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Katisha is a former military brat who studied engineering because she couldn’t hack it as a writer. You can find her on the internets talking books, movies, pop culture, beauty or whatever is floating her boat at the moment.

The Perfect Personalized Plates For Your Bookish Car

I might be alone on this one, but I have never been a fan of personalized license plates. Of course ...

Literary Tourism: Accra, Ghana

One of the best experiences during my time in college was studying abroad in Ghana. Although I spent a day ...

Quiz: Which Banned Book Should You Read Next?

In recognition of Banned Books Week starting September 23rd, this quiz recommends a banned book from a writer born in September.

12 More Picture Books to Ease those First Day of School Jitters

Last year, we shared 10 amazing picture books that hopefully eased the fears and worries of the kids starting school ...

The 10 Children’s Books You Need to Create Lifelong Book Lovers

Celebrate Book Lovers Day tomorrow with these children's books that will create lifelong bookworms.

The 7 Books Coming to a Theater Near You in August

Sound the alarms, fellow bibliophiles! August is bringing some much anticipated adaptations, which means it’s time for the movie to ...

The August Birthday Reading Challenge

Complete the August Birthday Reading Challenge by reading this list of books written by authors born in August. Which will you read first?

7 Fairy Tale Retellings to Read If You Miss ONCE UPON A TIME

Has the end of ONCE UPON A TIME left a hole in your heart? Fill it with these books.

12 Hallmark-Worthy Literary Quotes About Fatherhood

Celebrate Father's Day with these literary quotes about fatherhood (just in case you need something to write in those cards).

18 Books to Celebrate Black Music Month

Celebrate Black Music Month with these excellent books about black musicians, singers, and entertainers, for children and adult readers.