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2021: In Memoriam, The Writers We Say Farewell To

Maria Oum – December 31, 2021
Before the year ends, we look back and remember the writers we lost this year. We dedicate a moment in...
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6 Amazing Books To Learn All About Kwanzaa

Dhaara Thakkar – December 27, 2021
Kwanzaa is an opportunity for African-Americans to celebrate themselves and their history. And to celebrate this beautiful festival, we made...
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Writer And Journalist Joan Didion Dead At 87

Maria Oum – December 23, 2021
One of America's finest writers, Joan Didion, has passed away from complications of Parkinson's disease. She was 87-years-old.
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‘Snow White’ Disney Movie Teaches Girls Inner Beauty

Gabrielle Maya – December 21, 2021
Disney's first animated princess movie, 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs', can teach girls that inner beauty is what's important...
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Poetry Collections That Feel Like Winter

Maria Oum – December 21, 2021
The December chill is well underway, so warm and cozy up with these poetry collections to forget about (or maybe...
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The Biggest Bookish News Featured in 2021

Sophie Bair – December 17, 2021
How is 2021 almost over? It has been one heck of a ride, so let's recap 5 of the top...
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Author & Activist bell hooks Passes Away At 69

Alicia Aldridge – December 15, 2021
Author, feminist, and social activist bell hooks passed away on December 15 at the age of 69. Her book 'Ain't...
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5 Facts About Shirley Jackson Hardcore Horror Fans May Not Know

Kathryn Milschewski – December 14, 2021
For her birthday, we've got to celebrate the wonderfully weird world of Shirley Jackson.
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A People’s Poet, James Wright

Maria Oum – December 13, 2021
On his 94th birthday, let's delve deeper into the talent of James Wright and his lasting impact on the American...
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Library Denied Funding: Patrons Provide Amidst Hate

Kathryn Milschewski – December 6, 2021
Politicians may fail to see the value of the LGBTQ+ community or a library, but the residents of Fulton County,...

Book Culture

Bookstr’s 10 Best Poetry Collections Of 2021
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Bookstr’s 10 Best Poetry Collections Of 2021

Maria Oum – December 31, 2021
If you cannot find the words to describe 2021, let these poets do it for you. Here are Bookstr's top...
10 Best Adaptations Of 2021: Movies And Series
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10 Best Adaptations Of 2021: Movies And Series

Akriti Kanodia – December 31, 2021
With 2021 coming to an end, let us see the adaptations that gave full justice to their books. The best...
2021: In Memoriam, The Writers We Say Farewell To
Author's Corner Book Culture

2021: In Memoriam, The Writers We Say Farewell To

Maria Oum – December 31, 2021
Before the year ends, we look back and remember the writers we lost this year. We dedicate a moment in...
Tom Riddle Quotes We Won’t Forget
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Tom Riddle Quotes We Won’t Forget

Gabrielle Maya – December 31, 2021
To commemorate the birthday of Tom Riddle, Voldemort, we have five lenghty quotes in the Harry Potter movies that will...
5 Bookish Adaptations We Can’t Wait For In 2022
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5 Bookish Adaptations We Can’t Wait For In 2022

Dhaara Thakkar – December 30, 2021
Come 2022, our TBRs and watch-lists are going to be brimming with good content!

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10 Best Adaptations Of 2021: Movies And Series
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10 Best Adaptations Of 2021: Movies And Series

Akriti Kanodia – December 31, 2021
With 2021 coming to an end, let us see the adaptations that gave full justice to their books. The best...
Tom Riddle Quotes We Won’t Forget
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Tom Riddle Quotes We Won’t Forget

Gabrielle Maya – December 31, 2021
To commemorate the birthday of Tom Riddle, Voldemort, we have five lenghty quotes in the Harry Potter movies that will...
5 Bookish Adaptations We Can’t Wait For In 2022
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5 Bookish Adaptations We Can’t Wait For In 2022

Dhaara Thakkar – December 30, 2021
Come 2022, our TBRs and watch-lists are going to be brimming with good content!
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Return to Hogwarts Behind-The-Scenes and Cast First Look

Emily Gumal – December 30, 2021
A mere 24 hours (depending on where you live) hours from the premiere of Harry Potter: Return to Hogwarts, fans...
Festive Drinks Paired With The Perfect Holiday Reads
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Festive Drinks Paired With The Perfect Holiday Reads

Dhaara Thakkar – December 30, 2021
Fairy lights? Check. Festive drink? Check! A cozy spot by the window? Aaand we're good to go!

