amypeveto
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I sing shape note, solve crimes in my head, and am 0.00001% done with reading every book ever written.
Although I read similar themes in 2024 and 2025 (science/ethics, women’s stories, history, civilization vs. chaos), this year I gravitated toward lighter tales. I leaned more toward hopefulness, humanity, and comfort — something we all need more of. Details at www.amypeveto.com #BookSky
![An image with two sections that each have 5 different book covers. The first section is called Top 5 and has the following books: A Prayer for the Crown-Shy (Becky Chambers); The Omnivore’s Dilemma (Michael Pollan); The Change (Kirsten Miller); World War Z (Max Brooks); The Domestic Revolution: How the Introduction of Coal into Victorian Homes Changed Everything (Ruth Goodman). The second section is called Bottom 5 and has the following books: [DNF] Till We Have Faces (C.S. Lewis); Song of the Northwoods (Jessica Huang); Once There Were Wolves (Charlotte McConaghy); [DNF] The Jungle (Upton Sinclair); I'm Afraid You've Got Dragons (Peter S. Beagle)](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:fc2njvepbtsutdcx2ytq65c6/bafkreicawslopgktmyp57popzgkozwsrmx66wvt4swr47aplgvjkrze53a@jpeg)
December 31, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Although I read similar themes in 2024 and 2025 (science/ethics, women’s stories, history, civilization vs. chaos), this year I gravitated toward lighter tales. I leaned more toward hopefulness, humanity, and comfort — something we all need more of. Details at www.amypeveto.com #BookSky
My December reading theme was apparently, “Murder and mystery, but make it fun!” I met great characters and started a series I’m excited to continue in 2026. Reviews at www.amypeveto.com #BookSky
December 31, 2025 at 2:39 AM
My December reading theme was apparently, “Murder and mystery, but make it fun!” I met great characters and started a series I’m excited to continue in 2026. Reviews at www.amypeveto.com #BookSky
I'm so glad to see this tradition I love continue to thrive. abcnews.go.com/US/video/tra... #SacredHarp #SingOn
Video The tradition of 'Sacred Harp' music lives on in the South
More about community than religion, Senior National Correspondent Steve Osunsami profiles the unique hymns and peculiar harmonizing of a style of folk singing that draws adherents from all religions.
abcnews.go.com
December 6, 2025 at 5:59 PM
I'm so glad to see this tradition I love continue to thrive. abcnews.go.com/US/video/tra... #SacredHarp #SingOn
I've spent the last year digging into my reading life -- namely, the kinds of books that make me happiest vs. what I "should" be reading. Turns out it's wayyyy more fun to read from your own TBR than someone else's. More at www.amypeveto.com #BookSky
December 5, 2025 at 3:40 AM
I've spent the last year digging into my reading life -- namely, the kinds of books that make me happiest vs. what I "should" be reading. Turns out it's wayyyy more fun to read from your own TBR than someone else's. More at www.amypeveto.com #BookSky
My (mostly) Non-fiction November reading averaged 4.2 stars — the highest it’s been all year! You know what that’s not? A coincidence. Reviews at www.amypeveto.com #BookSky
November 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
My (mostly) Non-fiction November reading averaged 4.2 stars — the highest it’s been all year! You know what that’s not? A coincidence. Reviews at www.amypeveto.com #BookSky
Sometimes it's literally the little things that get me through the day.
November 14, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Sometimes it's literally the little things that get me through the day.
Well October was a weird month -- for reading and pretty much everything else. Two 5-star reads that may have changed my life, surrounded buy a bunch of stuff that just didn't hit the spot. Reviews at www.amypeveto.com #BookSky
November 1, 2025 at 4:28 AM
Well October was a weird month -- for reading and pretty much everything else. Two 5-star reads that may have changed my life, surrounded buy a bunch of stuff that just didn't hit the spot. Reviews at www.amypeveto.com #BookSky
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October 29, 2025 at 2:21 AM
The rest of the weekend was spent on puzzles, book shopping, and poking through antique stores. I found another Ballerina-patterned dish to add to my Depression glass collection, and pondered the sellers' decision to place such radically different reading materials right next to each other.
October 26, 2025 at 4:18 AM
The rest of the weekend was spent on puzzles, book shopping, and poking through antique stores. I found another Ballerina-patterned dish to add to my Depression glass collection, and pondered the sellers' decision to place such radically different reading materials right next to each other.
Next we attended a live show of the Big Boo Cast. The hosts were hilarious and heartfelt, and it was a great way to spend an evening with my mom. I hadn't been inside the Aztec Theatre before -- like all "motion picture palaces" built in the 1920s, it's known for its subtle decor and theming. 😱
October 26, 2025 at 4:14 AM
Next we attended a live show of the Big Boo Cast. The hosts were hilarious and heartfelt, and it was a great way to spend an evening with my mom. I hadn't been inside the Aztec Theatre before -- like all "motion picture palaces" built in the 1920s, it's known for its subtle decor and theming. 😱
Before our evening engagement we got to spend a few hours at the Alamo. I hadn't been in at least 20 years, and was pleased to see the changes and expansion of the plaza. Check image alt text for nerdy/descriptive details.
