Books & Reading

October 21, 2021October 22, 2021

16 memorable memoirs told in essays, stories, and snapshots

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, 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, 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

September 20, 2021September 20, 2021

Last chance to get the preorder bonuses for My Reading Life: A Book Journal

Books & Reading

Readers, after two years of preparation, my book My Reading Life: A Book Journal comes out tomorrow! Thank you to everyone who has preordered. It makes such a big difference for authors, ... Read more

September 16, 2021September 17, 2021

Why star ratings matter—and when they don’t

Books & Reading

Readers have all kinds of complicated feelings about how they rate their books, and I am no exception. If you listen to my podcast What Should I Read Next or ... Read more

September 15, 2021September 15, 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. This has been an interesting reading season. ... Read more

September 8, 2021September 10, 2021

15 super short audiobooks you can finish in four hours or less

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

Readers, “reading with your ears” is a great way to tackle the huge tomes on your TBR and get the most out of your audiobook credits. (Thanks to John Lee’s ... Read more