Book Lists

Readers, I love a good mystery, and a recent conversation has me thinking about the mysteries I love—those books that are so ingeniously put together that when you get to ... Read more

June 5, 2019June 5, 2019

5 authors worth binge reading this summer

Book Lists, Books & Reading

Readers, it’s been so much fun helping you fill up your summer TBRs. So far I’ve shared the 2019 Summer Reading Guide with subscribers, my Minimalist Summer Reading Guide, 20 ... Read more

May 29, 2019May 29, 2019

10 romance novels that are perfect for summer reading

Book Lists, Books & Reading

Readers, it’s been so much fun helping you fill up your summer TBRs. So far I’ve shared the 2019 Summer Reading Guide with subscribers, my Minimalist Summer Reading Guide, and ... Read more

May 22, 2019May 29, 2019

20 hot new releases everyone will be talking about this summer

Book Lists, Books & Reading

Readers, I told you this was my favorite time of the year for reading. Last week I shared the 2019 Summer Reading Guide with subscribers and on Monday I highlighted ... Read more

March 27, 2019March 27, 2019

20 celebrity memoirs read by their authors

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

I’m a regular audiobook listener. When I have a good story in progress, I’ll find ways to walk extra miles, fold extra laundry, maybe even dust the baseboards. In the ... Read more

March 6, 2019March 27, 2019

15 audiobooks read by your favorite celebrity narrators

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

It’s a trend: over the past 5 years a growing number of A-list actors have put their considerable skills to work narrating audiobooks—both contemporary hits and beloved classics. Now Audible ... Read more

February 27, 2019February 28, 2019

20 wonderful books about books and bookstores

Book Lists, Books & Reading

Here on Modern Mrs Darcy I’m happy to play host to a community of avid readers. Around here, we love books and reading. And we also love to read about ... Read more

February 20, 2019February 20, 2019

7 series to read next after you’ve run out of Louise Penny novels

Book Lists, Books & Reading

Years ago, two Canadian readers—one a friend, one a blog reader—convinced me to give Louise Penny a try. I was hooked from the start. (Although I will say to new ... Read more

February 13, 2019March 10, 2019

12 great books that celebrate the power of female friendship

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In the wise words of Leslie Knope, Valentine’s Day is about celebrating romance—but Galentine’s Day is about celebrating lady friends. (Funny thing, I knew this long before I actually watched ... Read more

February 6, 2019March 10, 2019

10 audiobooks to listen to while you clean, purge, and tidy

Audiobook, Book Lists, Books & Reading

Back in the fall, I came across my old copy of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. I laughed, showed it to Will, and said, “Do you remember when Marie ... Read more

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Book Lists

4 authors that take you to plot school

5 authors worth binge reading this summer

10 romance novels that are perfect for summer reading

20 hot new releases everyone will be talking about this summer

20 celebrity memoirs read by their authors

15 audiobooks read by your favorite celebrity narrators

20 wonderful books about books and bookstores

7 series to read next after you’ve run out of Louise Penny novels

12 great books that celebrate the power of female friendship

10 audiobooks to listen to while you clean, purge, and tidy