2025 books in review

end-of-year book ask
How many books did you read this year? 185

( Way more under here. )

General thoughts:
My biggest branching out this year was audiobooks! I can make it work for nonfiction but not fiction. Generally, nonfiction has become easier for me to read now that I'm in the habit; there are so many interesting topics! In some ways, fantasy has become harder because I'm pickier about whether people can balance convincing worldbuilding, character dynamics and relationships, interesting plot, and compelling prose. Mysteries I kinda know what my groove is. Webtoons and romance I'm also pretty picky but kinda know what works for me.

What reading goals do you have for next year?
I always want to tackle my TBR list and reread more, so setting some concrete goals:

- read at least one book I own but haven't read each month
- curate a reread list and work on that over the year
- read Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell, one chapter a day