Best Books I Read in 2023

My Best Books I Read in 2023 and a reading year roundup listing my favorite books including 3 nonfiction and 7 fiction titles.
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Books Added to My Shelves in December 2023

Books added to my shelves in December 2023 include fiction and nonfiction books.
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First Book of 2024

First Book of 2024 is the First Book you choose to read in the new year. This year's book choice is a book off my own to-read shelf.
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Charles Baumler 1932- 2023

Sadly, my father lost his battle with COPD and pneumonia on Saturday, December 9. He struggled with not feeling well and quickly his lungs ( already compromised) were taken over by pneumonia. We tried various medicines, but his heart and lungs just couldn’t fight any longer. We were all surrounding him and holding him as…
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Personal Update

I'm taking a blogging break until the end of the year. Thanks for understanding as I need to focus on my family right now.
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Children’s Graphic Novel Reviews: Death & Sparkles Books 1 and 2 by Rob Justus

A world-famous unicorn encounters death and since become best friends in this new graphic novel series.
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Books Added to My Shelves in November 2023

Books added to my shelves in November 2023 include historical fiction, memoir, cookbooks, and children's books.
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Children’s Book Review: Simon Says Good Night by Orit Bergman

Simon Says Good Night to his dad and that's when it's time to play Simon Says with his toys.
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Children’s Book Review: I Want 100 Dogs by Stacy McAnulty

A young girl tells her parents I Want 100 Dogs. But, can she sleep with 100 dogs? Can she walk 90 dogs? How many dogs can she actually handle?
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#NonFicNov The Story of Pasta and How to Cook It! by Steven Guarnaccia

For families that like to cook together, this book would make an excellent gift. It includes history and cooking lessons, some fascinating facts, and of course, a delicious meal after the hard work.
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