BEGINNING A YEAR OF CLEARING MY TBR SHELVES

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I started this book when I woke up this morning with my first cup of coffee. I think I have picked a good place to begin. My first book challenge this new year is to make a dent in my TBR shelves. This novel has been sitting on one of them for at least six months now.

What are you starting with in 2020?

Author: Rae Longest

This year (2019) finds me with 50 plus years of teaching "under my belt." I have taught all levels from pre-K "(library lady" or "book lady"--volunteer) to juniors, seniors, and graduate students enrolled in my Advanced Writing class at the university where I have just completed 30 years. My first paying teaching job was junior high, and I spent 13 years with ages 12-13, the "difficult years." I had some of the "funnest" experiences with this age group. When I was no longer the "young, fun teacher," I taught in an elementary school setting before sixth graders went on to junior high, teaching language arts blocs, an assignment that was a "dream-fit" for me. After completing graduate school in my 40s, I went on to community college, then university teaching. Just as teaching is "in my blood," so is a passion for reading, writing, libraries, and everything bookish. This blog will be open to anyone who loves books, promotes literacy and wants to "come out and play." View all posts by Rae Longest

4 thoughts on “BEGINNING A YEAR OF CLEARING MY TBR SHELVES”

I’m just started The Starless Sea. I’m looking forward to reading your review on your current read! Been wanting to read this book! Happy New Year to you and your family, Rae!

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