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Breaking Free from a Reading Slump

Posted on December 13, 2024 by Jami Fairleigh

Ah, the dreaded reading slump—a state every book lover encounters at some point. It’s as if your enthusiasm for stories goes dormant, leaving you staring at your TBR pile with disinterest. Nothing sounds good. You may open several, but you...Read More

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Should We Read The Classics?

Posted on May 10, 2024 by Jami Fairleigh

Deciding whether to dive into the classics can feel a bit like choosing between a trusty old pair of jeans and the flashy new ones on sale. Both have their merits, but which pair speaks to you? Let’s face it:...Read More

2023 Reading: A Year of Books

Posted on December 29, 2023 by Jami Fairleigh

I've always been a reader. From a young age, books provided escape, adventure, and doors into other worlds. While reading, I could get out of my head and connect with others. But here's the thing. The more I read,...Read More

5 Reasons To Restart Your Pleasure Reading

Posted on September 23, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

In the Pacific Northwest, not only does autumn herald the return of holiday-flavored coffee drinks, but of reading weather. When I'm not working on my books, one of my favorite fall activities is to curl up in my chair with...Read More

Finding Balance with Multiple Writing Projects

Posted on April 29, 2022 by Jami Fairleigh

In the past, I've struggled to balance multiple writing projects, so when I recently attempted working on two books simultaneously, I wasn't sure it would mesh for me. But instead of creative burnout, I found I'd developed a way to...Read More