I used to set a New Year’s resolution to read a certain number of books in a year. One year, I very nearly hit my goal to read 26 books, but fell a few short. Mildly stung by the defeat, I doubled my reading goal the following year. I failed spectacularly and wound up reading … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Summer reading doesn’t have to end with graduation. This June, there’s such an incredible lineup of new books making their way into the world that it’s probably best to … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. To celebrate Jewish-American Heritage Month, here are rounded up five books that chronicle modern Jewish life alongside age-old discussions of faith and tradition. Author Dani Shapiro’s Jewish identity was … Read more
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Looking at my bookshelves, I am plagued by the infamous question of readers and writers alike: Can you ever have too many books? Personally, I am always on a quest to have what I love proudly displayed, but when what I love begins to fill up baskets, cover my desk, and form towers in corners, … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. I’ll admit it: My social media algorithms know me pretty well. As I scroll, I’m inundated with cool new coffee suppliers, exciting product launches, and of course, internet-famous brands. One of those eye-catching brands that I just can’t … Read more
Olivia Harvey Contributor Olivia Harvey is a freelance writer and award-winning scriptwriter from outside Boston, Massachusetts. She’s a big fan of scented candles, getting dressed up, and the 2005 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice starring Keira Knightley. You can make sure she’s doing okay via Instagram and/or Twitter. Follow Olivia
Arielle Tschinkel Contributor Arielle Tschinkel is a freelance pop culture and lifestyle writer whose work has appeared on Shape.com, WomansWorld.com, FirstforWomen.com, Insider, HelloGiggles, and more. She loves all things Disney and is making her way to every park around the world, and is a die-hard Britney Spears fan for life. She’s also obsessed with her … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Apartment Therapy: Can you explain what “kurashi” means? Marie Kondo: My new book is inspired by the Japanese concept of kurashi, which means “way of life.” I wanted readers to be able to visualize their ideal life from the … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Not to be too “Matilda” about it all, but I absolutely love the library. I was the child checking out ten to fifteen books at a time (“Yes, I will read them all!”), participating in the yearly summer … Read more