Shantay you stay, and read some books while you’re here! The queens of RuPaul’s Drag Race give us never-ending drama, shade, and gags. We’ve matched some of our favorite reads with the best contestants Mama Ru’s runway has to offer. Whether they are serving looks, spilling tea, or having a kiki, these characters and stories […]
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 […]
Sometimes we need an escape from reality, and these young adult fantasy books are our ticket to worlds beyond even our own (very active) imaginations. Read on for 12 must-read young adult fantasy books that will whisk you away from your everyday life and bring you stories full of adventure, romance, and–perhaps most importantly of […]
I should preface this by saying I haven’t finished The Umbrella Academy yet, but boy, am I loving it! Heroes with complicated backstories, questionable villains, robotic mothers, time travel, family drama, space, intriguing dystopian plot points, crazy family dynamics, and the end of the world as we know it. If you love any of these […]
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 […]
Is there anything better than getting lost in a good book? Luckily all of the titles on this list include a map to help you find your way around! Immerse yourself in the fantastical worlds these stories have to offer, and familiarize yourself with the exciting landscapes in their beautiful maps. 7 Books with Amazing […]
I have to admit: I don’t read a ton of historical fiction. But never fear, readers like me! Here is a list of absolutely fabulous books that feature real characters and moments in history from creative, different, and interesting points of view. 7 Books That Feature Real History 1. The Great Unknowable End by Kathryn […]
There’s nothing I enjoy more than reading the first book in a series! I love being able to dive into a book and know the story won’t end when I get the final page. No matter how good the subsequent books are, the first book in a series always holds a special place in my […]
Christmas is coming!!! We are all so excited for the holiday cheer and of course we have to start thinking about presents for others to put under the tree. Our staff of writers here at Riveted by Simon Teen wants to share our favorite books we’d like to get this holiday season and exactly why […]
Hunt the Stones. Beware the Thief. Avenge the Past. In this spellbinding sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Last Magician, Esta and Harte set off on a cross-country chase through time to steal back the elemental stones they need to save the future of magic. Lisa Maxwell stopped by to give us four […]
