One of my goals when traveling is to find a local, independent bookstore to browse and I always bring a book home as a souvenir. Bookstores are so cozy and inviting, and I always love seeing staff picks for books. They also feature great gift ideas for friends and family. Supporting local bookstores is a…
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The Best Books I Read in 2024
One of my favorite ways to spend a day is with a good book. In 2024, I read 52 books, including 26 that were 4.5 stars or higher. In the past, I have tracked all my books on my Instagram and in a monthly here on I’m Fixin’ To. That said, for 2025, my monthly…
Everything I Read in December 2024
My goal for 2024 was to read 52 books and thanks to a great month of reading, I achieved that goal for the year. I read quite a few books in December 2024 and was proud to finish strong after a few months where reading took a back seat. I read some great thrillers, including…
3 Books I Read in November 2024
November was a heavy month for me, though I read two incredible books and a charming holiday novel. One of the best books I read was All the Colors of the Dark, which has rightfully gotten a lot of attention this year on social media. One of the books I listened to on audio was…
What I Read in September and October 2024
My reading definitely slowed down in September and October just given some travel, some health things, and my attention span is a little short right now leading up to the election. So, I am combining what I read in those two months here, which included a fantastic non-fiction thriller, a historical fiction novel made up…





