what i’m reading

Once — in that long ago time before self-employment and caring for a tiny human — I used to stubbornly finish every book that I started. If I read chapter one, I read every chapter that followed. It was a matter of principle… and also I had plenty of time. Recently, though, I’ve abandoned that self-imposed rule. I try to finish every book that I start (and I always pay my library fines when it takes me longer than I expected). But if I’m not enjoying a book, for whatever reason, I no longer feel obligated to spend my leisure time on it. Every book deserves a chance, is my way of thinking. But not every chance works out. In the last couple months, I had a higher than normal proportion of abandoned books. But I also discovered some absolute gems, revisited favorite authors, and thoroughly enjoyed a good adventure or two. Reading, friends. It does a body good. Recently finished: The Changing Tide by K.A. Dowling. Kelly and I connected on Instagram through a post-a-day challenge for writers (though I’m pretty sure neither of us posted every day). And I’m so glad we did — this first installment of her […]