Julia Rittenberg
Julia is a professional nerd who can be spotted in the wild lounging with books in the park in Brooklyn, NY. She has a BA in International Studies from the University of Chicago and an MA in Media Studies from Pratt Institute. She loves fandom, theater, cheese, and Edith Piaf. Find her at juliarittenberg.com.
4 Books That Celebrate Growing Up in the Bronx
Julia Rittenberg
January 21, 2019
In tribute to the awesomeness of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, I’ve put together a list of books about the Bronx, her beloved borough.
5 Books To Read For Lasting Life Changes In The New Year
Julia Rittenberg
January 8, 2019
A reader lists some favorite nonfiction books and memoirs for life's larger life goals and perspective for setting New Year's resolutions.
Graphic Biographies and Comics Journalism for the History Nerds
Julia Rittenberg
November 14, 2018
Into visual storytelling and journalism? Check out these insightful and educational graphic biographies and comics journalism.
The Simple Joy of Rereading to Break a Reading Slump
Julia Rittenberg
November 8, 2018
Struggling with the anxiety of keeping up with the buzzy and "Important" books, one reader turned to rereading to enjoy the experience again.