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Bookstr’s 10 Best Poetry Collections Of 2021

Maria Oum – December 31, 2021
If you cannot find the words to describe 2021, let these poets do it for you. Here are Bookstr's top...
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6 Amazing Books To Learn All About Kwanzaa

Dhaara Thakkar – December 27, 2021
Kwanzaa is an opportunity for African-Americans to celebrate themselves and their history. And to celebrate this beautiful festival, we made...
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Stephenie Meyer has Written Two Amazing YA Books

Gabrielle Maya – December 24, 2021
Stephenie Meyer is mostly known for her 'Twilight Saga', however let's keep in mind about the two other renowned books...
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Writer And Journalist Joan Didion Dead At 87

Maria Oum – December 23, 2021
One of America's finest writers, Joan Didion, has passed away from complications of Parkinson's disease. She was 87-years-old.
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5 Dazzling Retellings To Celebrate Jane Austen’s ‘Emma’

Alicia Aldridge – December 23, 2021
Jane Austen's novels may be 200 years old, but the stories she created are timeless. In honor of 'Emma,' here...
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6 Yule Books That’ll Give You All the Winter Feels This Solstice

Dhaara Thakkar – December 22, 2021
'Tis the season to go get some nice books, and curl up with a cuppa.
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‘High Class Homos’: Can Two Gay Royals Find True Love?

Gabrielle Maya – December 22, 2021
'High Class Homos' is a Webtoon comedy about two gay royals trying to find love.
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Daily Jo Jo: The Everyday Life Routine of Coworkers

Gabrielle Maya – December 22, 2021
Need an easy comic strip Webtoon that offers a slice of life with office workers? 'Daily Jo Jo' is about...
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Where Puzzles And Crosswords Collide- 3 Crossword Mysteries

Reet Arora – December 21, 2021
As the pandemic continues, check out these books of crossword puzzles so you can solve mysteries or pass some time.
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Bookstr’s 10 Best Books Of 2021

Maria Oum – December 21, 2021
We know 2021 was a wonderful year in books; there were so many great reads this year. Here are the...
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Bookish Anomalies: 5 Books That You Won’t Believe Exist

Caden Ide – December 21, 2021
These 5 books you must see to believe! From un-becoming your parents to building a time machine, these are the...
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A Determined, A Nostalgic, And A Desire Filled Christmas – Three To Read

Talia McRoberts – December 21, 2021
Looking for some Christmas-inspired classics to read by a roaring fire? Then you’ll love this week's Three to Read Christmas...
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National Short Story Day: Five Books On Crafting Short Stories

Gabrielle Maya – December 21, 2021
Today is National Short Story Day! If you are having trouble with writing short stories, here are five books to...
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Bookstr’s Top 10 Book Covers Of 2021

Alicia Aldridge – December 21, 2021
Our 2021 TBR list was full of amazing stories, but what stood out most were their amazing covers. It may...
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Poetry Collections That Feel Like Winter

Maria Oum – December 21, 2021
The December chill is well underway, so warm and cozy up with these poetry collections to forget about (or maybe...
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BookTok: Recommending Colleen Hoover

Sophie Bair – December 20, 2021
Merry (almost) Christmas! Today on BookTok we are offering some recommendations featuring some novels by Colleen Hoover.
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Barack Obama And His Favorite Reads Of 2021

Maria Oum – December 17, 2021
Former U.S. President Barack Obama shares the annual list of his pop culture favorites of the year, and what matters...
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Ten Canadian Children’s Books We Recommend for the Holiday

Gabrielle Maya – December 17, 2021
Today is National Maple Syrup Day, Maple Syrup has been made fresh from Canada since the early 1800s. To honor...
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5 Books About Greenland: Not The North Pole But Close Enough

Caden Ide – December 15, 2021
Greenland is not at the North Pole, but it meets all other criteria. Despite freezing temperatures and polar bears, it...
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Underrated Gems Of The Book World

Reet Arora – December 15, 2021
I can't pick between organizing my book lists and herding cats, they're equally uncooperative and keep slipping away. Here are...

Quizzes

Wanted: Have You Seen this Narnia Villain?

