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Continue reading →: One-and-Done or Long-Haul? Stand-Alone Books vs. Series
Have you ever stood at the library or bookstore and saw book 1 of 7 on the shelf? What was your reaction – excitement or overwhelm? The answer to that question probably reveals if you prefer stand-alone books or series. Some readers love the commitment of a long series, while…
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Continue reading →: Battle of the Book Formats: Print vs. eBooks vs. Audiobooks
We live in a time where we have never had more books at our fingertips than at any point in history. Over 2.2 million new books are published worldwide every year (source ISBNdb), and the average American reads (or listens to) to about 12 books per year (source BookRiot). Books…
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Continue reading →: Books My Boys Are Currently Loving: Fun Reads for Kids Ages 10-12
My boys LOVE to read, and fostering a love of books has been a priority for my husband and I since they were born. In fact, the first thing I bought when I found out when I was pregnant with my oldest son was a collection of books that I…
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Continue reading →: Best Book Subscription Boxes for Readers (Adults, Kids & YA)
Book subscriptions have become a popular way for readers to discover new books without the stress of choosing what to read next. Whether you’re in a reading slump, love the thrill of surprise, or are shopping for the perfect gift for a book lover, book subscription boxes offer a curated…
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Continue reading →: Book-Inspired Craft Ideas Every Reader Will Love
If you love books, there’s something especially satisfying about turning that love into something you can make. Book-inspired crafts are a fun way to celebrate reading- whether you’re creating something practical like bookmarks, decorating your home library, or crafting meaningful gifts for fellow readers. Below are several book-themed craft ideas…
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Continue reading →: Best of Books: Must-Read Personal Growth Books for 2026
According to Pew Research, 3 out of 10 American say they make at least one New Year resolution. Across all age groups, the most common resolutions focus on health and finances. With that in mind, I wanted to share some of the best books to jump start the new year…
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Continue reading →: Reading in 2026: A Gentle Reading Reset for the New Year
This time of year is flush with resolutions, goals and intentions – including ambitious new year reading goals. As a runner, I used to dread January because I’d arrive at the gym after work and every treadmill would be full. As resolutions tend to do, the enthusiastic new runners faded…
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A Look Back at 2025: Every Book I Read This Year
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Continue reading →: A Look Back at 2025: Every Book I Read This YearI started this blog one year ago, and my very first post shared my TBR pile for the new year. The start of a new year is always exciting – it’s a time for fresh starts, new goals, and of course, new books. As motivational speaker Charlie “Tremendous” Jones famously…
Hello,
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.