I start to stress at this time of year that there are so many recently published books I've still not read. Almost all the books on this packed shelf have been published within the past couple of years and I'd like to read them soon – though I know that's not likely. Not only do I have all these tempting stories waiting but I'm also receiving many advance copies of exciting new titles which will be published in early 2024. So it's difficult not to feel overwhelmed. However, I've learned to take my time and work my way through a prioritized list while still occasionally picking up a book on a whim.
I'm often asked how I choose what to read next. I pick books to read because of a range of reasons: a great review, a personal recommendation, an author I've enjoyed reading before or an intriguing summary. Or I might just like the look of the cover. There are a couple books I'm eager to get to first. I recently re-read “1984” in preparation for Sandra Newman's version of the story from a different character's point of view so I definitely want to get to that. “Blackouts” is also a priority because I've heard nothing but amazing things about this now National Book Award winning novel. If you spot a book on this shelf that you think I should read sooner rather than later let me know!
Despite my intense desire to gluttonously read all these, the great thing about books is that they will patiently wait on the shelf and I can only read one title at a time. As winter is fast approaching and the sunlight fades sooner in the day there's a pleasure in discovering each unique story while being cozy inside and reading with my trusty lamp as a companion. For over a year I've been using this High Definition Table Light from Serious Readers. It illuminates the page beautifully in a way which feels warm and natural. If you're looking for an excellent gift for a literary loved one or for yourself I'd really recommend getting a reading light from Serious Readers. Find out more about what makes their lights so special through this link https://try.seriousreaders.com/pages/sr458 and, if you decide to buy one, be sure to enter the Offer Code SR458 when checking out as this will save you £100 on a High Definition Light and provides you with free delivery.
Let me know the books you're aiming to read before the end of the year and if you have any suggestions of what I should read first from these shelves.
