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It’s almost the end of July and the end of this book read. Have you read it?
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July’s book || Currently reading
It’s almost the end of July and the end of this book read. Have you read it?
Reading diary | 16th July 2026.
I had a conversation recently with my friend who is following along with this book club. She recently finished reading the book. I was a little nervous for her to be following along because I wasn't sure how much our reading tastes would be similar and interweave each others, and there was this idea floating around my head about the fact she might hate this book, and any that I choose going forward. But after finishing it she messaged me saying "I'm so glad you picked it..." and whilst I am being realistic that not every book can be a win, this first month definitely feels like one. Starting this book club has felt so positive for myself and my reading and even just one person enjoying it makes me feel like I am achieving something within my reading for other people too, that's not just me talking about books I have read.
July’s book | Currently reading
A MONTH OF THE BOOK CLUB.
AN IDEA FOR THIS BOOK CLUB GOING FORWARD.
When creating this book club, and even considering the idea of it, I really wanted it to be something that was unique to many other book clubs out there but also, worked for myself and my reading. And with that it made sense for my book club to be focused around reading books we never hear about on social media. And that's exactly how I have planned this and like it to be. And that will not be changing.
I have been thinking about the book club going forward and an idea did come to my mind that I would like your opinion on... I have been thinking recently about books that don't fall (in my opinion) under the rules and criteria of this book club, and whilst I will read those outside of the book club and within my own general reading, I was wondering what it would be like to feature them here.
100 PAGES INTO JULYS BOOK.
MY THOUGHTS SO FAR...
Here we are... I have hit the 100 page mark of the July book which is TABLE FOR ONE by EMMA GANNON, and I have some thoughts to share with you about what I am thinking and feeling right now.
Reading diary | 7th July 2026.
I have made a start on the book for July which is TABLE FOR ONE by EMMA GANNON. And I am feeling every single emotion and feeling for this first month of the book club, because what if people don't like my book choices? I had a conversation with someone in my offline life about the book I chose for the book club for July (and the fact I've even started one) which was a big step. The friend in particular also likes reading and every time we see each other we talk about the books we are reading. Not long after our conversation, she showed me that she had purchased this months book club book. It means a lot that gestures like someone who enjoys reading, went out to buy the book I am currently reading, so they could talk about it with me exist and I have people around me who would do that. And that's why this book club exists. For us to have conversations about books we read that we don't hear other people talking about all that much, if at all.
06/07/2026 || July’s book
Here we go. Today is the day I make a start on the book for July. This is the first official bookclub book and I am intrigued to get started.
Is anyone else planning to pick this one up? Or, have you already read it?
MEET ME AT THE SEASIDE COTTAGES by JENNY COLGAN
FULL REVIEW OF THE BOOK CLUB PICK FOR JUNE.
(Please note this post is a full in depth discussion about the above book and therefore may contain hints to spoilers of the book.)
BOOK OF THE MONTH: JULY 2026.
THE BOOK PICK OF THE MONTH.
UPDATE:
The reading list has been updated with the July book of the month and I will be posting a full post about why I chose this book for the month tomorrow!
ONE WEEK OF 'READING THE UNKNOWN'!
A THANK YOU UPDATE.
I just wanted to take a quick moment to write an update post to say thank you to those who have checked this blog out in it's first week, and even followed. It means a lot. I am still bringing it to life and I hope it can become exactly what I am hoping it can be. But the main thing is that I just want to have a good time with reading and finding works that we aren't seeing all over our FYP's. And we are now slowly approaching our first official month of the club so I am feeling a little nervous. I just want everyone to like this space. But in order for that, I have to be enjoying it too. And right now, I am having the best time here.
So thank you! Again!!!
Happy reading! (Both this blog and your books!)
Reading diary | 24th June 2026.
I am about to finish reading the book for June. Don’t forget my full review will be posted at the start of July. Then the official books, and posts, for this blog will begin in July too. I have around 30 pages left of the June read. I think my reading has been heavily influenced by this British heatwave we are experiencing right now. I have loved getting to sit outside, in the fresh air and just enjoy a couple chapters of my book in the nice weather. I have also been thinking about posts and post types for this blog and with July being our official start, I am looking forward to giving things a go and seeing what posts I can make and what we get from each read. But most importantly, i’m looking forward to finding and reading some unfamiliar books and getting to talk about them here. And hopefully you will enjoy it all too.
100 PAGES INTO JUNES BOOK.
MY THOUGHTS SO FAR...
So I have hit the 100 page mark (108 to be exact) of the June book, MEET ME AT THE SEASIDE COTTAGES by JENNY COLGAN. And I always say to give a book a fair chance, I try to read the first 100 pages to see if I am getting along with the book, or not. So here is what I am thinking now I am at that point...
BOOK OF THE MONTH: JUNE 2026.
THE BOOK PICK FOR THE MONTH.
One of my absolute favorite books is My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George. It’s YA, not romance or historical fiction, but it’s a solid adventure/coming of age kind of story. There is just something about it that I find so nostalgic and comforting. Most people I mention it to have never heard of it! Maybe add that one to the list if it strikes your fancy?
It probably won't surprise you but, I have also never heard of this book either. I am going to compile a list of all books recommended on this blog to be considered for future picks, and I will add this one! So thank you for the recommendation.
BOOKS I READ PRIOR TO THIS BLOG.
I'D NEVER HEARD OF THESE BOOKS BEFORE.
THE FIRST POST OF THE NEW BLOG!
AN INTRODUCTION TO ME, THE BLOG AND WHATS GOING TO BE HAPPENING.
Hello and welcome to the READING THE UNKNOWN book blog. A book blog that aims to read and review books that are rarely spoken about online.Â