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A Case for All Points of View

What's wrong with a preferred point of view for reading novels? A case for considering the purpose behind a point of view.

Tips and Tricks for Doing a Reading Year-in-Review

Taking some time before the new year to reflect on your reading will change your reading life for the better.

What Murder Mysteries Get Wrong about Gardens and Poisonous Plants

Murder mysteries and gardens go together like icing and cake. But what ways to mysteries different from the real world?

When Eye-Reading Just Isn’t Working

Here are some ways to keep reading when your eyes just don't want to cooperate, even if you don’t have access to audiobook versions.

Should Historical Fiction Have Modern Sensibilities, Or Stick To Its Time?

Should historical fiction stick to the views and opinions of the time, or provide a modern perspective? Here are the pros and cons.

5 Tips for Giving Better Bookish Gifts

Stop trying to make everyone read your favorites.

Authors and Bookish Accounts to Follow on Bluesky

If you're curious about the book scene on Bluesky, or want to curate your experience, here are some accounts to follow.

How Dungeons & Dragons Can Help Members of The Neurodivergent Community

A neurodivergent librarian talks about the ways Dungeons and Dragons has helped him with understanding and accepting himself.

Secrets of the Mega Book Series of the ’80s and ’90s

Series like the Baby-Sitters Club and Animorphs produced dozens — sometimes hundreds — of books in the '90s. How did they do it?

What Not To Say to Bookstore Employees

Let's unpack the psyche behind the shelf. Here are a few things to avoid saying to bookstore employees — from a former bookseller.