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Quiz: Are You a YA Cover Expert?

Can you guess which of the covers in the pair is YA and which is not? Put your skills to the test. → Read More

Book Genres That Don't Exist But We Wish They Did

Imagine walking into a bookstore looking for books with a bonkers plot when you see it: the Bananapants Plot section. A dream! → Read More

Types Of Customers You Find In Bookstores

From the reader with recs to give to the one who wants a book that doesn't exist, these are some of the types of customers we see in bookstores. → Read More

15 Short Graphic Novels For When You Lack The Time To Read

Whether you're looking for a quick read, to dip your toes into comics, or simply love smaller books, check out these short graphic novels. → Read More

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Covers, Expert Edition

How good at identifying book covers are you? Put your skills to the test. → Read More

The Cutest Book Sleeves For All Occasions

Whether you want to keep your books pristine or hide the questionable cover of your current read, you need these cute book sleeves. → Read More

If It Has Spoilers, Why Make It A Foreword?

Should spoilers be restricted from the forward of a book? Does knowing something before you read the book impact the experience? → Read More

An Argument For Watching The Movie First

Book lovers the world over might disagree with the idea, but here are a few solid reasons to watch the movie first. → Read More

12 Novels With Recipes In Them

Because you'll get hungry reading these novels, you'll be delighted to know there are recipes to try out, too. → Read More

Publishers, As A Bookseller, I Beg Of You: Number Your Series

Books in a series aren't always numbered, but is this helpful? One writer explores why all books in a series should be numbered. → Read More

Listen To Me: Start Your Audiobooks All Over Again

Ever tried this audiobook tip? Why it might be worthwhile to let yourself experience the vibes then revisit with more attention. → Read More

What Is NRN And Why You Should Give It A Try

You've got your TBR and your DNR, but do you have a NRN? What an NRN is and why you might like to use it. → Read More

19 Of The Best Ethiopian Books

From novels to nonfiction, adult titles to children's books, these are the best Ethiopian books to read by Ethiopian authors. → Read More

We Rate Book Covers With Dogs

I love dogs, and I love books, so why not combine my love for both and, in We Rate Dogs fashion, rate book covers with dogs on them? → Read More

How Strong Is Your Preorder Game? 8 Upcoming Graphic Novels You Don’t Want To Miss

You don't want to miss these! Add these eight forthcoming graphic novels to your TBR—and preorder lists—now. → Read More

Why The Secret To A Good Review Is Kindness

The value of reviews leaning into kindness, rather than into meanness or pettiness. → Read More

Why I Deleted My Goodreads TBR (And Why You Probably Should, Too)

How long have you had your Goodreads TBR and would you be willing to part with it? Carina offers reasons why you should consider. → Read More

Read The Novel? You Should Read The Graphic Novel

Loved that novel? Why not try thee graphic novel next. → Read More

Bookselling During A Pandemic: What Fresh Hell Is This?

From starting at a bookstore in January 2020 to working there now, the bookselling experience has changed dramatically (over and over again). → Read More

Here are the 2021 Hugo Award Winners

The 2021 Hugo Award winners were announced at the 79th annual World Science Fiction Convention. → Read More