Hey Readers!I'm Sara
I have been “reading in public” for over a decade, documenting what I read, how I read, and why it matters on my Instagram and bestselling newsletter.
I love recommending great books to my fellow readers, but I also believe that how we read is just as important as what books we choose. As a Literature M.A. and former English teacher, I’m fascinated by breaking down how books work on us through the connection of characters, plot, style, and structure.
At FictionMatters, you’ll find books that make you think and make you work. You’ll encounter narrative structures that blow your mind and sentences that take your breath away. You’ll meet characters who will never leave you.
You’ll also get practical tips and in-depth essays on analyzing literature and close reading so that you feel eager and ready to approach your books critically, intellectually, and playfully.
So, let's go find your next great read.
There are two ways to read alongside me: become a Substack newsletter subscriber or join my Patreon Literary Society.
Both communities come with ample book recommendations, thoughtful book discussions, and practical insights into how I read.
Read with Me
There's no greater joy than falling into and in love with a book—unless you count helping a fellow reader discover their next great read. Whether you're in the mood for charming classics, breezy page-turners, or inventive literary fiction, I'm here to help you find books that matter to you.
Find Books that Matter
Around here, the “how’s” and “why’s” of reading are as fascinating as the books themselves.
My specialty is bringing you the insights of literary scholarship in an approachable, engaging, and useful way. By “Reading in Public,” I share the way my graduate level studies and classroom experience influence how I approach my books, not to teach you how to read but to provoke reflection on your own reading practices.
Deepen Your Reading
For press inquiries, interview opportunities, partnership requests, and general questions, please email fictionmattersbooks@gmail.com or use the form on my contact page, linked below.
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