When it comes to Claire Cook’s books, I have this tendency to shut out the rest of the world from the minute I start page one, and I’m pretty much unable to do anything but read, read, read until I finish the last word. The voice, the characters and the plot are so engaging that … More Must Love Dogs: Bark and Roll Forever — A Summer Must-Read
If you’ve been following me on Facebook (or my trusty assistant, Riggins, on Twitter), you’ll know that we have been road tripping down the East Coast, which is why our posts have been scarce this month. Of course, all of this travelling means more time for reading, and more time for thinking about my favorite … More Literary Hunk of May: George Emerson
A sure sign of a great book is when I have a hard time remembering that the characters are fictional, when I find myself thinking about them and wondering about their well-being, long after I’ve finished the final chapter. Robin Antalek’s The Grown Ups is just that kind of book. The Grown Ups spans more … More Robin Antalek’s “The Grown Ups” (and why grown ups of all ages must read it)
For as far back as I can remember, Audrey Hepburn has been one of my greatest heroes. She was uniquely herself, she was an incredible humanitarian, and she made some of the best films of all time. I could spend all day watching and talking about her movies (and, quite often, I have), but … More 10 Lessons “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” Taught Us
The most celebrated holiday of the year has finally arrived! No, I’m not talking about May Day. I’m clearly referring to Jamie Fraser’s birthday! There are so many ways we can honor Himself, and none of them feel quite adequate. I mean, this is the man who has ruined all other men for Outlander fans … More Happy Birthday, Jamie Fraser!! The Twelve Best Jamies of the Season (So Far…)
Is anyone tired of April showers yet? Well, I know one guy who is all about that rain because it allows him to swoop in, looking all dashing and heroic, saving young maidens and their twisted ankles when they stumble down mud-soaked hills. Is he a bit of a devil? Absolutely, but I’ve always had … More Literary Hunk of April: Willoughby of Allenham
Jane Eyre is without a doubt one of my favorite fictional characters of all time. She’s resilient, kind, and a bit of a spitfire. No matter what she’s going through or how emotionally fraught she is, she manages to keep on being awesome, driving her life with her own inner strength. I love that about … More Jane Eyre’s Life in Pop Songs
Something happened to me last week. I fell madly, madly in love—the kind of love that you can’t stop thinking about, can’t stop talking about, and seriously can’t get enough of. The object of my affection? The Precious One, the new novel by bestselling author Marisa de los Santos. The Precious One tells the story … More The Precious One – One You Can’t Miss
It’s National Siblings Day! In the moments when I haven’t been posting embarrassing adorable pictures of my brother (and myself, fair’s fair) on Facebook, I’ve been thinking a lot about the best siblings in literature. There are so many, from Outlander’s Jamie and Jenny to Beverly Cleary’s Beezus and Ramona, and I could probably spend … More The March Sisters: The Best Fictional Siblings Around
When you ask people to describe Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series, you usually hear something along the lines of this: “Well, it’s historical fiction…but there’s a lot of action and adventure…oh, and there’s time travel, which kind of makes it fantasy…and it’s sooooo romantic…#JamieFraser4life!” Like anything groundbreaking and perfectly brilliant, Outlander is pretty hard to define. … More What Makes “Outlander” So Wonderful? Everything.
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