October 26, 2025 at 4:08 AM
Before our evening engagement we got to spend a few hours at the Alamo. I hadn't been in at least 20 years, and was pleased to see the changes and expansion of the plaza. Check image alt text for nerdy/descriptive details.
Enjoyed a girls' weekend in San Antonio with my mom. First things first, saying hello to the Riverwalk and getting lunch.
October 26, 2025 at 4:05 AM
Enjoyed a girls' weekend in San Antonio with my mom. First things first, saying hello to the Riverwalk and getting lunch.
I wrote a review of what may be my favorite read of the year for my local bookstore. www.thesecretlantern.com/blog/the-cha... May it find many more readers! #BookSky
October 26, 2025 at 12:55 AM
I wrote a review of what may be my favorite read of the year for my local bookstore. www.thesecretlantern.com/blog/the-cha... May it find many more readers! #BookSky
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#WyrdWednesday
"Witches were a bit like cats. They didn’t much like one another’s company, but they did like to know where all the other witches were, just in case they needed them ..."
Terry Pratchett - A Hat Full Of Sky
"Witches were a bit like cats. They didn’t much like one another’s company, but they did like to know where all the other witches were, just in case they needed them ..."
Terry Pratchett - A Hat Full Of Sky
October 15, 2025 at 4:38 PM
#WyrdWednesday
"Witches were a bit like cats. They didn’t much like one another’s company, but they did like to know where all the other witches were, just in case they needed them ..."
Terry Pratchett - A Hat Full Of Sky
"Witches were a bit like cats. They didn’t much like one another’s company, but they did like to know where all the other witches were, just in case they needed them ..."
Terry Pratchett - A Hat Full Of Sky
A recent work trip took me through Galway, Ireland where I spent 45 minutes enjoying the labyrinth that is Charlie Byrne's Bookshop. 10/10, would happily get lost in again!
October 11, 2025 at 10:45 PM
A recent work trip took me through Galway, Ireland where I spent 45 minutes enjoying the labyrinth that is Charlie Byrne's Bookshop. 10/10, would happily get lost in again!
How is September over already? More middling reads than I would have like, but there were two books I need to PUT IN MY VEINS. Reviews at www.amypeveto.com. #BookSky
October 1, 2025 at 2:19 AM
How is September over already? More middling reads than I would have like, but there were two books I need to PUT IN MY VEINS. Reviews at www.amypeveto.com. #BookSky
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September 27, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Been avoiding World War Z because zombies (and now pandemics I guess?) make me super anxious. But the full-cast audiobook was SO freaking good. Loved the focus on how public health/military tactics would need to change, and how different countries might respond. Might be a favorite of 2025. #BookSky
September 23, 2025 at 1:35 AM
Been avoiding World War Z because zombies (and now pandemics I guess?) make me super anxious. But the full-cast audiobook was SO freaking good. Loved the focus on how public health/military tactics would need to change, and how different countries might respond. Might be a favorite of 2025. #BookSky
Finished The Change by Kirsten Miller more than a week ago and am obsessed. The idea of women gaining literal powers at an age when western culture expects them to fade into the background is so delicious I can hardly stand it. And that tag line: "It's not over. It's time." Chef's kiss! #BookSky
September 13, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Finished The Change by Kirsten Miller more than a week ago and am obsessed. The idea of women gaining literal powers at an age when western culture expects them to fade into the background is so delicious I can hardly stand it. And that tag line: "It's not over. It's time." Chef's kiss! #BookSky
That's a wrap on August reading! See reviews at amypeveto.com #BookSky
August 31, 2025 at 5:15 PM
That's a wrap on August reading! See reviews at amypeveto.com #BookSky
Seven days in Alaska! Here's the highlights.
1. The world's second largest national forest.
2. Glaciers.
3. LOTS of glaciers.
4. Meet Kelp, the local showoff.
5. We biked down a mountain (and didn't die).
6. We learned about totem poles and saw a craftsman at work.
7. Alaska's got jokes.
1. The world's second largest national forest.
2. Glaciers.
3. LOTS of glaciers.
4. Meet Kelp, the local showoff.
5. We biked down a mountain (and didn't die).
6. We learned about totem poles and saw a craftsman at work.
7. Alaska's got jokes.
August 26, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Seven days in Alaska! Here's the highlights.
1. The world's second largest national forest.
2. Glaciers.
3. LOTS of glaciers.
4. Meet Kelp, the local showoff.
5. We biked down a mountain (and didn't die).
6. We learned about totem poles and saw a craftsman at work.
7. Alaska's got jokes.
1. The world's second largest national forest.
2. Glaciers.
3. LOTS of glaciers.
4. Meet Kelp, the local showoff.
5. We biked down a mountain (and didn't die).
6. We learned about totem poles and saw a craftsman at work.
7. Alaska's got jokes.