IN 2022, I TOOK ON THE MOUNT TBR READING CHALLENGE. I had originally thought of reading 22 books from my TBR selves in 2022, but amended that to 24 books in order to merit a higher level in the challenge. Here it is Thanksgiving, some 37 days left in the year, and to date I have read 15 books that linger on my shelves, neglected and ignored. There are just too many book club selections, new books out, books out recently by favorite authors and those that say “Read me, Read me” as they are displayed in their colorful jackets at the local library. I think, ahead of time, I will concede, no longer attempting to include this challenge and for the rest of the year read what suits my fancy. Heresy? No. Reading for pleasure. Sometimes, one just has to “know when to fold ’em.” LOL
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."
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I can’t agree more, Rae. I did Beat The Backlist challenge this year, which is similar. I just read what calls to me and if it fits, that’s gravy. Enjoy whatever you pick up for the rest of the year, Rae.
I always consider joining this challenge, but for me it feels too much like forcing myself to read. I’d rather just try books from my TBR and then pass them on…say, to someone who might be opening a bookstore…
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I can’t agree more, Rae. I did Beat The Backlist challenge this year, which is similar. I just read what calls to me and if it fits, that’s gravy. Enjoy whatever you pick up for the rest of the year, Rae.
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Thanks for not being judgmental.
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I always consider joining this challenge, but for me it feels too much like forcing myself to read. I’d rather just try books from my TBR and then pass them on…say, to someone who might be opening a bookstore…
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LOL!
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