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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.
Moments Today, Memories Tomorrow
By Barbara Hagen • April 16, 2020
About six years ago, my family spent our Friday nights watching the entire series of Little House on the Prairie. My intent was not just to share with them a little bit of my childhood but to show them a different way of living. These past few weeks have certainly been challenging with COVID-19 affecting us professionally, socially, and personally, but this gift of time, and of togetherness, has given us a taste of what life may have been like back in Walnut Grove and brought back these wonderful memories. My hope for all of us is to embrace the notable moments today as they will become our enduring memories tomorrow.
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.
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