Most years I begin with compiling a large list of books I’d like to read, helped by Popsugar prompts.
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That site gets at least two visits from me every year, one to check out the list as the year changes over, and another (usually in the summer) when I renew my zeal for reading and double-check if I’ve left any categories missing.
Most years I don’t come close to completing the list. But I like to create it as a way to notice which books and genres I’m drawn to. It’s also good as a historical record of books I keep putting on my “to read” list and then ignoring.
Here’s some favorites from the place I keep up with reading throughout the year (Goodreads):