Konmari With Me | Round 22 | Decluttering My Bookshelves

TL;DR

April shares her process of downsizing her historical fiction bookshelf, highlighting some beloved and intriguing titles.

Transcript

mr. poop mr. poop hi guys it is April from getting hooker with it today we're doing the last shelf from Mike on Murray with me method what is the last shelf it's historical fiction is specifically black history and also Civil War history in or historical fiction I should say so there's some heaviness in here I'm ending on a heavy note but let's get... Read More

Key Insights

• 🫠 April wants to create organized and inspiring bookshelves that motivate her to read.
• 🖤 She has a deep interest in historical fiction, particularly focusing on black history and the Civil War.
• 📔 April keeps books that have intriguing plots, relatable characters, or recommendations from trusted authors.
• 📔 Sometimes, even beloved books may not fit a specific shelf category and require reorganization.
• 🥰 April faces the challenge of letting go of books, especially when each one holds a special place in her heart.
• 🥺 Certain books, despite their popularity, may not resonate with readers individually, leading to them being removed from the bookshelf.
• ❓ April acknowledges the importance of diverse perspectives in historical fiction.

Questions & Answers

Q: Why does April want to downsize her bookshelf?

April wants to create neat and inspiring bookshelves that motivate her to read. Her current bookshelf appears overwhelming.

Q: What is "The Secrets of Mary Bowser" about?

"The Secrets of Mary Bowser" is a captivating story about a slave who goes to the north for her freedom, only to return to the south as a spy in the Confederate White House.

Q: Why is April keeping "The Book of Negroes"?

April loved "The Book of Negroes" because it follows the journey of Aminata, a kidnapped African girl who is sold into slavery and her subsequent adventures.

Q: Why is April letting go of "Song Yet Sung"?

Although April appreciates the plot, she doesn't feel a strong desire to read "Song Yet Sung." She believes it is best to remove it from her bookshelf.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• April aims to reduce her historical fiction bookshelf from 25 books to 20, in order to create a more organized and inspiring collection.

• She discusses a few books that she is keeping, such as "The Secrets of Mary Bowser" and "The Book of Negroes."

• April also mentions some books that she is letting go, like "Song Yet Sung" and "The Rebel Wife."