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The Hallowed Walls of The American Writers Museum
Early in February I finally got to go the American Writers Museum here in Chicago. I saw that Ross Gay was reading from his new essay collection The Book of Delights and took the reading as the nudge…
Who Adapted it Better? TV vs. Movie Adaptations
In the age of multiple TV and movie adaptations, book lovers can be spoiled for choice. Sometimes the small screen is better than the big screen. And sometimes it’s not.TV Adaptations That Are Better…
32 Cross-Media Recommendations: Book and Movie/TV Pairings
When I read, tone is one of the biggest things I’m looking for. Algorithm suggestions don’t work very well for me. Because of that, I have my favorite book reviewers and I try to use Nancy Pearl’s…
51 Must-See Bookstores Across the US: Critical Linking, March 24, 2019
Sponsored by Forge Books. For a book lover, there’s nothing quite like the quintessential charm of local bookstores. They bring the community together with their warm and friendly atmospheres that…
What to Read Before and After Surgery
Surgery can bring out a lot of emotions in both the patient and their loved ones. Between anxiety and fear before surgery, pain and exhaustion following surgery, and frustration and boredom during the…
Weekend Giveaway: A PEOPLE’S HISTORY OF HEAVEN by Mathangi Subramanian
This giveaway is sponsored by A People’s History of Heaven by Mathangi Subramanian from Algonquin Books. The eagerly anticipated A People’s History of Heaven by Mathangi Subramanian centers on a…
Five Nonfiction Books for the New American Family
The shape of the American family has taken a drastic shift in this last generation. The reality is that this “family” is made up of a multiverse of shape, size, color, creed, gender that is now being…
Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for March 23rd, 2019
Sponsored by Bloom by Kevin Panetta and Savanna Ganucheau. These deals were active as of this writing, but may expire soon, so get them while they’re hot! Today’s Featured De
50 Of The Best Poetry Books From Authors of Contemporary Works
There seems to be a bit of an aversion to poetry in our culture. Something happens to us when we’re in school—we’re given Walt Whitman or Emily Dickinson or Robert Frost, and we don’t really feel like…
Reading Pathway: Kate Atkinson
Kate Atkinson is an English writer who has published ten novels, a play, and a short story collection. She has been awarded the prestigious UK Costa Award (earlier named the Whitbread Award) for Book…
Out Of This World Zodiac Bookmarks
My first online life happened in my teens, when I first got the internet. I stumbled upon an American Online forum for astrology lovers, and I immediately fell in love with all things metaphysical. I…
The Best Romantic Books to Read With Your Book Group
This selection of romantic books for book groups is sponsored by Simon & Schuster.From the New York Times bestselling author of Good Grief comes a richly poignant and stirring story that asks: How…
Why It’s Important to Read in Front of Kids
Make the time to read in front of kids, even when you're not reading to them. One parent explains why this matters.
My Favorite Villainous Women (But Are They?!)
Vanessa shares some of her favorite villainous women with backstories that'll make you think twice. Books discussed: Circe by Madeline Miller https://amzn.to...
10 Exceptional Audiobooks Written And Narrated By Women: List List 341
The List List is sponsored by Libby, the one-tap reading app from your library and OverDrive. Meet Libby. The award-winning reading app that makes sure you always have something to read. It’s like…
Giveaway: SAVE ME FROM DANGEROUS MEN by S.A. Lelchuk
This giveaway is sponsored by Flatiron Books, publishers of Save Me From Dangerous Men by S.A. Lelchuk. Nikki Griffin isn’t your typical private investigator. In her office above her bookstore’s…
Movies You Didn’t Know Were Books First
These days, it seems as though just about every movie being made is adapted from a book. Those movies hit the big screen or end up on your Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon suggestion lists, and the books, in…
Springtime, time to refresh or whatever
Katie and Rincey talk about the big college admissions scam (because how could they not?) and provide some creepy book picks for a reader’s book club. This episode is sponsored by Libro.fm, The…
5 Diverse Anthologies To Add To Your Reading List In 2019
In recent years, there have been calls for more diverse books, which have led to an increase in the number of diverse books published and more interest in those previously published. This is a welcome…
Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for March 22nd, 2019
Sponsored by The Chaos Function by by Jack Skillingstead. These deals were active as of this writing, but may expire soon, so get them while they’re hot! Today’s Fea
The 25 Most Beautiful Libraries In America: Critical Linking, March 22, 2019
Sponsored by Forge Books. Libraries are magical places, filled with tales of faraway lands, adventure, romance and chivalry; inspiring the imaginations of generations and instilling a lifelong love of…
All the Backlist! March 22, 2019
This week, Jenn discusses a few great older books, including Made in India by Meera Sodha. This episode is sponsored by Mem by Bethany Morrow. Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS or Apple Podcasts…
Book Fetish: Volume 346
This week's Book Fetish is sponsored by Flatiron Books, publishers of Save Me From Dangerous Men by S.A. Lelchuk.Nikki Griffin isn't your typical private investigator. In her office above her boo