Literary Merit
Andrea BassA joyful exploration of books, poetry, and life in the library.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Twice weekly |
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| Issues | 284 | Founded | 3 years ago | Last Issue | 3 days ago |
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7 Elements I Look for in Books
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I’m taking a break for a couple of weeks, so please enjoy this recycled post from 2024.
One thing I love about my current reading life is that I’ve figured out what I look for in books. That makes it easy t...
25 Upcoming Releases I Want to Read
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I’m constantly looking for new book releases. Part of that is because of my job, but it’s mostly due to my curiosity. Each year, I plan to focus my energy on the backlist books on my shelves at home, but...
What Caught My Eye Online #116
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Welcome to this week’s roundup! I’ve been enjoying:
- My new Kindle setup. In the newest addition of I Didn’t Need This, But I Wanted It, let me introduce you to my new Kindle stand and remote page turner. M...
What I Read and Loved | April and May 2026
April was a chaotic month, so I missed sharing what I read with you all. May has been a bit calmer, so I finished several books that I’m excited to talk about today. It’s been a nonfiction-heavy season for me, and I’ve been loving it. I’ve...
What Caught My Eye Online #115
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Welcome to this week’s roundup! Here’s what I’ve been enjoying this week:
- Lancôme mascara. Listen, the world is harsh. There are new tragedies all the time. I’m doing the best I can, and part of that m...
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