Books & Reading

November 15, 2021November 15, 2021

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

Welcome to Quick Lit, where we share short and sweet reviews of what we’ve been reading lately on the 15th of the month. I’ve had a lovely, if unusual, reading ... Read more

November 11, 2021November 12, 2021

13 beloved board books and picture books for the kids in your life

Book Lists, Books & Reading

I’m excited to welcome MMD team member Chelsey Feder to this space today. She and her husband recently welcomed a new addition to their family and we could not be ... Read more

November 8, 2021November 12, 2021

Fill your house with joyful light

Books & Reading, House & Home, MMD Book Club

Readers, today I’m delighted to welcome team member Ginger Horton to share about a book that changed her life in the most practical of ways. Ginger is our Community Manager ... Read more

October 27, 2021October 29, 2021

20 books inspired by Greek mythology and Classic texts

Book Lists, Books & Reading

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. Every culture ... 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 nonfiction that ... 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 reading journal ... Read more

October 13, 2021November 17, 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, it’s more ... Read more

October 6, 2021October 11, 2021

12 horror novels for wimps

Book Lists, Books & Reading

Readers, you probably weren’t expecting a horror novel book list from me. While I’m a confirmed scaredy-cat and Highly Sensitive Person, I enjoy a good spine-tingling read, especially this time ... Read more

September 22, 2021September 24, 2021

8 books our team couldn’t wait to read next

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

Readers, it’s a BIG week over here with a book launch AND the 300th episode of What Should I Read Next. Our fabulous team of readers is celebrating in our ... Read more