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A New Normal: 5 Books Depicting a Changed World
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • May 08, 2020
These are unprecedented times! On a global scale, we are working to adjust to a new normal. We are finding it somewhat soothing to read about people engaged in a similar process. Here are five great titles we've found to scratch that itch.
In Her Own Words
10 Unforgettable Literary Moms
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • May 06, 2020
Motherhood is complicated! And literary matrons are hardly a perennial bunch! They show up in a variety of forms, from gentle and nurturing to narcissistic and mercurial. In fact, the mom often makes for the most unforgettable character in a story. For Mother’s Day, we revisit the words from ten unforgettable mamas from books.
Diversity in Asian American Lit
8 Books Offering Unique Cultural Perspectives
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • May 01, 2020
Desperately Seeking Solace
10 Author-Chosen Books for Uncertain Times
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 29, 2020
There's a lot of uncertainty in our world right now and it leaves many of us feeling anxious and unsettled. Of course, books can help! Reading is a tried and true source of solace in times of trouble. Here, ten contemporary authors share the books that bring them comfort.
7 Book-to-Screen Adaptations You Can Read and Stream Now
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 24, 2020
With movie theaters closed, several of the book-to-screen adaptations, we were looking forward to have been postponed. So here’s a list of titles that are available to read and watch right now!
Earth Day Indoors?
Immerse Yourself in Nature From the Safety of Your Home
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 22, 2020
For many of us Earth Day is a holiday that might involve a hike in our favorite state park or a visit to a nearby beach. But in the time of Covid-19, this may not be possible. If you're feeling housebound and looking for a way to experience nature, here are some great earthy reads for all ages.
A Music Festival Reading List: 10 Great Music Books
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 17, 2020
Today would have kicked off the final weekend of the epic Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Of course, this isn't happening because of concerns around coronavirus. Since nobody can actually experience Coachella (or any other live music events) right now, we decided to explore a literary tour of the star-studded desert fête.
The Creativity of Captivity
10 Great Books Written From Prison
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 15, 2020
This week marks the anniversary of Martin Luther King’s eleven-day imprisonment in Birmingham Jail. The treatise he wrote there became an important touchstone for the American Civil Rights Movement. But this is only one of many great works written within the confines of a cell.
Top 10 Literary Siblings to Celebrate National Sibling Day
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 10, 2020
Sibling relationships are complex. There is an undeniable rivalry between young humans as they attempt to share parents, belongings, and turf. Yet, our brothers and sisters are often the people who understand us the best. To celebrate National Sibling Day, we present ten of our favorite literary siblings.
Happy 65th Birthday to Barbara Kingsolver
Portrait of an Activist Writer
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 08, 2020
Today is Barbara Kingsolver's 65th birthday. The author's absorbing works of fiction, memoir, nonfiction, and poetry weave together evocative, lyrical prose with themes of social justice and environmental activism. Read on to learn more about her.
Timeless Classics with Timely Updates
A Fun Way to Explore the Classics
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 03, 2020
Getting young people to read old books can be challenging. One successful approach we’ve come across is to pair the original with a modern take on the story. Here we feature ten classic books matched with fun, updated retellings.
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