Twitter summary: The memoir of a restaurant critic turned editor-in-chef of a food magazine. The good: I’ll be completely honest and say that I had never heard of Reichl until a coworker mentioned she loved Reichl and her memoir. So, of course, I had to read (listen because I’m still all about audiobooks) this book.Continue reading “Save Me the Plums by Ruth Reichl”
Category Archives: Nonfiction
Remember by Lisa Genova
Twitter summary: I already forgot the four steps to make a memory. Guess I should have paid more attention… The good: This book is easy to read and digest — in fact, it was almost too easy to read and digest. Genova provides basic examples and scientific notes to deliver her message with zero fuss;Continue reading “Remember by Lisa Genova”
The Bullet Journal Method by Ryder Carroll
Twitter summary: Learn why and how to bullet journal to “track the past, order the present and design the future.” The good: I started bullet journaling in 2016, fell off the wagon sometime in late 2018 and kickstarted it at the beginning of the pandemic. It has become a daily practice to self-reflect, plan andContinue reading “The Bullet Journal Method by Ryder Carroll”
Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
Twitter summary: Ideas are a living, breathing thing. Listen to it, answer its call because if not, it’ll find someone else. The good: This book was an excellent reminder to say yes, trust myself and not every idea needs to be a big one. I enjoyed the audiobook because it sounded like one long podcastContinue reading “Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert”
Successful Aging by Daniel J. Levitin
Twitter summary: Detailed account of all the known ways to successfully age. The good: I appreciated Levitin’s detailed explanations of how to slow down the aging process and why aging matters — start now! Put down that heavily processed snack food and go for a walk out in nature. Yes, I’m telling myself that. NoneContinue reading “Successful Aging by Daniel J. Levitin”
Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson
Twitter summary: An commendable attorney tries to save people on death row. The good: I have so much to learn about the world, to be a more informed human being. Stevenson narrates the honest and troubling stories of individuals wrongly convicted. My review can’t do his book and the stories justice. Read, read, read thisContinue reading “Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson”
One Life by Megan Rapinoe
Twitter summary: One life to be who you are, no exceptions. The good: I have followed women’s soccer on and off for years — I still heartbreakingly remember the Canadian loss at the 2012 Olympics to the USA — but I don’t recall directly hearing about Rapinoe (can’t blame me, I am Canadian). However, I’mContinue reading “One Life by Megan Rapinoe”
The Moment of Lift by Melinda Gates
Twitter summary: Let’s work together to lift women up. The good: Gates is a wonderful storyteller — I enjoyed how she wove together her personal tales and experiences while still remaining true to her message about empowering women to change the world. I am moved by the women and men Gates has encountered over theContinue reading “The Moment of Lift by Melinda Gates”
Is This Anything? by Jerry Seinfeld
Twitter summary: A collection of Seinfeld’s jokes from the 70s to the 10s. The good: I liked that the jokes were organized chronologically? I’m trying to think of something I liked about the book — it was read by the author. I suggest reading the synopsis so you know what you’re able to start reading/listening.Continue reading “Is This Anything? by Jerry Seinfeld”
How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
Twitter summary: No other summary is necessary. How to be an antiracist. Read it. Learn. Put it into action. The good: The last chapter gave me chills — pure perfection. I appreciated Kendi’s experiences and his historical narration. I’m still on my audiobook kick and enjoyed hearing the passion behind Kendi’s words. The bad: IContinue reading “How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi”
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