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Isabelle Popp

Isabelle Popp has written all sorts of things, ranging from astrophysics research articles and math tests to crossword puzzles and poetry. These days she's writing romance. When she's not reading or writing, she's probably knitting or scouring used book stores for vintage gothic romance paperbacks. Originally from New York, she's as surprised as anyone that she lives in Bloomington, Indiana.

10 of the Best Books about Octopuses. Or Octopi. Or Octopodes. Whatever You Call Them.

However you want to think about the octopus, be it through the lens of body horror, cognitive science, or even cuisine, there’s a book for you.

15 Unique Book Editions That Make Perfect Gifts

Even if you already a book, you *may* want its special edition version. They are that pretty!

What is Horromance?

With the rise of genre portmanteaus like romantasy, it's time to explore the world of horromance. Yes, that's horror and romance. Yes, it works.

12 of the Best Award-Winning Romance Novels

Whether you're new to the genre or a lifelong fan, you can't go wrong picking up these award-winning romance novels!

Why is Nonfiction Rare on TikTok?

Why do there seem to be so few nonfiction BookTokers?

How to Start Reading Nonfiction

Never been a big reader of true stories but want to change that? Here's how to start reading nonfiction.

20 Must-Read Cozy Fantasy Books

Grab a cuppa and a blanket before diving into the best cozy fantasy books to read! We've got adult and YA titles for your reading pleasure.

10 Insta-Love Romance Books that Prove Love at First Sight is Real

If you believe in love at first sight, you’ll find a book here that sets your heart aflutter in these insta-love romance books!

Around the World in Cat Cryptids, from Alaska to Zanzibar

Today we take a trip through the alphabet and around the world, finding cryptid cats in lands far and wide.

How to Create a Fellowship of the Traveling Book

A traveling book moves through a group of readers, acquiring annotations along the way, capturing a conversation between its pages.