You can’t choose the family you’re born into, but you can find a new one! Chosen families are a harbor for anyone born into a family that doesn’t understand them, anyone living far away from their families of origin, anyone who doesn’t do nuclear families, and anyone with extra love to give. After all, if […]
One of the great things about books is how they help us understand one another and also empower us. There is real power in being a force of empathy and compassion. Here are a few books whose incredible stories can help us foster understanding, compassion, and empowerment. 22 Books That Will Help You Start a […]
We’re committed to celebrating and recognizing BIPOC characters and authors all year long, and we know that you are too! So, we’re sharing a few of our favorite books featuring strong and inspiring BIPOC characters that we love. How many of these books have you read? 15 Books Featuring Powerful Characters Who Are BIPOC 1. […]
All the best books have a memorable protagonist. If you’re looking for a fantasy heroine who will make you feel stronger, braver, or better understood, you just might find her on this list. 15 YA Fantasy Heroines You Need to Meet 1. Bree in Legendborn by Tracy Deonn Fueled by grief over her mother’s mysterious […]
Pretty much everyone on the team here at Riveted by Simon Teen is a HUGE fan of romance tropes. From forbidden love to love triangles and everything in between, you can often find us discussing (or debating) about all of the amazing books that feature these beloved tropes. To celebrate the staples of the romance […]
We’re committed to using our platforms to lift up Black creators now and always, and in celebration of Black History Month, we’ve gathered a few of our favorite books by Black authors we love. As we continue to listen, learn, and lift up Black voices, we hope you enjoy reading these amazing books! Can’t-Miss Books […]
We kicked off 2023 with a group of AMAZING new releases! From the thrilling and highly anticipated conclusion to the Last Hours series, to an adorable romcom debut and a delightful sequel novella, we’re ready to start crushing our reading goals for this year! Must-Read Books That Came Out in January 2023 1. Chain of Iron […]
We know, we know. The book is almost always better than the movie or series, but we still absolutely love seeing our favorite stories hit the big (or small) screen! Here are seven books being made into movies or series that you should read before they hit theaters or a streaming service near you. 7 […]
Black lives matter. Black stories matter. Black voices matter. We are committed to using our platforms to lift up Black creators, now and always. Below, we have compiled a list of books by Black authors that everyone should read. Some of these books are memoirs, reflecting the direct experience of authors. Some are novels that […]
Do you like dark, suspenseful, pulse-pounding books that make your hair raise and set your nerves on edge? Have you binged Stranger Things, Black Mirror, and You, and are left craving more? Well, my friends, do we have a list for you! The minds of Riveted Lit have brainstormed and we’ve rounded up some of […]
