Seriously, how is it already November 1st? It feels like just yesterday I was trying to find an air conditioner strong enough to handle summer, and now the leaves are crunchy and the scent of pumpkin spice is inescapable. Time, as always, is absolutely flying, and with the holidays looming, I’m trying to make sure I carve out some dedicated reading time before the end-of-year rush hits!
The shift in seasons always changes my reading mood. As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, I tend to gravitate toward two types of books: cozy, atmospheric fiction and deep, reflective non-fiction.
What's on the Nook Table this Month:
1. The Cozy Escape: A Perfect Autumn Read
I’m currently immersed in a beautifully atmospheric novel (I won't name it specifically, but think "small town with a big secret and lots of fog"). It's the kind of book where the setting feels like its own character. There's something incredibly comforting about getting lost in a detailed fictional world when the real one outside the window is chilly and a little grey. It's the perfect antidote to that feeling of time rushing by—you can just breathe in the pages.
2. The Reflective Dive: Slowing Down for Substance
On the non-fiction front, I’ve picked up a book that challenges me to think more deeply about my daily habits and the pace of modern life. Since time feels like it's accelerating, taking a break to read something that encourages mindfulness and presence feels counter-intuitive, but it's exactly what I need. It’s a good reminder that speed isn’t always progress.
My November Reading Goal:
Since the year-end is approaching at warp speed, my goal for this month isn't about quantity, but quality. I want to finish the year strong by dedicating myself to books that make me feel something profound, whether that's the quiet satisfaction of a solved mystery or the intellectual thrill of a new idea. No rushing, no skimming—just sinking into the pages and letting the world outside fade for a while.
How about you? Are you feeling the pressure of the calendar, too? Reading is the ultimate tool for pressing the pause button, and I highly recommend using it this November!
Do you change your reading habits when the seasons change? Tell me what kind of books you gravitate toward as the holidays approach!
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