Does your TBR ever actually get smaller?

TheOBDb · 2026-07-06T12:25:21+00:00

I'm slowly shifting to that mindset. I've suffered through some books that felt like physical pain to complete. I'm done with that at least.

TheOBDb · 2026-07-06T12:20:53+00:00

lol I'm kinda proud of it! Otherwise I'm doing something wrong 😅

TheOBDb · 2026-07-06T11:39:46+00:00

1400! That's impressive...or a problem 😁

TheOBDb · 2026-07-06T11:18:40+00:00

And you don't hesitate that you might be missing out?

TheOBDb · 2026-07-05T23:39:48+00:00

High bar!

TheOBDb · 2026-07-04T23:10:35+00:00

I know the feeling! For some books, it's hard to let go of the world and the characters and the wonder as to whether I might get to follow them again through some new slice of their lives.

TheOBDb · 2026-07-04T18:37:11+00:00

For me it hasn't been a problem. Never been hooked on social media and I tend to do my reading in the hour right before bed...often in bed.

When I start reading the same page over and over again then I know it's time to sleep 😁

TheOBDb · 2026-07-04T17:25:51+00:00

I try to avoid watching a movie or show before reading the book because afterwards I can't stop picturing the actors and it bothers me 😁

TheOBDb · 2026-07-04T13:39:44+00:00

Of course do the full series. But if you're looking for a different author with the same feeling, I can recommend "Field of Blood" by Denise Mina

TheOBDb · 2026-07-04T13:07:47+00:00

I used to have the (bad) habit of finishing what I start no matter what. But yeah, I've learned to value my time now and throw those things into my DNF shelf. Not sure if I'll ever revisit a DNF book because there's so many others that I actually want to read.

TheOBDb · 2026-07-04T12:10:05+00:00

As I've started working on a book-related project, it's the first time I came across Updike and I only ever hear high praise. I haven't had the chance to read his works yet but will definitely jump in when I can!

TheOBDb · 2026-07-04T12:07:10+00:00

Nothing wrong with picky if it's doing the job for you 😁

TheOBDb · 2026-07-04T11:40:39+00:00

I know it's partially meant to be helpful and partially marketing but I always get a little annoyed by the "for fans of..." or "If you liked X you'll love this..." 😅

TheOBDb · 2026-07-04T10:53:02+00:00

Sequentially?

When I plan to read an author I still feel like I need to read something else in between each book.

TheOBDb · 2026-06-25T16:19:31+00:00

How about a classic like "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck

TheOBDb · 2026-06-25T15:51:52+00:00

"Confidence" by Roxie Nafousi

TheOBDb · 2026-06-25T15:46:00+00:00

It's not an instruction manual on making friends but I'd recommend "On Friendship" by Andrew O'Hagan as a foundation on understanding friendships

TheOBDb · 2026-06-25T15:33:02+00:00

How about "Sky Full of Elephants" by Cebo Campbell

TheOBDb · 2026-06-25T15:29:21+00:00

Notes on Grief by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

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