Tika writes from her home office in Pittsburgh, PA, accompanied by 3 grey cats and many, many plants. When not plonking away on a keyboard, she can be found painting, knitting, gardening, and casting the occasional spell or two -- all usually accompanied by a glass of wine.
What role does the aunt play in literature? A look at aunts of literary history and why they're such great characters.
Gather 'round, fellow gossipers, as we discuss the literary tea surrounding Dracula. The real inspiration for the iconic vamp will shock you.
This year's World Fantasy Awards were announced this weekend. Check out the winners across each category.
During lockdown, I decided to try my hand at learning to draw and paint as a total beginner, using books as my guide. Here's how it went.
The fascinating history of Emily Post, woman behind etiquette guides and so much more — and why she deserves a biopic ASAP.
Whether you're missing a favorite restaurant or spicing up your home cooking routine, local cookbooks are a great addition to your shelves.
To celebrate the ties that bind Alaskans and Hawai'ians, here are some of the best books by Native Alaskan and Hawai'ian authors, including The Tao of Raven by Ernestine Hayes and Hawaii's Story by Hawaii's Queen by Queen Liliuokalani.
Deck your body, your novels, and your home with these outstanding bookish romance goods.
An explanation of Samhain and how it differs from Halloween, with reading suggestions to learn more about this holiday.
Read your way into some spectacular fantasy reads inspired by Japan and Japanese culture.