, I’m not here to talk about how to set the right goals or plan out your entire year in one sitting (because who knows what the year may hold!). Instead, I want to share a few unconventional ways to prepare for the new year ahead.

25 Books to Read This Year (2021 Book List)

25 Books to Read This Year (2021 Book List)

One of my favorite traditions is putting together a book list at the beginning of each year. I try to choose a variety of books (old and new) from a few different categories:

Business, Spiritual & Lifestyle, Fiction, Personal/Intellectual, Nonfiction/Memoir

This helps me be intentional about the books I read and ensure some diversity (so I don’t end up reading only one type of book!).

Looking for books to read this coming year? I hope you find something interesting and relevant on this list.

The Seven Best Books I Read in 2020

The Seven Best Books I Read in 2020

I love taking time in December to look back at all the books I’ve read during the year.

As in years past, I set out with a book list, and then I changed my mind as I discovered books in the library (pre-COVID!) and books came recommended by friends. Also, as the world shifted and changed this year, I looked for books to reflect that.

This year, I read 27 books (not counting the ones I started and didn’t finish).

Looking for book recommendations for 2021? Today, I’m sharing the seven best books I read in 2020, along with a brief description of what I liked about each one: