short and sweet memoir-in-essays about the power of birds. i love birds too, and the scenes depicted were very well done. 4 stars. tysm for the arc.

I loved this gem of a book! The essays are inspiring and sweet. New birders and experienced birders will enjoy this varied collection. I’m delighted to have experienced birding through Lili’s eyes! Thanks to NetGalley for an early copy.

Turning to Birds is a collection of 12 short essays by actor Lily Taylor. While the stories are connected by the subject of birds, they are all also about noticing your surroundings and about the author herself. They are charming and unexpected, well worth a read.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

I've fully entered my birding era over the past year, and Turning to Birds was the right read for me at the right time.

Her essays are this perfect mix of personal stories and gentle observations, like chasing woodpeckers through oak trees or watching a nest of hatchlings in her backyard. She captures that joy of looking up and being present in a way that made me want to grab my binoculars immediately.

If you’ve ever felt even a little curious about birds—or just need a reminder to slow down and pay attention to the everyday beauty around you—this book’s for you.

Thank you to Crown Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC.

Turning to Birds by Lili Taylor is a short and sweet memior. I love seeing hobbies become healing and developing special interests add so much joy to life. I think it's beautiful how she shared how it's shaped her family and how her passion has lead her through life. This is a wonderful account of a woman finding freedom in being more aware.
Making decisions every day to see more than your narrow field of vision and be purposeful about it. If this showed me one thing it's to be encouraged because the birds are always there. Excited to learn more about birds myself honestly because it is such a beautiful piece of life to discover.

Thank you to NetGalley and Crown Publishing for providing an eARC of Turning to Birds in exchange for my honest opinions.