Most of us readers grew with paper books in our hands rather than in our phones. We got in trouble for reading too late instead of playing video games until 2 am. We strained our young eyes, forcing many of us to join the cult of glasses-wearers. We poured over book after book, because it was our job. Consuming every word was our religion. These books are sure to bring back some memories of those late nights in our youth. Where The Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein These quirky poems made such an impact that they’ve now become tattoos. The …
From Our Friends at BookSparks Did you watch “Stranger Things” on Netflix? Did you tear through it? Were you left wanting more? Then check out one of these books, sure to leave you riveted. Filled with the supernatural and extraterrestrial, normal people in bizarre circumstances, and a tinge of nostalgia, these books are must reads for anyone looking for stranger things… The Alienation of Courtney Hoffman by Brady Stefani Book Buttons Embed ISBN: 9781940716343 Despite her wishes to the contrary, Courtney is far from an ordinary teenager. More than the bizarre tattoo her grandfather gave her as a child, Courtney is surrounded by strange …
From Our Friends at BookSparks Did you watch “Stranger Things” on Netflix? Did you tear through it? Were you left wanting more? Then check out one of these books, sure to leave you riveted. Filled with the supernatural and extraterrestrial, normal people in bizarre circumstances, and a tinge of nostalgia, these books are must reads for anyone looking for stranger things… The Alienation of Courtney Hoffman by Brady Stefani Book Buttons Embed ISBN: 9781940716343 Despite her wishes to the contrary, Courtney is far from an ordinary teenager. More than the bizarre tattoo her grandfather gave her as a child, Courtney is surrounded …
Everyone grieves differently. There are no right words to express the feeling of loss, or to tell someone who is bereaving. I have lost people in my life, and while sometimes all you can do is sit and feel your grief, I have found reading to be both helpful and meditative. There are so many philosophical works that offer helpful perceptive and insight. Sometimes, the most important thing is to feel like you’re not alone. Novels, short stories, poetry, and memoirs exploring loss and the process of mourning can be some of the best ways of feeling connected. Here’s a …
We’ve discussed what books to pair with your favorite pop stars and other great book and song pairings. For those who love classic rock and literature, you’ll be happy to know that some of the most popular artists of the 20th century wrote and recorded songs that were inspired by their favorite novels. It might shock you just how many. 1984 inspired Bowie and Radiohead Image courtesy of MixMag What do David Bowie and George Orwell have in common? They both wrote something titled “1984” but did you know that Bowie’s song was inspired by Orwell’s novel? It was written …
