Did you find time to read in 2016? I hope you made time for a good book or 2 or 20 this year! Reading is a great way to slow down and recharge. I tend to read a mixture of non-fiction and fiction, and so I wanted to share my top 4 reads of 2016, 2 non-fiction and 2 fiction.
Non-fiction
Breaking Busy by Ali Worthington. This title jumped out at me right away when I heard Crystal Paine aka Money Saving Mom recommend it. I was so excited to find and read a book that spoke to so much of what I have been thinking about 
(for such a long time) and now writing about here on my blog. The tag line for 
the book is: “How to Find Peace and Purpose in a World of Crazy”, and Worthington does a beautiful job of encouraging and inspiring as she shares her own journey of breaking busy. Even as I type this review I am thinking I will be reading this book again in 2017.
The More of Less by Joshua Becker. I first heard about Joshua Becker while listening to an interview with him on 
The Simple Show podcast. I was intrigued by his story and ideas and soon after borrowed his book from a friend. Becker writes at becomingminimalist.com and in this book he shares his family’s journey to minimalism and ways that all of us can get more out of life by having less. Like Breaking Busy, The More of Less is really about intentional living, so it appealed to me right away.
Fiction
Dear Mr. Knightly by Katherine Reay. This was another recommendation from Money Saving Mom. (Crystal Paine is often my go-to for book suggestions.) I love a good story that quickly draws me in and has a likeable main 
character. Dear Mr. Knightly is just this kind of story! I liked this story so much I read another, Lizzy and Jane, by the author soon after finishing Dear Mr. Knightly. I am already planning to read more from Reay in 2017.
Amy Snow by Tracy Rees. This book was a recommendation from Jennifer L. Scott of The Daily Connoisseur. She 
explained the 
plot as a treasure hunt, of sorts, and I was intrigued by her description of and excitement about the story. The book is a lengthy 576 pages, but I thoroughly enjoyed every one of these pages as I followed Amy Snow’s journey across Victorian England.
What about you? Do you enjoy non-fiction or fiction? What were some of your top reads in 2016?
Until next time,
Charissa
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I love Josh Becker’s work too!
A Josh Becker fan! Yay, Denaye!
I’m always looking for great book recommendations so thank you for sharing these!
Hi, Petra! Happy to share; happy reading!!
I am always looking for new books to add to my list, so I will definitely be adding these! Thanks!
You are welcome, Vicki! Happy reading!
Thanks for sharing. I haven’t heard of the book by Joshua Becker before. I’m adding this to my list of books to read.
Joshua Becker’s book is so good! I hope you read it and enjoy!
These all sound like interested reads. I am definitely checking out The More of Less- that sounds like something I need in my messy life!
The More of Less is so good, Andrea! I think you will be inspired.
I’m a fiction girl but the Joshua Becker book looks super intriguing – I’m adding it to my list of books to check out!
Corey, I think you’ll be challenged and inspired!
I have been busy reading Dave Ramsey books this year! I will have to check out some of your suggestions for 2017.
Hi, Millason, I am a big Dave Ramsey fan, too!
Those nonfiction books look like they are right up my alley!! Will definitely need to give those a go!
Hi, Alfa! I hope they are an encouragement to you; I know they were to me!
Pinning this list for when I get through the mound of books I haven’t gotten to this year 🙁
I have some I need to finish, too, Sane Mama!
I like a mix of nonfiction and fiction books too. These all look great.
Hi, Carolyn, it is nice to mix it up a bit and do both nonfiction and fiction!