The Reading Well

The Reading Well

Coming soon

This is The Reading Well.

Heather Vickery | Joy Warrior's avatar
Heather Vickery | Joy Warrior
Dec 17, 2025
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Coming Soon: The Reading Well

I’m finally carving out time to share my love of books—what moves me, what pisses me off, and what makes me really think.

I’m not a professional book critic; I’m just a woman with a passion for reading who wants a place to process how these stories land in the real world. You might see a formal review or a star rating here and there, but mostly, this is a space to think through what we read and why it matters.

Oh how I love reading outside in the warm weather. Here’s me with one of my all time favoirte books, Casey McQuistion’s Red, White and Royal Blue,

Here is what you can expect:

  • The Deep Soak: This is for the moments that make me stop and re-read. It might be a whole book that requires a slow linger, or it might just be a single line or passage I felt called to share.

  • The Soft Landing: These are the warm, cozy reads that feel like a cup of coffee or a hot toddy. I’ll be sharing the books that offer a place to hide or a way to quiet the noise.

  • The Open Door: This is for the books—fiction or non-fiction—that spark new ideas or open up new paths. These are the stories that teach me something or open my eyes to new people, places, and perspectives.

  • Monthly Logs: A simple list of what I’ve been reading and why it mattered.

I’m looking forward to keeping this conversation honest and low-pressure. More to come very soon.


Thanks for being here, and for reading along. This is The Reading Well. Whether you’re currently in the middle of a The Deep Soak, looking for a The Soft Landing, or stepping through an The Open Door, I hope you find exactly the words you need today. If you’re enjoying this content, please consider becoming a paid subscriber.

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