Visit Ireland through the pages of a book! These classic books set in Ireland will give you a taste of Irish culture, history, and landscape. I’ve included both Irish novels and short story collections in this sampling of classic Irish fiction. I know a lot more about English and Scottish literature than I do about […]
Classic Books Becoming Movies and Miniseries in 2020
It’s time to read these classic novels before they become movies and TV series in 2020! This year’s page-to-screen adaptations pay homage to literary greats like Jane Austen, Jack London, C. S. Forester, and Daphne du Maurier. Each year, dozens of books get movie and TV adaptations. It’s fascinating to watch stories transfer from one […]
4th Annual Book Oscars (my reading year in review)
I’m reviewing my 2019 reading year by passing out “Book Oscars” to books that were a big win for me in various genres and categories. Hope you find some good inspiration from this list as you compile your own TBR! Each new year, it’s my custom to reflect on my past reading year by awarding […]
Real-Life Ways to Read More When You Have Young Children at Home
It IS possible to find time to read for fun…even when you have young children at home! Here’s exactly how I fit reading time into my day as a busy mom. See if any of these reading slots will work for you! Make more time for reading as a busy mom Moms of young kids, […]
Banned Books Week: Yay or Nay?
Banned Books Week gets national recognition each year. But is book censorship really a national issue? Here’s one book blogger’s take on Banned Books Week and the hype surrounding it. This week marks the annual Banned Books Week, founded in 1982 and promoted by the American Library Association. The goal of Banned Books Week is […]
Terrible Book Covers: Hilariously Bad Book Covers of Your Favourite Classic Novels
When you need a good laugh, check out these cringe-worthy, terrible book covers! These are the classics like you’ve never seen…or read! Terrible Book Covers for Classic Novels Publishers–and individuals–are constantly churning out new editions of the classics. Many classics are in the public domain, so anyone can repackage them and try to earn a […]
17 Classic Novels to Read Based on Your Mood
There’s a book for every mood! Here’s a list of novels to read based on your mood, whether you want romance, humor, tragedy, or anything in between. These mood-based reading recommendations will help you decide exactly what to read next. Classic Books to Suit Every Mood There are lots of ways to choose which book […]
The Fastest Way to Get Back into Reading Books (When You’ve Lost the Habit)
Do you miss reading? Here’s how to get back into reading books. Get out of a reading rut and embrace your inner bookworm again with these four tips. Get back into the habit of reading Ten years ago I entered a Literary Dark Ages in my reading life. On average, I’d read about six books […]
The Ultimate Guide to Anne of Green Gables Film Adaptations
Wondering what version of Anne of Green Gables you should watch? Here are eight surviving film adaptations of Anne, from big-screen productions, to anime, to T.V. movies and miniseries. I’ve given a mini review for each plus a star rating to help you decide which is the best version of Anne of Green Gables! Over […]
7 Underrated Classic Books That Should Be Made into Movies
These classic books have been ignored by filmmakers long enough! Here are 7 classic novels that would make fantastic movies or miniseries. Some of these books are better suited to the big screen, others to TV, but all of them need to be filmed! Why do filmmakers keep adapting the same classic books over and […]
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