Towards the end of 2021 I ran into some reading blocks and didn’t recommend any new books for a couple of months. At that point I was feeling a bit let down about the year’s reading UNTIL I looked back over my posts from earlier in the year and remembered I did read a lot of really good books.

Here are my favorite books published (and links to posts about them) in 2021 in no particular order:

In the links to my original posts you will not find any spoilers, just more info on why I loved the book and why you may too.

Amazon links are included for your convenience but I support you buying local or borrowing from the library.

MY FAVORITE BOOKS FROM THE YEAR

The Lincoln Highway: A Novel by Amor Towles

Read my original post on this book.


The Venice Sketchbook: A Novel by Rhys Bowen

Read my original post on this book.


The Four Winds: A Novel by Kristin Hannah

Read my original post about this book.


Surviving Savannah by Patti Callahan

Read my original post on this book.


MY MOST POPULAR POSTS FROM 2021 (NOT INCLUDING THE ABOVE)

Books inspired by Hemingway’s wives

Mesa Verde National Park

Books set in libraries

The time I bought a house for its bookcases

My four-book vacation

St. Augustine!


I’m already putting together a reading list for early 2022 – there’s a lot to look forward to! I wish you a Happy New Year and another year of good reading!