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13 Books to Read If You Loved Crimson Peak

Loved Crimson Peak but don't know where to start book-wise? We've got you covered.

The Truth: A Three-Star Review Is Not a Bad Review

Authors should calm down about getting a three-star review, because the truth is that a three-star review is just fine.

Will the Real Irene Adler Please Step Forward

Who was the real-life inspiration for "the woman," Irene Adler?

Guillermo del Toro’s Favourite Books

The cult film director, Guillermo del Toro, has some spooky suggestions for your TBR. Ready to get to them immediately? Read on.

Nicholas Sparks: Thou Art My Nemesis

A Rioter congratulates Nicholas Sparks on his most recent publication. Sort of.

Some Like It Hot: The Literary Function of Sex Scenes in Romance

A discussion of the point of sex scenes in romance novels.

How To Weed Your Bookshelves

Downsizing your personal book collection is hard. Here's one method of weeding your books and keeping it going.

Amazon Alternatives

Alternatives to Amazon's bookish offerings

Surprises Found In Library Books

Please support your library and don't return books wrapped in underwear.

Five Tips For Reading Aloud To Your Partner

Tips for starting a new tradition with your partner!