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Courtney has been reading and collecting books almost as long as she's been alive. She holds a B.A. in Theatre and Creative Writing. Courtney has been writing with Book Riot since 2019, and is a Bibliologist with TBR: Tailored Book Recommendations. She's currently brainstorming for her next creative project. You can follow her on Instagram.

Your Study Guide to Light Academia

Love dark academia? We'd love to introduce you to the light academia subgenre. Find your guide here.

10 Gothic Steampunk Books to Read by Lamplight

Welcome to the delightful and often bizarre world of gothic steampunk books, where possibilities are explored to the most inconvenient power.

How to Hibernate: Reading to Slow Down, Rest, and Reset

Set aside the lofty reading goals for a while and enjoy what winter is for: hibernating by reading comforting books in a cozy reading nook.

9 Cheerful Books to Chase Away the Winter Blues

Light a pretty candle, buy an ice cream cone, play some ABBA — we’re chasing the winter blues away with these books, like That Time I Got Drunk And Saved A Demon by Kimberly Lemming.

Themes, Tropes, and Types of Dark Academia

Rainy days, black coffee, stacks of books, some murder: let's talk dark academia theme, tropes, and types.

2023 Adaptations to Get Excited About

A look at some of the exciting adaptations 2023 has in store for us, based on books by Elena Ferrante, Octavia E. Butler, and more.

A Thanksgiving Dinner Reading Menu

Before the big Thanksgiving meal, you’ll need a proper reading list. This is not your ordinary lis: think of it as a menu for reading.

A Baker’s Dozen of Cookbooks from Great British Bake Off Alums

Enjoy this baker's dozen of excellent cookbooks from recent Great British Bake Off alums, from show-stopping cakes to everyday bakes.

The Best New Witchy Romances for Autumn

Stir a cup of Baba Yaga, a dash of Sabrina, and a pinch of folk tradition in a cauldron with some Cupid to get these witchy romances, including Witcha Gonna Do by Avery Flynn !

The Portrait in the Attic: How Horror Mirrors Society

People have always used stories to explore societal fears. Here's how horror and society have shaped each other in the western world.