2026 reading list
Hello!
This year I naturally came back to reading more books, something I have been wanting to do for a couple of years but was not very consistent with.
I want to track my reading list this year, and what better way than a blog post to share my thoughts as well?
Note: This blog post will be updated as I progress. Last edit: June 12.
Finished
The mountain is you by Brianna Wiest. Interesting read. I've enjoyed it overall, it was easy to read and thought-provoking. A lot of the content felt more like confirmation of things I've read in other places/books, than true "a-ha" moments. Still nice. The only aspect I disliked is that it felt repetitive at times (same sentences or concepts mentioned too many times throughout the book). Read in February.
The psychology of money by Morgan Housel. Absolutely not my usual type of book, which is exactly why I bought it in the first place. I was pleasantly surprised by the clarity of the author's explanations about complex topics or concepts. I also really enjoyed learning about the real-life stories that illustrate the book. I've definitely learnt some things I can apply going forward. What I appreciated the most was the recognition that we all have a different history, understanding and perspective of money based on who we are and where/how/when we were raised; and they're all valid. Refreshing. Read in February/March.
Conquer Chiari by Rick Labuda. Started in March. Finished on May 25. I'm so glad I read this book, despite the fact that it's a long and rather technical read. Lot of data from research papers and meta-research findings. All in all, a must read for people with Chiari malformation and syringomyelia, as well as for families and health professionals. Very insightful. There's still so much to do, both from the patients community and the healthcare / scientific community, when it comes to this malformation.
Ongoing
- Hors saison et autres nouvelles by Françoise Bourdin. French book. I got it as a week earlier this year. Almost done reading it. Since it's so small, I like to keep it in my handbag and read when I'm in public transports or waiting somewhere. I do enjoy the various short stories, however the author's writing style is a little bit redundant. Easy to read and overall enjoyable.
Paused
Women living deliciously by Florence Given. I've bought this book what feels like forever ago (when it came out), and even though I'm really enjoying it, I've been reading it super slowly... I don't know why. Always a chapter at a time, at random moments. I'll eventually finish it I guess haha.
Million Dollar Women by Julia Pimsleur. Started in March. So far, easy to read, engaging and interesting. Also very relatable despite being in a very different position/situation than Julia. I'm still at the relative beginning of the book but I'm making steady progress!
Next up
To be determined!