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Continue reading →: My Favorite Book Series
I don’t usually discriminate between series or stand-alone books – I just read what I’m in the mood for. But there’s something especially fun about starting a book and discovering that there are more books to come, especially when I’ve fallen in love with the characters. I’ve previously shared my…
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Continue reading →: Reading My First eBook: A Physical Book Lover’s Honest Thoughts
If you’ve been around Readers Gotta Read for very long, you already know one thing about me – I love physical books. I love holding a book in my hands, turning the pages, and watching my progress as the bookmark slowly moves toward the end. Out of all the book…
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Continue reading →: The Best Baby Shower Books: Gifts for Baby & Mom
My sister-in-law welcomed a beautiful baby girl last Fall, and to celebrate her arrival, her book club hosted a Book Sprinkle. I thought it was such a thoughtful (and adorable!) idea. Instead of traditional gifts, guests brought books to help build the baby’s first library – and because my sister-in-law…
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Continue reading →: Top 10 Books I’d Read Again (and Why They’re Worth It)
Some books entertain us for a few days before we move on to the next title. Others stay with us long after we turn the final page. One of the biggest questions I ask before deciding whether to keep a book is simple: Would I read it again? If the…
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Continue reading →: Meet Children’s Book Illustrator Sara Andrews: Bringing Stories to Life Through Art
Have you ever wondered how the illustrations in children’s books come to life? Recently, I had the opportunity to chat with children’s book illustrator Sara Andrews about her creative journey, her artistic process, and the joy of helping stories leap off the page. I first met Sara at our church’s…
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Continue reading →: 6 Fun Bookish Finds to Watch for During Amazon Prime Days
Amazon Prime Days are here (June 23-26)! This is a great time to snag some deals for yourself or get an early start on Christmas shopping. I keep a running Wishlist for both my boys and myself, and I check them fairly often so I know when something is actually…
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Continue reading →: Best Father-Son Read-Alouds Books for Family Reading Time
Reading has always been a big part of our family. My husband and I both always have a book going, and we’ve worked hard to encourage a love of reading in our sons. While we all read together, my husband has often had a special book or series that he…
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Continue reading →: The Amazing Generation: A Book Review + Parent-Child Book Club Idea
What is The Anxious Generation About? The Anxious Generation by Joanthan Haidt was released in 2024 and quickly became a cultural talking point. It hit #1 on the New York Times bestseller list and has sold millions of copies. The book explores how the rise of smartphones and social media…
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Continue reading →: Should You Finish Every Book You Start? A Reader’s Guide to DNFing Books
DNF = Did Not Finish I used to think I had to finish every book I ever started. If I DNF’d a book, I felt like I was quitting. After college, I wanted to rebuild my reading habit. One strategy I tried was alternating between fiction and nonfiction. I flew…
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I’m Teri
Welcome to my book nook! I’m glad you’re here!
I’m married to Matt, and we have two sons that keep us laughing and on our toes. To paraphrase Buddy the Elf, “I love reading. Reading’s my favorite.” This website exists for all things books and reading. I hope you’ll turn the page with me and take a look around.