Monthly Wrap Up for Janurary 2025


January was a chilly and slower month for me. I got to cook for my group of friends twice in one weekend, which was fun to plan. I had a lot of car trouble that’s rolling over into February as well, with ups and downs as per usual. On the bright side, I was able to read a lot this month. I made time to sit down and work toward my reading goals, and it really paid off!


January TBR Revisited

This is my list from last month. 

I got to all of these but Hell's Paradise! I thought I was farther along in the series but I was actually on vol. 5.


Reading Stats



These stats seem to actuate this time. As you can see, I read a lot of manga. There were many series that I wanted to start and catch up on. I'd like to continue reading these series until completion.


Books Read in January 2025

 A Man and His Cat Vol. 12 by Umi Sakurai ★★★★★

 Abstract: The man and a guitar player meet online and become real-life friends.

 Fed Up With Being the Spoiled Queen's Genius Butler, I Ran Away and Built the World's Strongest Army Vol. 1 by Reiga Vol. 1 ★★★★☆
Abstract: Wildly talented bulter quits his job and enrolls in the army.

 Powerful by Lauren Roberts ★★★☆☆
Abstract: We find out what happened to Adena while Paedyn did her thing.


     Ruthless Fae by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti ★★★★☆
Abstract: The twins finally start to get back at the heirs.

     Kaiju No. 8, Vol. 2 by Naoya Matsumoto ★★★☆☆
Abstract: Kafka works hard and makes little progress. 

A Sky of Emerald Stars by A.K. Mulford ★★★☆☆
Abstract: Sadie discovers new secrets from the human world

 The Ice Guy and the Cool Girl, Vol. 1 by Miyuki Tonogaya ★★★★☆
Abstract: The son of a snow spirit starts to fall in love with his coworker. 

Love's in Sight, Vol. 3 by Uoyama ★★★★☆ 
Abstract: Yukiko's blind friend needs help with her hobby of running. 

The Nightmare Before Kissmas by Sara Raasch ★★★★★
Abstract: The Prince of Christmas needs to change his holiday with help from Halloween.

 Cat + Gamer, Vol. 3 by Wataru Nadatani ★★★★★
Abstract: Riko and Musubi level up together and gain much insight into the life of cats. 

 Not Your Idol, Vol. 1 by Aoi Makino ★★★★☆ 
Abstract: Nina, a former Idol, is hiding secrets from her new classmates while dressing like a boy.

Not Your Idol, Vol. 2 by Aoi Makino ★★★☆☆
Abstract: Nina wants to keep her secrets but the situation intensifies and she doesn't know who to trust.

 The Dark Becomes Her by Judy I. Lin ★★★☆☆ 
Abstract: Ruby can see ghosts and her sister gets infected with an evil spirit.

 Shady Hollow by Juneau Black ★★★★☆ 
Abstract: A town of animals live in harmony until someone dies. 

 Love's in Sight!, Vol. 4 by Uoyama ★★★★★
Abstract: The cute couple tries and often fails to have their first kiss.

 Cat + Gamer, Vol. 4 by Wataru Nadatani ★★★★☆ 
Abstract: The household gains a new cat!

 Mythical Beast Investigator, Vol. 1 by Keishi Ayasato ★★★☆☆ 
Abstract: The investigator goes to a small village being attacked by a dragon.

 Cherry Blossoms After Winter, Vol. 1 by Bamwoo ★★★★★
Abstract: Two childhood friends now enemies find themselves in the same class. 

 The Dangerous Convenience Store, Vol. 01 by 945 ★★★★☆ 
Abstract: A boy works the night shift at a convenience store where the local mobsters go.

 Hell's Paradise, Vol. 05 by Yūji Kaku ★★★☆☆ 
Abstract: Ninjas go to an island and have to fight deadly monsters while looking for the elixir of life


Picture Books
I read some picture books for an event I do at the library. I don't count these towards any reading goals (book bingo or yearly goals). Here are some of my favorites from this month.

 The Wish Tree by Kyo Maclear ★★★★☆
Abstract: A boy and his sled try to find a wish tree. 

 The Luckiest Snowball by Elliot Kreloff ★★★★☆
Abstract: A boy keeps a snowball in the freezer all year.

 Weasel is Worried by Ciara Gavin ★★★★☆
Abstract: Weasel is worried about changes and tries to stay safe.

The Baby Beast by Chris Judge ★★★★☆
Abstract: A beast finds an egg and tries to take care of it.

 I Don't Want to Go to School by Lula Bell ★★★★☆
Abstract: Mouse and Dinosaur don't want to go to school with a plot twist!


 The Couch Potato by Jory John ★★★★★
Abstract: Potato is forced outside when his electricity goes out and he finds that he likes the fresh air. 


February TBR

I'm keeping it short for February. I read so much last month and don't want to burn out trying to keep up with myself. 


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