Those inside and outside the book publishing industry have long predicted an end to the traditional bookstore. However, it now seems that bookstores, particularly independent bookstores, are thriving, offering readers a unique experience—tactile, tangible, sensory—that isn’t possible when shopping online. Though the continued success of traditional bookstores may still be considered precarious, there’s at least one way to ensure their continued existence: inspiring children to make bookstores a longstanding part of their lives. December 5th marks the sixth annual Take Your Child to a Bookstore Day, an event and organization founded by author Jenny Milchman in 2010. Since then, the event …
Recently, Stephenie Meyer took over the NOVL’s Tumblr page to answer questions from fans. We’ve compiled a list of ten tidbits she revealed during that Q&A, including information on her upcoming work, regrets about Twilight, and what music she listened to while writing Life and Death. A male version of Leah exists in the Life and Death world The Clearwaters still exist. The shape-changer bloodline runs through both Holly and Saul Clearwater to their two children, Leland (Lee) and Sarah. Just like in the Twilight universe, Holly is in on the secret, and after Samantha Uley changes, she knows eventually that her daughter Sarah …
We go to books for many things: entertainment, wisdom, an emotional experience, an escape. The books that often leave the deepest impressions on our hearts are those that inspire us to live better. Those books take our hands in the darkness of real life difficulties and guide us to better versions of ourselves. In this spirit, we thought we’d compile a list of twelve quotes from literature that inspire bravery, especially in those moments when you need them most. “It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up …
For those having difficulty breaking into print, self-publishing has long been a suitable alternative. However, some self-published authors do much more than get by. Self-publishing has proven to give many writers a jumping off point in an eventually illustrious career. Some writers actual make their living (and quite a living) as self-published authors. Here’s a list of ten writers who had exceptional success that all began when they self-published their first books. Wool Trilogy by Hugh Howey Howey’s Wool Trilogy began with a short story he self-published through Amazon. He decided to expand on the series and eventually sold it to …
As Thanksgiving approaches, we thought we’d compile a list of some of our favorite Thanksgiving related quotes from writers. All of the hallmarks of the holiday are accounted for here: the joys and difficulty of being among family, historical tracings and criticisms (Mark Twain brings his sarcastic perspective to the table), food, and most importantly the importance of gratitude. After a good dinner one can forgive anybody, even one’s own relations. ?Oscar Wilde, A Woman of No Importance It never takes longer than a few minutes, when they get together, for everyone to revert to the state of nature, …
