Amy’s Picks and Pans, Issue 32

Welcome to issue 32 of my monthly Picks and Pans newsletter. This time I dive into an array of genres to bring you some of the best reads out there! Whether you’re into gripping mysteries, spy thrillers, epic historical sagas, or middle grade novels, you’ll find a diverse collection of books to spark your interest. I craft each review to help you discover your next great read, providing thoughtful insights and personal opinions on both books that are getting loads of press and hidden gems. Grab your favorite reading spot, settle in, and let’s explore the wonderful books I read this month! Simon (Sort of) Says By Erin Bow Middle […]

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Sleep Book Empowers Readers

You know the feeling when you find a book that just clicks? That’s how I felt about Matthew Walker’s Why We Sleep. It’s like a light bulb went on—finally, someone gets the battle I’ve been fighting since high school, the one against insomnia. Now, Dr. Walker isn’t your run-of-the-mill sleep doc. He’s got a PhD in neurophysiology and leads the Sleep and Neuroimaging Lab at UC Berkeley. The guy’s basically a sleep scientist superhero, so you can bet he knows his stuff. His book isn’t just about why sleep matters. It’s a gold mine on how it can sharpen your mind, brighten your mood, and even help keeping cancer and […]

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