How well do you know the Chronicles of Narnia? Can you match these classic novels with their infamous villains?
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Which Weasley Said What?

There's a lot of iconic characters in the Weasley family, but can you keep track of them all? Guess which...
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How Well Do You Remember ‘A Storm of Swords’?

'A Storm of Swords' was first released twenty-one years ago today in the United Kingdom! How well do you remember...
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Which Character is Your Drinking Buddy?

Happy International Beer Day! Today's no fun unless you have someone to share your pint with, so take this quiz...
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So You Think You Know Harry Potter?

Put down your wand and test your knowledge of the books, movies and characters of the famed Harry Potter fantasy...
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Pick a Houseplant and We’ll Pick Your Next Book

Are you barely keeping your succulents alive? Or are you hunting for propagations of the latest trending plant? Either way,...
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Which Celebrity Wrote Which Wellness Book?

If you know celebrities struggle with things like mental health you probably love their books, this quiz will test your...
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What Do You Know About Your Literary Gurus?

Guru Purnima is on the way, so lets honor those who teach us, by taking this fandom expansive trivia quiz.
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Which Harry Potter Character Are You Based On Your Junk Food Preferences?

If there is something that differentiates the Harry Potter universe from other fictional worlds, it's the prevalence of junk food....
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Which Ice Cream Soda You Should Make Based on Your Book Choices

Not only is it ice cream month, but today is ice cream soda day! Take this quiz to find out...
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Can You Guess the Book Title From the Emojis?

Considering the limitless ways emojis can be arranged, they offer some unique and bookish implications. See if you can guess...
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Which Slurpee Flavor Are You Based On Your Book Opinions?

July 11th is National Free Slurpee Day so take this quiz to determine which Slurpee you are, based on your...
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Who Said It? – How Well Do You Know Your Favorite Gossip Girl Characters?

Spotted: Gossip Girl Reboot premiering on HBO Max today, July 8!
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Who Said It? ‘Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban’

Here is a quiz featuring ten quotes from 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.' Can you correctly answer who...
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Can You Guess The Banned Book By Its Memorable Quote?

So many amazing books have been banned over the decades. How many quotes and books do you recognize?
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Who Said It?: ‘Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets’

Can you correctly determine which character said each of the following fifteen quotes from 'Harry Potter and the Chamber of...
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When Did Ron Weasley Say These Iconic Lines?

Think you're pretty familiar with Ron’s quotes? Then take this quiz to see if you can correctly answer when Ron...
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Which Eclipse Character Are You?

Twilighters, today is the 11th anniversary of the movie adaptation of Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer. Let's celebrate the Eclipse release...
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Which Fictional World Do You Belong In?

Author create such beautiful and exciting worlds for us to fall in love with. What if all they were real,...
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Who Said It: Gandalf the Grey or Albus Dumbledore?

Can you guess which wizard said each of the following 15 quotes from 'The Lord of the Rings' or the...
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Events

Bookstr Talks: Live With Author C. B. Lee
10 Aug 2021

Bookstr Talks: Live With Author C. B. Lee

@bookstrofficial is hosting an Instagram Live interview with author C.B. Lee on her book A Clash Of Steel: A Treasure...
Booktoker Of The Week Event: Live With Selene
29 Jul 2021

Booktoker Of The Week Event: Live With Selene

After two successful Instagram live sessions, we’re back yet again this Friday, with another BookToker of the week — Selene, who...
Booktoker Of The Week Event: Live With Faye
20 Jul 2021

Booktoker Of The Week Event: Live With Faye

Social Media has dramatically transformed how we make decisions. With the rise of influencers, people like you and me also...
For The Love Of Horror – Free, Virtual Author Event With Darcy Coates
02 Feb 2021

For The Love Of Horror – Free, Virtual Author Event With Darcy Coates

This literary amalgamation of fun, games, and author wisdom will allow dialogue for book lovers on an otherwise barren winter...
Bookstr Talks: Facebook Live With Burt Weissbourd
17 Nov 2020

Bookstr Talks: Facebook Live With Burt Weissbourd

Bookstr fam, do we have a treat for you! Author, screenwriter and movie producer Burt Weissbourd is joining us for...
Scary Stories – A Free, Spooktacular Virtual Event
08 Oct 2020

Scary Stories – A Free, Spooktacular Virtual Event

Register now for a spooktacular evening! Join this unique event to learn the art of writing from an award-winning author...

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