Nikki DeMarco
The inimitable Nikki DeMarco is as well-traveled as she is well-read. Being an enneagram 3, Aries, high school librarian, makes her love for efficiency is unmatched. She lives in Richmond, Virginia, and is passionate about helping teens connect to books. Nikki has an MFA in creative writing, is a TBR bibliologist, and writes for Harlequin, Audible, Kobo, and MacMillan. Since that leaves her so much time, she’s currently working on writing a romance novel, too. Find her on all socials @iamnikkidemarco (Instagram, Twitter, Threads)
8 of the Most Polarizing Romance Novels Ever Written
Nikki DeMarco
March 19, 2024
What's a romance novel you hated that everyone else loves?
What Are The Mental Health Benefits — and Drawbacks — of Reading Goals and Challenges?
Nikki DeMarco
December 22, 2023
What are the mental health impacts—good and bad—of engaging in reading goals and challenges? A look at the science.
The 16 Books Most Commonly Stolen from High School Libraries
Nikki DeMarco
November 7, 2023
The most commonly stolen books from high school libraries follow a pattern: they're usually mystery, poetry, or graphic novel titles.
11 of the Best New Romance Releases Out November 2023
Nikki DeMarco
November 1, 2023
There is something for every kind of romance reader in these new romance releases — from romantasy to cowboy romance.
Excellent Halloween Journals for Haunted Scribbles
Nikki DeMarco
October 10, 2023
Find a perfect selection of Halloween journals, accessories, and prompts for your Halloween bullet journals.
Warm Your Winter With 10 Steamy Hockey Smut Reads
Nikki DeMarco
October 5, 2023
The upcoming long, cold winter days can be instantly turned around with a steamy hockey smut romance. Here are 10 of the best.
Critical Thinking and Books
Nikki DeMarco
September 18, 2023
A reader reflects on critical thinking and books in a time of rampant misinformation because words in a book aren't necessarily true.
Spooky YA Reads to Set the Right Fall Vibe
Nikki DeMarco
September 13, 2023
As the season changes, some people may start gravitating more towards scarier books. Here are spooky YA reads to set the right fall vibe, starting with I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me by Jamison Shea.
Best 17-Month Planners
Nikki DeMarco
September 6, 2023
You don't always have to start reorganizing things in January. With these 17-month planners, you can start right now!
Best YA Books for Back-to-School
Nikki DeMarco
August 30, 2023
These YA books for back to school will help you make sense of the bonkers time. Just don't forget to set your alarm. Start with Promise Boys by Nick Brooks.