We’ve noticed a resurgence of interest in essays the past few years. Ross Gay, Rachel Cusk, Jia Tolentino and others have published...

It’s the time of year when a day at the beach calls out. But, what is it that makes a book a beach read? We think it gives you an escape...

It’s time for spring and summer reads! Here are a selection of books we are most excited about that are being released in the next three...

If every head of state and every government official spent an hour a day reading poetry we'd live in a much more humane and decent world....

Reading poetry is an adventure in renewal, a creative act, a perpetual beginning, a rebirth of wonder. ~ Edward Hirsch We're not shy...

It’s a big world out there, full of creativity all over the globe. We are always looking to expand our horizons and yours. To help us do...

It's Spring Break week, time for goofing off and going to the beach. It's the time to take a break from school, whether remote or in...

A well-read woman is a dangerous creature. In honor of Women’s History Month, here is a selection of staff picks written by women...

“With freedom, books, flowers, and the moon, who could not be happy?” ~ Oscar Wilde It's the time of year when Florida bursts into bloom....

Are you looking for something new to read? These 6 debut authors offer fresh voices and viewpoints. Deemed writers to watch in 2021,...

What have Doug and Elsie been reading lately? Doug read Snow by John Banville. Here's what he had to say: There is nothing like...

Is there a better way to express love than poetry? Give your love the gift of a poem and your Valentine’s Day will be beautiful. All...

With so many TV shows, video games, and other things to do, how can we help kids get excited about picking up a book—and continue reading...

No matter what else 2021 brings, one thing we know for sure is that it will be full of wonderful new books! Here are some that we are...

Andrea writes: Connie Ogle, a writer for the Miami Herald, posed a question on Facebook after the devastating events in the U.S Capital...

What have Doug and Andrea been reading lately? Doug read Dearly by Margaret Atwood. Here's what he had to say: For someone who has...

Both Doug and Andrea love to write up mini-reviews of books they read. For a new occasional feature, we’ll be sharing a few of their...

As the year winds down, perhaps you are struggling to meet your reading goal challenge. Some of us may have read more during these...

Mysteries to Die For is one of our longest-running, most popular book clubs. Even in these the pandemic times, the book club meets once a...

Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough....