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Get Romantic With Books About Legendary Love Stories

Tara Sharp — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:00:00 PST

Not in the mood for Valentine's Day? Well, get romantically inspired this February with some of the most famous love stories in history. It doesn't matter if you're single or coupled up, no one can resist a juicy story of passion, glamour, and tragedy - especially if it's true! So here are some of the books we recommend you dive into to learn more about history's most fascinating love stories.

February Must Reads

Tara Sharp — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:31:16 PST

Ready or not, February has arrived! And with Valentine's Day around the corner, we're feeling the love. This month brings the holiday for lovers along with a diverse selection of book releases - from heartbreaking memoirs to fictional love stories to beautiful odes to cities and icons. So set the mood with some of the sexiest and romantic books out this month, or simply take advantage of the chilly weather by cozying up to one of our riveting recommendations. Dive in to the most promising books of February now!

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Unlikely Young Heroines in Literature Who Inspire Us

Tara Sharp — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:40:20 PST

The 50th anniversary edition of the To Kill a Mockingbird film has just been released today, and it got us thinking about what an inspiring character little Scout was to us growing up. Some of our favorite "kids" books - that are just as relevant and enjoyable to read today - feature strong, multidimensional heroines who persevered despite being overlooked because of their size, age, and sex. These adventurous young women hold a special place in our hearts and minds, so let's take a look at some of the most inspiring 16-and-under heroines in literature.

10 Philip K. Dick Novels to Read Before (or After) Watching the Adaptations

Kristy Korcz — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:21:00 PST

With 44 novels and 120 short stories published in his lifetime, Philip K. Dick is widely regarded as one of the most prolific science-fiction writers of our time. Since his death in 1982, a number of Dick's novels and stories have been adapted into films, and it's likely that you know his work without ever have read any of his published pieces.

Even if you've already seen these Philip K. Dick-adapted movies in the theater, you should go back and read the books to truly appreciate the work. Let's be frank: sometimes an adaptation just doesn't do the source material justice!

Add These Award-Winning Books to Your Tot's Bookshelf Today!

Rebecca M Gruber — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:06:22 PST

Go ahead and add some silver to your bookshelf! This morning the American Library Association announced the winners of the most prestigious children's book honors, naming the 2012 John Newbery Medal and the Randolph Caldecott Medal award winners, as well as the recipients of several other distinguished awards. The honorees represent the best books - both written and illustrated - for tots. Go ahead and check out the winners and then add them to your nightly reading rotation. Your kids will thank you with a lifetime of reading ahead of them!

Books Smarts At Home

Kelly Schwarze — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 04:10:36 PST

Not-so-secret confession time: we're major bookworms around here. Whether it's a how-to on improving Photoshop skills (riveting, really) or catching up on Game of Thrones, it's likely that our nose is stuck in a book. Hence, this wall bookmark will find an immediate and permanent place in our homes.

Perfect for a bedside wall, the decoration comes coated in black, white, or orange paint, and ensures a book gets the artful spotlight it deserves while conveniently holding your place at chapter three. Assuming you still read actual books, that is.

3 Books Every Single Girl Should Read

Anna Monette Roberts — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 02:00:00 PST

With all the relationship and self-help books out there it can be overwhelming to navigate the bookshelves or Amazon for the perfect set of words that will help you heal from a messy breakup, discover a new dating method, or learn to date smarter. Beyond online ratings or recommended reading lists, books that your friends can vouch for are the ones you're likely to pick up and actually read. So for all you single gals out there, here are three quick, intriguing reads that are sure to change your emotional - and maybe even your relationship - status for the better.

Link Time - New Year, New Genres to Read

TresSugar — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:55:58 PST

5 genres of books to try reading this year - The Frisky
Tips for strengthening your marriage after an affair - YourTango
The scariest facts about pregnancy - CollegeCandy
Why smart women watch (and love) The Bachelor - Huffington Post
Get the dirty, firsthand details from Sexapalooza - Glamour
The gay rights movement in six minutes - GOOD
Hot men with sexy scruff - theBERRY
The top OMG moments from last night's Gossip Girl - BuzzSugar
Dating lessons to learn from Betty White - Glamour
The 10 most scandalous muses in art history - Flavorwire

January Must Reads

Annie Scudder — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:03:21 PST

New year, new books! Authors are kicking off 2012 with an exciting batch of books to add to our reading lists. A biography on Queen Elizabeth II, which includes interviews with some of her closest friends, family, and aides, hits the shelves next week, while a book exploring the feminist implications of Elizabeth Taylor's life is out later this month. As for fiction offerings, you'll find a story about artists in 1920s Paris, as well as a relatable tale about a college grad who has to move back in with her parents after graduation. So cuddle up this Winter with our 10 picks for the most promising new titles of January.

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9 Life-Changing Books to Read in the New Year

Emily Co — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 03:05:16 PST

Knowledge is king. The first step to creating change in your life is to know what you're doing wrong or why you need to change. I've picked out nine books that will better your life in 2012. Whether it's figuring out how to get out of debt, learning how to be happier, or trying to find ways to get a job, reading just one of these books is guaranteed to change your life for the better this year.