Pairing Tea and Book Genres
Tea and reading are one of those classic pairings that symbolize calm, slowness, and escape. Sipping a hot drink while devouring a page turner is the epitome of relaxation. Tea
Daisy and the Missing Mona Lisa by J.T. Allen Book Review and Author Interview
People tend to think that heroes are boring, and villains are interesting. As a result, flawed anti-heroes are more of the way to go in all genres of storytelling. But
A Day Trip to the Grand Canyon
When I decided to book a trip to Las Vegas, I knew that there was no reason to stay within the city limits the entire time. The area is surrounded
An Introduction to Black and White Horror Movies
Classic movies are like classic books. Everyone’s heard about them, and they might even know some facts about them, but a lot of people have never read or watched them.
The Zombie Protector by Mae Johnsson Book Review and Author Interview
Zombie stories are full of so many relatable themes and ideas that elevate them beyond simple horror tales. They explore ideas about humanity, society, relationships, and technology. We all ponder
Feel, Don’t See by Elaine Gao
Show, don’t tell—which author hasn’t heard of that? But then comes the question of how: how do you show? English teachers make it sound easy-peasy; they tell you to use
10 of the Scariest Types of Horror Stories
For those of us who find entertainment in being scared, we each to be scared in different ways. Some want to jump out of their seats. Others like psychological horror.
Charlie and the Tire Swing by Diann Floyd Boehm Book Review and Author Interview
One summer, my parents hung a tire swing from the tree in our front yard. There’s something special about swinging from a tire swing versus a swing on your swing
The End Picture Book Review and Author and Illustrator Interview
Teaching kids their letters, numbers, shapes, and colors is easy. I’ve seen how quickly my young nephew latched onto these concepts and can recognize and name them in his sleep.
Witch Test by Katie L. Carroll Book Review and Author Interview
Bullying is that age old virus that always tends to evolve rather than subside. It starts early and continues even into old age. It can be as tame as snickering
The Vanishing by David Michael Slater Book Review
When you hear about horrible events, you can’t help but think, “If I knew that was going to happen, I could have done something about it.” You want to be
Forest Ecology and Emotional Health by Sarah Elliman
The interconnection of a forest and our wellbeing I am Sarah Elliman, and I’m a Canadian author, counselor, and outdoor enthusiast. In this article, I’ll explain the inspiration, science and
8 Audiobook Recommendations for Fall
Everyone seems to be searching for aesthetic, some calming atmosphere that reflects a cookie cutter image of a particular place or season. It’s hard to achieve, particularly in adulthood when
A Star Called Bitterness by Trevor McCall Book Review and Author Interview
A writer’s ultimate goal is to put what is in their head onto paper. We never really know how close we come to actually achieving this. But when what we
7 of My Favorite East Coast Museums
When I travel, part of my itinerary often includes visiting a museum or two. Most of my traveling has been on the east coast in cities that are known for