I admire people who re-read, but I can’t fathom it all at once. My argument goes along the line of “but there are so many good books out there waiting to be read and time is finite!” So I don’t re-read. I’ve only broken that rule a few times.
I re-read the Bible. I’ve accidentally re-read a book that I forgot that I already read…yeah, that happened. And I’m re-reading a book right now.
But, there are a few books in the last year that if I could pause time and re-read, I would.
6 Books I’d Re-Read (If I was a Re-Reader)
1. Sons of Blackbird Mountain by Joanne Bischof
On a scale of cotton candy to Brussels sprouts, Sons of Blackbird Mountain by Joanne Bischof is a loaf of homemade bread. Yeasty and filling, this bread melts on the tongue. Whether eaten for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this loaf satisfies your food cravings.
2. Safe People by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend
On a scale of cotton candy to Brussels sprouts, Safe People by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend is a homemade mac ‘n cheese with smoked paprika. This comforting meal is the perfect comfort food. The added smoked paprika brings just the touch of magic to keep you pondering the flavor and wanting more.
3. The Wise Man’s Fear by Patrick Rothfus
On a scale of cotton candy to Brussels sprouts, The Wise Man’s Fear by Patrick Rothfuss is a giant jawbreaker. Each layer of sweetness reveals another color and flavor. This candy is a commitment that might require many days.
4. Jane by the Book by Pepper Basham
On a scale of cotton candy to Brussels sprouts, Jane By The Book by Pepper Basham is a chocolate raspberry smoothie. Fresh raspberries add a sweet pucker to chocolate smoothness. Seeds crunch cool against teeth.
5. The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan
On a scale of cotton candy to Brussels sprouts, The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan is a powdered sugar doughnut. Whether filled or not, this sweet treat is as likely to powder your nose as it is to sprinkle your shirt. Hours later, you’ll chuckle to see a white powdered nose.
6. Where’d You Go, Bernadette? by Maria Semple
On a scale of cotton candy to Brussels sprouts, Where’d You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple is a creme puff. The light and puffy exterior hides a creamy center. The gentle sweetness brings you back for more and you keeping popping them into your mouth.
Oh, postscript: this is going to be a movie this year!
Bonus: Literarily for Keeps by Sarah Monzon
On a scale of cotton candy to Brussels sprouts, Literarily For Keeps by Sarah Monzon is a cup of chamomile tea. Steaming hot, this flavor captures woodsy adventure from the comfort of your favorite mug. Every sip is satisfying.
I reread the Anne of Green Gables series every four years or so. The older I get, the longer I’m able to relate to Anne, and the more depth I’m able to appreciate in the series. Plus, it’s fun to remember what I thought back when I read them at 6 or 10 or 14!
Grace, thank you for commenting! I’m not sure how I missed it!! But yes, I have never thought about how fun it is to experience a well-loved book again and to remember what you felt or thought those other times! I would never have thought of that (since I’m not much of a rereader!)