These terrible Anne of Green Gables book covers absolutely do not capture the soul of L. M. Montgomery’s novels. But they are hilarious. Enjoy a good laugh! It’s time for another round of bad book covers! I found so many that I couldn’t include them all in my first bad book covers post. Apparently, there’s a plethora of people who… Keep Reading

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 to draw attention to censorship… Keep Reading

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 buck or two by offering… Keep Reading

Nancy Drew solved mysteries…and in the process taught us how to face life with curiosity and class. Read on for eleven timeless life lessons from everyone’s favourite titian-haired amateur sleuth. Like many girls in the 90s (and for that matter, the previous six decades!) I grew up reading Nancy Drew. My library sported a long row of the classic yellow-bound… Keep Reading

These Anne of Green Gables inspired gifts make the perfect present for any fan of L. M. Montgomery’s novels. Put them on your own wish list or gift them to a kindred spirit! More often than not, we bookworms are proud of the books we love. I’m happy to identify myself as a fan of Dickens…Charlotte Bronte…Agatha Christie…Louisa May Alcott…. Keep Reading

There’s a lot to love about the mystery genre, but sometimes mystery novels and detective fiction can be pretty problematic, too. Here’s where this genre flourishes, and where it fails. Guest post by Katherine Ladny Mitchell The first time I read a yellow-bound Nancy Drew novel, it was not love at first sight. I simply couldn’t keep up with all… Keep Reading

Are L. M. Montgomery’s heroines your kindred spirits? Here’s how every woman today (who’s old-fashioned at heart) can be more like them. Because if you love Anne Shirley and Emily Starr and Rilla Blythe and Pat Gardiner, you’re in good company here. Life Lessons from Anne Shirley I recently met a fictional heroine whom I didn’t like, and respected even… Keep Reading

Do you long for a simpler, old-fashioned holiday season? Here’s how to have a Little Women Christmas as Louisa May Alcott portrays it in her beloved novel. Have Yourself a Merry Little Women Christmas! Because the first volume of Little Women begins and ends with Christmas, the novel is often considered a Christmas story. The movie versions have helped to solidify… Keep Reading

Want to make some recipes inspired by famous books? Enjoy a literary feast with 9 foods from novels and classic children’s books that you can make at home! These literary recipes will remind you of your favorite iconic food scenes from books! Try eating them while you read the book, or serve these dishes to go with a book club… Keep Reading

These famous literary friendships from classic books show us what it looks like to be a true friend in our own real-world relationships. Here you’ll find strong female friendships in literature, unlikely duos, and famous literary trios. Why not read these books about friendship with your own bestie? It’s always fun to discuss a book after you read it, especially… Keep Reading