non-fiction – The Fireside Chats

January 2, 2026

Turning the Pages Back: A Year in Review

To say 2025 has been a wild year would be an understatement. The year has certainly had its ups and downs. But with it has come plenty of time to do some reading, and with the end of the year fast approaching, it’s now time to do a little bit of reflection on the year…

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September 1, 2024

Popular authors right now….

As 2024 unfolds, several authors have not only captured the literary spotlight but have also received widespread acclaim for their works. These authors have dominated bestseller lists and garnered critical praise, with readers eagerly anticipating their next releases in 2025. Phil Elwood has made a significant impact this year with his memoir, “All the Worst…

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August 24, 2024

Latest haul….

So, I went to the bookstore again yesterday. Yes, I know I have book addiction…..I’ll admit it. I think reading from my own personal library and buying books to add to my library are two different hobbies. I enjoy both in equal measure. Use to, when I was a kid and didn’t have much money,…

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October 7, 2019

Stay away from….?

Are there any specific genre’s that you typically steer clear of? Why? I typically don’t read any non-fiction. When I’m reading, I normally read for the fun of it or because it offers some sort of entertainment value. I don’t think I’ve read any non-fiction since I was in school, if my memory serves me…

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