I’m sure I’m not alone in saying that I am already pretty worn down from the 2020 presidential election. If we’re being honest, I’ve been pretty worn down since 2016. So, if you’re like me and need a boost, here are some great reads to help build you up again.
The Try Guys, four YouTubers who got their start at Buzzfeed before breaking off into their own production company, are not strangers to failing. They’ve failed in a variety of ways in their lives, as they make clear in their 2019 book. The Hidden Power of F*cking Up is a funny, quick read that struck me as surprisingly poignant at times. Read the full book review here!
Mary Stuart is my all time favorite historical figure. When I came across this book while browsing Amazon, I bought it without hesitation. I hadn’t read anything by Kate Williams prior to this, and was eager to see how she portrayed my favorite queen. The book did not disappoint. Read my full review of The Betrayal of Mary, Queen of Scots: Elizabeth I and Her Greatest Rival by Kate Williams here!
While we all know that the internet loves cats, cat people have known about the captivating appeal of our feline friends for centuries. Catlady: A Love Letter to Women and Their Cats brings together intelligent and witty essays by various women exploring the nuances of cat mom life and the bonds we form with cats. Read my full review of Catlady: A Love Letter to Women and Their Cats by Leah Reena Goren here!
Welcome to my Current Loves! Check out all the things that I am currently loving in my daily life, including a beautiful new tartan line from Prickly Thistle, my new favorite book, and more!
Welcome to my Current Loves! Check out all the things that I am currently loving in my daily life, including my new favorite cook book, a great new skincare serum, and more!
Colum McCann’s 2009 Let the Great World Spin is a unique read. The novel circles a number of interrelated characters surrounding Philippe Petit’s 1974 tightrope walk between the Twin Towers. Read my full review here.
Girls and Their Cats by BriAnne Wills celebrates the intense bond between women and their cats. Read the full review of Wills’ new book here.
Tiny But Mighty is a robust guide to saving even the most vulnerable kittens. Read my full review of Shaw’s feline resource here!
Who Thought This Was a Good Idea? by Alyssa Mastromonaco is a smart and easy read that will make you laugh, cry, and want to rewatch all your favorite political shows.
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