— Michael Burke, Author

Reading My Mind is not just a book, it's a survival guide for life…The hope is that every reader’s day, one by one, becomes better than the last.

Reading My Mind is a refreshingly honest and intimate collection of raw journal excerpts that chronicle the author’s rollercoaster ride through her pivotal years of college life. Mary Reid offers a candid look at her daily experiences and explores a gamut of emotions as a young adult, from exuberant highs at her diving meets and parties to heart-wrenching lows in relationship disasters. Her wry reflections on navigating friendships, sports, academics, and romance are not just about the drama, but about the insight she gains along the way.

Available December 6, 2023.

About the Book

Reading My Mind is a refreshingly honest and intimate collection of raw journal excerpts that chronicle the author’s rollercoaster ride through her pivotal years of college life. Mary Reid offers a candid look at her daily experiences and explores a gamut of emotions as a young adult, from exuberant highs at her diving meets and parties to heart-wrenching lows in relationship disasters. Her wry reflections on navigating friendships, sports, academics, and romance are not just about the drama, but about the insight she gains along the way.

Available December 6, 2023.

About the Book

What Readers Have to Say

Reading Mary's unedited journal entries brought me down our winding and hilly memory lane of college and coming of age. Mary lays bare her inner thoughts and soul in this book, in which we explore, and for some of us re-examine, choices made, relationships engaged in and experiences that have forever left their mark and made us who we are today. For some, this book provides an opportunity to look back and fondly reflect on the transformative times of young adulthood. For others, this book serves as a guide for what they do not tell you about life after high school. Mary invites us on her journey of self-discovery and we are lucky enough to join the ride and even do some self-discovery of our own along the way.

Whether in music, law or writing, Mary has always succeeded as a performer and shares inspirational messages beneficial to others. 

 Joel Hoekstra of Whitesnake, Trans Siberian Orchestra 

Carolyn Razon-Fernandez, Ph.D.

“Reading My Mind is an amazing and incredibly accurate account of our journey at a Prestigious College 20 years ago. Mary has provided a great roadmap for students on how to navigate college life, in addition to highlighting certain routes on the map not to take, haha. It’s a great read for students and parents alike and a must-have to include in your student’s 2nd semester care package. It’s everything you want; it’s everything you need…” 

Ryan (Yes, that Ryan)

This book brings back some great memories.  Mary offers great advice to those exploring new adventures. 

Jimmy Adams

“Previously, before reading this book, I feared traveling over 1,500 miles to attend an out-of-state University.  After reading this book, I am now excited to experience new things and make new memories. This book made me realize that my life has just begun and that I’m ready for any obstacles that come my way.   

Madi H, Age 18

I am so happy I read this book before heading off to college!  

Elise C.

I wish I had this book available when I went to college!  It would have helped so much!

Daniela Barreto

Mary Reid studied History and Music in College, traveled the country with the All-American High Dive Team, dabbled in Law School and currently works as a paralegal at a prestigious law firm in Chicago. As she is always striving for more, Mary wrote this book after discovering her college journals packed away in moving boxes and thought it would be helpful to share her experiences with her nieces and nephews who are setting off for college. The journal excerpts contain lessons learned along the way pertaining to life, love and personal growth, along with her commentary and hindsight. Adjusting to college life is difficult but may be just a little easier with this book by your side.  

Mary enjoys spending time with her family, attending concerts and staying active with her Peloton bike. Mary lives in Chicago with her husband, son and two rescue dogs. 

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