We’ve been told since we were kids that we shouldn’t judge books by their covers. And maybe that’s true. But I’m the sort of book lover who drags my begrudging friends through a bookstore just so I can pick up my favorite book (that I already own) and shove the cover into their faces and […]
Everyone who has had a friend knows that things are not always easy. Often times, as we grow and change, so do our relationships. In YA, we see a lot of examples of female friendships that are nuanced and complicated. These books show the ups and downs you can have with your friends instead of […]
I absolutely adore beautiful book covers. Good writing is important, but a good cover design can really bring a book to the next level! A fun thing that I’ve noticed is that so many of my favorite books actually have different covers in different countries. There are so many cool, stunning international versions of books […]
I’m not afraid to admit when I’m wrong. For most of my life, I avoided sci-fi like the plague; I’m a fantasy girl, through and through. But it turns out the imagination it takes to tell stories about alien races or artificial intelligence is just as vast and exciting as those that focus on dragons […]
From ancient Egypt to the grunge era, historical fiction novels are a fun immersive way to experience the past! Even if you’re not into togas or petticoats, sometimes it’s nice to escape modern times and immerse yourself in the action and drama in a different time period. Here is a list of our favorite historical fiction […]
Whether you’re looking for an excellent story to read in celebration of Pride Month, or book featuring LGBTQIA+ characters and storylines to curl up with any time of year–or just a great read in general!–you will love each and every one of these novels. Find your new favorite LGBTQIA+ read right here. 15 YA […]
Did you know June is Audiobook Month? Audiobooks are a great way to get your reading in while you’re on the go and they’re a wonderful way to get immersed in a story. Want to pretend you’re in Ireland for 8 hours? Try the Love & Luck audiobook! Want to escape to another world, try […]
We think about romance a lot around here, and are always searching for stories that explore love in all its glory. While these books aren’t all romances at their core, the love story in each of them is wonderful and complex. Here are 8 books with LGBTQ+ love stories you need to add to your […]
There’s no shortage of great books that came out this month! Whether you’re looking for a light-hearted contemporary or a beautifully told historical fiction, we have the book for you! Make sure you add all of these May 2018 releases to your TBR! 7 Must-Read Books That Hit Shelves in May 2018 1. Tradition by […]
Who doesn’t love a good twist? The moment that makes you gasp, literally. The sentence that changes everything you thought you knew. The reveal that characters you thought were trustworthy were actually the bad guys the whole time! As a voracious reader, I often pride myself on being able to predict plot twists, but there […]
