As the creator of Modern Mrs. Darcy, thousands of book lovers flock to Anne Bogel for all of their book-related suggestions and quandaries. I'd Rather Be Reading is a delightful literary companion of reflections on the reading way of life - how books define, enchant, and shape us.

It might go without saying but I love reading. I love books. But I didn't realize how many sides of reading I enjoyed until perusing through Bogel's book - going to the library, the sanctuary of bookstores, bookworm problems, TBRs, and shape our memories. There were so many anecdotes that made me smile smile and pause because I knew exactly what she was talking about - not wanting a book to end, mourning a beloved character, finding new ways to sort my shelves, feeling anxious about sharing my favorite book because it changes all the time. I'd Rather Be Reading is a lovely title to add to my 'read' list for 2021, and something fun for both avid and casual readers.