My Favorite Books from the Past Year

A bright side of the past year? More time spent reading than ever. I’ve always loved reading, but last year gave me more free time than ever to actually sit down with a book and read. It’s one of my favorite things to do in the morning when I wake up, or right before I fall asleep. My goal is to read at those times instead of reach for my phone right away. It’s definitely a work in progress. I’m not the best book reviewer, but I can say that I read over 50 books last year, and these were my favorites.

You’ll notice many of them are fiction, and they are a mixture of light hearted (because, well, 2020), and more serious or darker subject matter. I used to read a lot of non fiction, but lately I have shifted to listening to the audiobook versions instead. Now, I like to save my reading time for “fun” books.

My Favorite Books from the Past Year

If you’re looking for a light hearted read, I recommend The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Anxious People, and Rabbit.

Verity and The Vanishing Half were page turners I literally could not put down.

The Girl with the Louding Voice and A Knock at Midnight were powerful books in their own right.

Interior Chinatown and Know My Name were some of the most important reading I’ve done in the past year.

I’d love to know what you’re reading, and what your favorite books of the past year are. I’m always looking for new recommendations!