4 Books to Spark Creativity
In 2008, I graduated from college with a fresh degree in creative writing, a dream of becoming the youngest American novelist, and a pile of…
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3 Rituals That Take Reading to the Next Level
For one reason or another, I love setting creative standards for various aspects of my life. My criteria for a five-star recipe: healthy, delicious, inexpensive,…
5 Books to Love this Valentine’s Day
The love in your life doesn’t have to be defined by a romantic partner. The ancient Greeks had four, six, seven, or even eight different…
What ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Taught Me About Love
When I first read Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” back in high school, I remember realizing that I’d found something special. It wasn’t just that…
Fictional Characters Who Inspired Me Growing Up
When I was a little girl, I always had my nose in a book. There was something exciting about immersing myself in another world through…
How to Fall in Love With Reading Again
As a kid, I could read for hours on end and still get annoyed when my mom interrupted me saying it was time for dinner.…
Top 5 Beach Reads to Enjoy During the Dog Days of Summer
As an avid bookworm, there’s nothing I love more than sitting in the sunshine with a good read. If you’re looking for a great book…
5 Spiritual Memoirs to Rekindle Your Faith
There are times when my faith could use a little boost. As much as I value my regular practices of devotion, they can become a…
How to Read More Books in 2018
I love the feel of a book in my hands and the scent my nose picks up while I turn the pages. Reading clears my…
Curl Up with a Good Book This Winter
Colder weather + darker days = more time indoors. That’s why the winter months are among my favorite for curling up with a good book…
