2023 in Books
Some people wait all year for their Spotify Wrapped while I get most excited for my stats from The StoryGraph to come through.
This year I read 41 books and out of those I gave 15 a 5-star rating.
That amounted to 14, 028 pages
The quickest I read a book was in one day
The longest book took me 52 days to read (why is it always audiobooks that take me the longest??)
24 of the books I read were part of a series (I also loved TV series so maybe there’s some sort of theme?)
My main book mood was ‘mysterious’
I DNF’d 9 books
63% of the books I read were in print while 29% were digital and 7% were audio
My most read author was Lea Wait with 6 of her books under my belt
And I read 17 books from my own bookshelves!
Like my TV and Film wrap up, I asked ChatGPT to analyze the books I read and give me some insights. Here’s what they came up with it:
Based on the books you read in 2023, it seems that you have a diverse and eclectic taste in literature, with a particular interest in themes surrounding:
1. Witchcraft and the Occult: Your reading list includes several books related to witchcraft, such as "The Modern Craft," "Payback's a Witch," "The Witch's Daughter," "Witches of America," and "The Yogi Witch." This suggests a fascination with magical and mystical elements in storytelling.
2. Mystery and Crime: Many titles on your list revolve around mystery, crime, or detective themes, like "The Bangalore Detectives Club," "Murder Under a Red Moon," "Murder by the Book," and "A Game of Lies." This indicates an interest in suspenseful and intriguing narratives.
3. Health and Lifestyle: There are books related to vegetarianism, veganism, and health like "Living Among Meat Eaters," "Vegan Savvy," and "The Essential Book of Ayurveda." This suggests an interest in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and exploring alternative wellness practices.
4. Self-improvement and Psychology: Titles like "Digital Minimalism," "Toxic Positivity," and "Disobedient Bodies" hint at an interest in self-help, psychology, and societal norms, indicating an inclination towards critical analysis and personal growth.
5. Fictional storytelling: You also seem drawn to fiction, particularly those with threads of the supernatural, as seen in titles like "Fledgling," "The Kiss Curse," "Twisted Threads," and "Becoming Dangerous."
6. Historical and Cultural Exploration: Some titles like "Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt," "The Cloisters," and "Things We Left Behind" suggest an interest in exploring history, culture, and perhaps stories that weave the past and present together.
Your reading choices demonstrate an openness to diverse genres and topics, showing an interest in the mystical, psychological, health-related, and cultural aspects of literature. This suggests a curiosity about different perspectives and a willingness to explore various themes and genres.