20 Inspiring Book Sculptures
In 2010, a number of anonymous book sculptures began to appear around Edinburgh. They were left as gifts in libraries, museums and cultural institutions, attached to brief notes that said some variety of “thank you.” The artist is still anonymous, but the artwork continues to amaze and inspire. Book sculpting isn’t just a Scottish phenomenon. Check out some […]
Abandoned Libraries Will Break Your Book-Loving Heart
Few places are as chilling as abandoned libraries. Despair, Inc. could certainly use them to demotivate writers. If you’re like me, you may be wondering how a library even becomes abandoned? I mean, if you’re going to abandon a library how about you just give it to me instead. It’s always been my dream to live […]
5 Suggestions for Choosing the Best Cookbook
The cookbook section of the bookstore seems too large. Its size is baffling when one considers how nearly all recipes are on websites or in magazines alongside ‘handy tips’ for color-coordinating the kitchen and dining room tablecloth. Why would one purchase a cookbook with these other options? Is it tradition? Tangibility? The attractive photographs? It […]
Good Books About Organizing
Looking for some motivation and inspiration to get your home more organized and functional? Organizing your home can feel overwhelming, but these great books can help you learn techniques that will work for you. It won’t be easy, but you will learn how to break tasks up into manageable steps so that you can have […]
7 Dangers of Reading
You were probably systematically encouraged to read books straight after learning your ABC’s and the word ‘cat.’ Maybe that encouragement was necessary for your academic development, but for those of us who love reading naturally, reading too much can pose dangers that Reading Rainbow never mentioned. If you’re a heavy reader, take a moment to consider these […]
How to Create a Relaxing Reading Space
If you’re a book lover, you’ve probably always dreamed of having a cozy library where you can curl up and lose yourself in a good book. When done right, a library or reading nook can be the most wonderful space for you to relax, unwind, and enjoy your favorite books. Whether you have a whole […]
6 Tips for Keeping Your Books and TBR List Organized
Love to read? Me too! I love to read everything and anything I can get my hands on. My life is a never-ending cycle of collecting book recommendations and books faster than I can read and organize them. Keeping my books in order is pretty much the bain of my existence. So, if you’re like […]
How to Set Up a Daily Reading Aloud Time with Your Child
There can never be enough emphasis put on the importance of reading. The benefits are endless, and there really is a genre for every taste. For adults, reading helps relieve stress, helps mental stimulation, grows your knowledge and expands your analytical thinking skills. Kids also enjoy all these benefits, as well as having their imagination […]
The 10 Best Love Poems
She Walks in Beauty, Lord Byron (1788-1824) Considered many as the most romantic poem in all of the English literature, Byron’s words are hauntingly beautiful. The simple imagery of the woman’s charm and her undying elegance make this poem both accessible and timeless. If you’ve ever wondered why Byron makes it into countless proposals and […]
Can You Guess These Popular Books from My Childhood Based on What I Think I Remember About Them?
The other day I finally moved into a home that was big enough for me to haul my old book collection out of my mom’s basement. As I was excitedly looking through the boxes I keep telling my husband, “This book was the best! I loved this book!” Then he started asking me things back […]