About eatbookswithmfb

Well, hello and welcome to my blog. I’m Michelle…aka MFB.

I created this space to celebrate my deep love of books and the written word.  I wanted to share the back story on how I landed here and give a glimpse of what’s ahead on the blog.

From a young age, books were one of the things that truly lit me up. The annual book fair at school ignited my fire for books. I saved my meager allowance to spend on new books at this event. As second book program that was cherished was the Pizza Hut Book It Program. Free pizza for reading? Yes, please! Is there truly a better incentive? Any trip to the local library felt like an adventure and I devoured anything from Sweet Valley High and Nancy Drew to Super Bowl highlights books.  While my reading preferences have changed over the years, the one constant is I eat books! 

Today, I actively participate in 2 monthly book clubs. The first one has been going strong for 3.5 years while the second began earlier this year.  Book clubs have expanded my reading horizons beyond my usual preferences and, even more importantly, connected me with incredible people. My first group began as a circle of strangers who became friends. My newest group grew out of long-standing friendships. Sharing our love of books—and life—has become an essential and deeply meaningful part of who I am and created deeper connections with everyone involved.

A significant chapter of my story, and one that led me to create this blog, is my cancer diagnosis last year. No one wants to hear the words “you have cancer,” but the experience has reshaped my perspective in profound ways. That same journey brought together the amazing people who form my second book club—individuals who supported me through appointments, treatments, hard days, and everything in between.

I’m still navigating this path, and it will be an important part of what I share here. Each month, I’ll post a “Cancer Corner” update—covering health insights, helpful resources, meaningful reads, and honest reflections on where I am in my journey toward wellness.

Along the way, I’ll also share monthly recaps of the books I’ve “eaten,” along with recommendations. Not every book I love will resonate with everyone—and that’s the beauty of reading. We all bring our own perspectives to the page. Each month, I’ll also highlight one of my all-time favorites, inviting new thoughts and conversations along the way.

As I begin this journey, I hope you’ll stick around—and come eat books with MFB.