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Tika Viteri

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 Makes Successful Poetry?

What makes poetry successful? Is there a difference between "best" and "best-selling?" A deep dive into the world of poetry.

Dolly Parton and James Patterson Team Up To Write Run Rose Run

Ever dreamed of reading a book by Dolly Parton? Dream no more, as Dolly Parton is writing a book, adding to her literary endeavors.

Your Guide to New Marvel Movies and TV in 2021 and 2022

As this list of new Marvel movies and TV shows highlight one thing is completely clear: Disney and Marvel have a lot of stories left to tell.

Reader, It Blew My Mind: The Legacy of Jane Eyre

Reflecting on a 100-level British Lit college course that blew her mind, one reader dives into the lasting legacy of Jane Eyre.

School Librarian Population Declines by 20% In Last Decade

A new study shows 20% drop in school librarians, and it's the schools that need them the most that are losing them.

Mix Up a Mocktail and Read These 9 Books About Prohibition

Prepare your favorite drink to sip while you peruse these books about the Jazz Age, temperance, and prohibition.

I Haven’t Read Books by Cis-Het White Men for Years. I Don’t Miss Anything.

By putting aside books by cis-het white men, this reader discovered new authors, genres, and titles that don't get as much publicity.

The Mysterious Origins of Sherlock Holmes

Did he leap fully-formed like Athena from the brain of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, or was Sherlock Holmes a real person, or based on one?

DIY Book Nook Shelf Inserts to Liven Up Your Bookcases

Book nooks are book-sized inserts that are essentially mini-dioramas. These are some of my favorite DIY book nook shelf inserts!

Diana Gabaldon’s Next Outlander Novel Gets A Cover And A Release Date

At last! We have a cover and release date for Diana Gabaldon's next Outlander novel, GO TELL THE BEES THAT I'M GONE.