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vintage novels and mid-century ephemera
The “Choose Your Era” Historical Fiction Guide: 1950s, 60s, 70s (Bonus:WWII Victory Cookbook Twist)

Not sure where to start with historical fiction? Try choosing your era first. This quick mid-century guide breaks down the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s by vibe, plus a WWII home-front bonus with a Victory cookbook twist—perfect for vintage fiction lovers who like to browse by decade.

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Rescuing vs. Rehoming Books: What to Keep, Donate, or Let Go

This week at Reading Vintage, I hauled up a breathtaking early-1900s history set—24 volumes, eight pounds each, and full of maps and illustrations. It inspired a practical guide for fellow rescuers: how to sort a bulk lot fast, what’s worth keeping, and where the rest can go to be genuinely loved and used.

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Your Book Club Toolbox

If you missed it (or want to save it for later), my January Book Club Hub is now all in one place—think of it as a book club toolbox you can come back to anytime.

Even if you’re not in a formal book club, this is still a handy resource for those “what should I read next?” moments—so I recommend bookmarking it and pulling it up whenever you need a nudge.

➡️ Go to the January Book Club Hub here

Welcome Readers and Collectors

Hello bookish friend, I’m Pam, owner of Reading Vintage.

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Keep turning those pages. — Pam

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