October 27, 2021October 27, 2021

20 books inspired by Greek mythology and Classic texts

Helen of Troy was said to have the face that launched a thousand ships. Greek mythology has similarly launched countless retellings—and I, for one, am here for it. ... Read more

October 26, 2021October 26, 2021

WSIRN Ep 304: Your trusty list of bookish gifts

Podcast

Readers, while it’s hard to believe, it’s time to start thinking about holiday gifting! Today’s episode is our sixth annual holiday gift giving guide for the readers in ... Read more

October 25, 2021October 25, 2021

What are your chilly weather go-to meals?

My Life, Stuff I Love

Call it pandemic overload, meal planning fatigue, or whatever you want. We have it. We’ve hit a few walls when it’s come to making dinner this past year ... Read more

October 22, 2021October 22, 2021

Links I love

Links I Love

Happy Friday, friends. Thank you for your lovely response to last week’s hard news. My family and I appreciate it. I hope this collection of interesting reads and ... Read more

October 21, 2021October 22, 2021

16 memorable memoirs told in essays, stories, and snapshots

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

When I’m not sure what to read next, I often turn to memoir. My own reading habits skew towards fiction, and a good memoir allows me to read ... Read more

October 20, 2021October 22, 2021

The 2021 MMD gift guide for bookish kids

Holidays

I’m sure no one will be shocked to hear that I love to give gifts of the readerly variety, and that this has been true for as long ... Read more

October 19, 2021October 18, 2021

WSIRN Ep 303: Reading for thrills and chills

Podcast

Readers, this time of year I always enjoy talking scary books with a guest—but my conversation today goes far beyond spine-tingling reads as I chat with today’s guest ... Read more

October 16, 2021October 18, 2021

Links I love

Links I Love

I hope this Saturday delivery finds you well. We post our lovely links almost every Friday; this week’s exception is due to the 15th falling on a Friday, ... Read more

October 15, 2021October 14, 2021

What I’ve been reading lately: the new and the notable

Books & Reading, Quick Lit

Welcome to Quick Lit, where we share short and sweet reviews of what we’ve been reading lately on the 15th of the month. When I pulled out my ... Read more

October 13, 2021October 13, 2021

The 2021 MMD gift guide for book lovers

Books & Reading, Holidays, Stuff I Love

It’s hard to believe it’s already time to start holiday shopping! But here we are. With the supply chain issues plaguing the consumer landscape and publishing in particular, ... Read more