Cheat Sheet

I read tons of books. I try to review tons of books. But in order to make it easier for you to choose the next book for you, your child, or anyone else to read, I've compiled this Cheat Sheet. It contains my top recommendations for people of all ages, with links to the corresponding review (if I have one posted) so you can find exactly what you're looking for without digging through archives. 

If you find this tool useful, share it so others can use it as well. We're all readers together! Let's share what we love and spread literature a little farther.

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