I completed 136 books this year. I had a slow period from July to October. I had a lot of stress at work. After taking care of that, I got back on track. But it really slowed me down. My goal was 130 books, so I cannot complain. But I wanted to reach 150 books …
Review of “The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music” by Dave Grohl
Overall: 4.5 Stars Summary: Dave Grohl’s memoir walks you through his childhood, career, and personal life. He talks about him growing up, getting into music, influences, family life, etc. Foo Fighters and Nirvana… 2 of the greatest bands of all time!!!! My thoughts: I listened and read this book! I really enjoyed it. Dave’s memoir was …
Review of “Will” by Will Smith and Mark Manson
Overall: 4.5 Stars Summary: Will Smith’s memoir goes from childhood to present day. He talks about his family, growing up, his career, and marriages. The book has serious and funny stories throughout. It starts with his childhood, siblings, and parents. He then talks about his start in the music industry and his transition to TV/films. He …
Review of “Rebel Girls: Climate Warriors” by
This is a short review. I got this ARC from Netgalley! Thanks for the chance to read and review! WOW! I really enjoyed this book a lot. The subject matter of women and climate warriors was very inspiring. It was full of powerful words. This is exactly what a young girl needs to read about …
Review of “Redeeming Love” by Francine Rivers
Rating: 3 star review Summary: A re-telling of the biblical story of Hosea. It is set during the gold rush. It tells the story of Angel. She is abused by her estranged father. After her mother passes away, she is sold into prostitution at a young age (eight years old). A guy sees her and …
Review of “El Deafo” by Cece Bell
Rating: 5 star review Summary: We follow Cece Bell from Kindergarten to 5th grade! Cece lost her hearing as a child in the 70s. She is fit with a hearing aid that has a box that she wears. This book follows her going to school, making friends, having boy crushes, and just her story. This …
Spoilers for Celebrity Book Clubs Jan 2022
lf you don’t want spoilers do not scroll any further down. My sister has been saying that gma pick MAY be The Maid by Nina Prose. We haven’t seen a sticker yet. Just her guess. I will post when I know for sure. I posted reese’s YA selection in another post. I am sorry for …
Belletrist book club (Emma Roberts) December 2021
All her picks are listed here:
Christmas Books
I made a list a week ago with ROM-COMs for Christmas. This list is books about Christmas that is not rom-coms. Some are dark…some are funny! But I hope you enjoy! Letter from Father Christmas by J.R.R. Tolkien Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens The Man Who Invented Christmas by Les Standiford The Usual Santas by …