The Books I Read in 2023

I read 79 books in 2023. Fewer than in 2022?! I need to up my game!

I served on the Kids All Iowa Reads committee for the third (and probably last?) time, so I once again read a lot of great middle grade this year, especially toward its beginning. I do recall taking over a week (or even two?) to read certain books, so maybe that explains the lower number. I certainly kept very busy with my academic job. I’m looking forward to more good books in 2024!

And speaking of books, a little over a year ...