For The Book Obsessed
[ad_1] Alright, folks. Prepare to swoon. We’re counting down some of YA’s absolute swooniest romances of all time. Kicking us off… Warcross by Marie Lu *cough* hot tub scene *cough* Juliet Takes a Breath by Gabby Rivera Juliet falling in love with a cute librarian named Kira was sort of the best. Also? Kira … Read more
[ad_1] Arianna Margulis is the creator of the girl-cult Instagram, But Like Maybe—an account that was born out of a bad break-up and showcases relatable experiences through drawings. From painting street-sized murals and major brand collabs to enacting revenge on ex boyfriends, Arianna’s creation opened up a world of opportunity she never thought possible. In her … Read more
[ad_1] We have been living in the future for a while now: drones deliver packages, watches track vital signs, meat substitutes grow in labs. No matter the modern problem, there’s an app for that. Even the self-driving car seems a plausible possibility. Despite these innovations, none of us seem happier for it. Political polarization, melancholy, … Read more
[ad_1] I don’t know who decided there should be a rainbow outside the doors of Russell Library in the weather-beaten New England town where I grew up. The rainbow itself was nothing spectacular—just a few sheets of metal cut into arches and soldered together, with metal strips for steps. But when I was seven, I’d … Read more
[ad_1] I won’t mince words: many writers and all independent bookstores operate on razor-thin margins at the best of times. These are not the best of times, not by a long shot, and the crucial safety measures that help us mitigate the spread and effects of coronavirus have the potential to be devastating for creators … Read more
[ad_1] In case you are a fan of #Wibbroka (adorable author couple that is Austin Siegemund-Broka & Emily Wibberley) or just generally a fan of romance books that will absolutely win your heart, stick around. We’re revealing an excerpt for Wibbroka’s upcoming release Time of Our Lives! Scroll down to start reading/falling in love. FITZ When … Read more
[ad_1] The mystery “genre” actually comprises several different categories of stories. A “thriller” is different from a “cozy mystery,” which is different from “crime fiction,” which may not necessarily be “detective fiction,” and these are just some of the flavors in the mystery stew. Agatha Christie’s corpus of work—seventy-nine novels and short-story collections, plus fourteen … Read more
[ad_1] As a lifelong bookworm, there are few escapes I rely on more than into the pages of a good book. I asked my Facebook community to recommend some of the most engrossing stories they’ve ever read because, like a lot of us, I’m planning to stay at home for now… so I really, really … Read more
[ad_1] Excerpt alert! This week we’re reading The Jewel Thief by Jeannie Mobley, a lush, slow-burn romance set in 17th century France, and based on the history of the Hope Diamond. Scroll down to read an excerpt! Louvre Palace, April 25, 1673 I kneel, gritting my teeth against the pain of my cracked ribs and blistered … Read more
[ad_1] It’s easy to think you know the story of another culture (or even your own). But races and cultures aren’t a monolith, and indigenous people, who are often lumped under one designation, are incredibly different than one another. One way to explore these fabulous cultures, and their often-tragic histories at the hands of colonialists, … Read more