Reading Nook
As a writer, it's important for me to read - especially in the area in which I am writing, which up to 2018 was upper middle-grade. After writing my second non-fiction book in 2020, my focus and direction has changed for my next book, to adult Christian speculative fiction or supernatural realism. So my reading lists are changing and I am concentrating on that genre, which happens to be one of my favorites, so it works out well. However, I always have a non-fiction book on my shelf also, usually one that will build my faith, but occasionally something historical. And my Bible always comes first.
I've been known to frequent book stores and my local library, so some of the titles listed below may be out of print. You may have to dig to find them, or ask a librarian. I want to get kids, and adults, to know the joy of holding a real book, which often means going back a few years to the classics, or what some may think is old-fashioned. I want everyone to discover this truth: Good books are timeless.
This list updates regularly, so check back often to see what I'm reading!
My reading goal for 2023 was 40 books. I read 50! However, I’m keeping my 2024 goal at 40, because I will be concentrating other writing assignments as well. I will not only be reading books, but writing the first book in my new adult supernatural realism series, as well as leading my Warriors Writing group. Mentoring these beginning writers is a labor of love. My mentors have meant so much to me over the years and it is an honor to pass along some of what I’ve learned to my Warriors!
Another part of my God-given writing assignment since my last book, Kingdom Corner Connection was published in 2020, is to buy, read, review, and encourage other authors. I have loved the experience! Several of titles you see here will be books written by my writer/author friends. Those will be marked with an *.
2023 Most Read Authors - Three way tie.
I highly recommend fiction written by these three favorite authors. The five books each that I read to create the tie were all second or third readings, so yes, I enjoy their books!
Nancy Moser
Michael Phillips
James L. Rubart
I've been known to frequent book stores and my local library, so some of the titles listed below may be out of print. You may have to dig to find them, or ask a librarian. I want to get kids, and adults, to know the joy of holding a real book, which often means going back a few years to the classics, or what some may think is old-fashioned. I want everyone to discover this truth: Good books are timeless.
This list updates regularly, so check back often to see what I'm reading!
My reading goal for 2023 was 40 books. I read 50! However, I’m keeping my 2024 goal at 40, because I will be concentrating other writing assignments as well. I will not only be reading books, but writing the first book in my new adult supernatural realism series, as well as leading my Warriors Writing group. Mentoring these beginning writers is a labor of love. My mentors have meant so much to me over the years and it is an honor to pass along some of what I’ve learned to my Warriors!
Another part of my God-given writing assignment since my last book, Kingdom Corner Connection was published in 2020, is to buy, read, review, and encourage other authors. I have loved the experience! Several of titles you see here will be books written by my writer/author friends. Those will be marked with an *.
2023 Most Read Authors - Three way tie.
I highly recommend fiction written by these three favorite authors. The five books each that I read to create the tie were all second or third readings, so yes, I enjoy their books!
Nancy Moser
Michael Phillips
James L. Rubart
Reading List
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Kingdom Corner
Devotions
Every day I spend time in my "Kingdom Corner" (read my series, Trinity Tales of Tresia to find out what that is.) Prayer and Bible study are first on the list, but I read devotionals too. 2024 Daily Devotionals: Jesus Calling by Sarah Young My Bible and Non-Fiction reading this year will support the subject of my 2024 Phrase of the Year: “IMAGINE, FAR BEYOND” 2024 Focus Scriptures: Ephesians 3:20 CEB Glory to God, who is able to do far beyond all that we could ask or imagine by his power at work within us. Isaiah 55:8 NLT “My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts,” says the Lord. “And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine. |
Non-Fiction
Focus Non-Fiction Books:
Imagine Big by Terri Savelle Foy
The Power of Imagination by Andrew Wommack
Craft of Writing Books:
Writing Fiction for Dummies by Randy Ingermanson and Peter Economy
Turn Back the Night by Stephen R. Lawhead
Writing the Novel by Lawrence Block
Other Non-fiction:
Fight the Good Fight by Jay Richards and James Robison
Don’t Worry, God, I Got This, Until I Didn’t by Catherine Ramshaw
Supernatural Provision by Jerry Savelle
The Three Heavens by John Hagee
Letter to the American Church by Eric Metaxas
She Reads Truth by Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams
Graceful Influence by Lori Stanley Roeleveld
The Supernatural Power of a Transformed Mind by Bill Johnson
I Talk Back to the Devil by A.W. Tozer
Genesis by Dennis Prager
Mended in a Broken World by Brad Bartlett
Imagine Big by Terri Savelle Foy
The Power of Imagination by Andrew Wommack
Craft of Writing Books:
Writing Fiction for Dummies by Randy Ingermanson and Peter Economy
Turn Back the Night by Stephen R. Lawhead
Writing the Novel by Lawrence Block
Other Non-fiction:
Fight the Good Fight by Jay Richards and James Robison
Don’t Worry, God, I Got This, Until I Didn’t by Catherine Ramshaw
Supernatural Provision by Jerry Savelle
The Three Heavens by John Hagee
Letter to the American Church by Eric Metaxas
She Reads Truth by Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams
Graceful Influence by Lori Stanley Roeleveld
The Supernatural Power of a Transformed Mind by Bill Johnson
I Talk Back to the Devil by A.W. Tozer
Genesis by Dennis Prager
Mended in a Broken World by Brad Bartlett
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Adult FictionThe Restorer series by Sharon Hinck
The Angelwalk series by Roger Elwood Jamie McLoed and Robbie Taggert by Michael Phillips and Judith Pella Angel Harp and Heather Song by Michael Phillips Deadline and Dominion by Randy Alcorn The Word and the Void series by Terry Brooks The Chair by James L. Rubart The Pages of Her Life by James L. Rubar Truth Series by F.D. Adkins (Truth in the Name, Truth in the Word, Never Forget the Truth) Legends of Shannara series by Terry Brooks The Invisible War by Michael Phillips The Book of Days by James L. Rubart The Pages of Her Life by James L. Rubart Rooms by James L. Rubart Eli by Bill Meyers Legend of the Celtic Stone and Ancient Strife by Michael Phillips Safely Home by Randy Alcorn The Secrets of Mary’s Bookshop series by various authors for Guideposts The True Lies of Rembrandt Stone by David James Warren (David Warren, James L. Rubart, and Susan Warren) |
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Upper Middle Grade and YAThe NorCal Girls series by J.D.Rempel*
(#1 Melanie on the Move and #2 Melanie at Camp Redwoods) Keys to History series by Kathy Rae* Picture Book FavoritesPink Bows and Yellow Ribbons by Rosie J Williams
The Little Jeep Who Couldn’t Beep by Rosie Williams Marigold and the Snoring King by J.D. Rempel Raggedy Ann and Andy books Clifford, the Big Red Dog books Any book with Library, Librarian, or Books in the title The Cowee Sam series by Claire Suminski and Annie Suminski - There are several titles so far in this series. I met Claire at a Book Festival at the library. The Suminski's and Sam live in the same Cowee Valley we now call home. Great stories for young kids with activities and extras. Perfect for homeschooling. |
