Rachel Carter

Who dressed you like that? Doctor Who style from best to worst

Doctor Who is debuting its Twelfth Doctor this week, and every Whovian out there is waiting on pins and needles to see how Peter Capaldi will portray our favorite Time Lord. Will he be goofy and sweet like the Tenth Doctor? Or quirky but a little damaged like the Eleventh?…

Rachel CarterAugust 21, 2014

10 dorm room essentials for book lovers

Are you headed off to college in a few weeks—or know someone who is? It isn’t always easy to find the perfect décor for your dorm room, especially when you’re trying to fit beds, lofts, couches, mini-fridges, desks, and televisions in a space the size of a small closet. Plus,…

Rachel CarterAugust 18, 2014

Five most unexpectedly stylish characters from YA

It’s no secret that I love reading about clothes in books. Outfits in young adult novels are particularly awesome – clothes can help establish a teen’s sense of self, sense of place, social status, and sometimes even their species. But while clothing is often described, there are few true ‘fashionistas’…

Rachel CarterAugust 11, 2014

10 literary tattoos that are out of this world

A few months ago, we brought you our favorite literary tattoos, but this time we’re tackling a genre that’s (quite literally) out of this world. Here are the very best sci-fi tattoos inspired by your favorite movies, shows and books:

Rachel CarterAugust 10, 2014

How to throw an Outlander viewing party

Outlander officially premieres on August 9 on Starz but if you’re anything like me you’ve already watched the first episode streaming on YouTube. And rewatched it. And, uh, rewatched it again. And, OK, maybe freeze-framed a few times on Jamie’s kilt face. If it’s not blatantly obvious, I am a…

Rachel CarterAugust 8, 2014

Has “New Adult” genre replaced “Chick Lit”?

Fifteen years ago, everyone was talking about Chick Lit. It was the new big genre, and candy-colored books were flying off the shelves. Bridget Jones’s Diary, Confessions of a Shopaholic, anything by Jennifer Weiner – readers couldn’t get enough of the quirky heroines who awkwardly navigated love and careers. But…

Rachel CarterJuly 27, 2014

From the sublime to the ridiculous: Super style for your next comic convention

Superhero costumes can be awesome—but they can also be pretty over-the-top. For every iconic Superman there’s a Green Lantern lurking in the corner, all skintight neon and painted-on masks. Women seem particularly cursed with bad superhero outfits. Random cutouts, staggeringly large chests – these ladies are lucky if they get…

Rachel CarterJuly 25, 2014

Want to look divine? How to dress like a Greek god or goddess

The first time I saw The Rock I thought – this guy was made to play Hercules. And I was right! Hercules, starring Dwayne Johnson, is out July 25 and judging by the trailer it looks to be an ass-kicking good time: I’m hoping the movie will help usher…

Rachel CarterJuly 23, 2014

Top 10 most stylish sci-fi characters–the fabulous future of fashion

Science fiction stories are often remembered for their high-tech gadgets, alien make up, and dystopian governments, but what about their fashion? From iconic bikinis to perfectly tailored suits – sci-fi has given us some of the most stylish characters in pop culture, and we think it’s about time to celebrate…

Rachel CarterJuly 15, 2014

Look marvelous on beach and boardwalk thanks to vintage vacation style

July is upon us, which means it’s officially vacation season! Time to go sit on a beach in an adorable swimsuit, drink cocktails, and maybe invest in a floppy hat. Need some fashion inspiration this year? No one does beachwear like classic movies, especially vacation films. You know the ones…

Rachel CarterJuly 9, 2014

Rachel Carter reveals the secrets to time travel in Find Me Where the Water Ends

If I had known how difficult it was to write time travel, I might never have started my young adult novel, So Close to You. But back when I opened that blank document and typed my first word, I was blissfully unaware. I loved reading and watching time travel, so…

Rachel CarterJuly 1, 2014

Holy Mother of Dragons — scaly beasts are hot, hot, hot!

Lately it seems like dragons are everywhere. Whether you’re turning on the television, picking up a book, or heading to the movies, you’re almost guaranteed to see a fire-breathing, scale-wearing, high-flying creature. Not that we’re complaining. Dragons are a staple of the world of fantasy, way more badass than unicorns…

Rachel CarterJune 26, 2014

Genre-bending author Jessica Hendry Nelson is blowing up the book world

It would be easy to call If Only You People Could Follow Directions (Counterpoint Press, 2014) another memoir about addiction. And in a way, it is – author Jessica Hendry Nelson unflinchingly chronicles what it’s like to grow up and come of age in a home torn apart by alcohol…

Rachel CarterJune 21, 2014

Get the pin-up look this summer with retro swim suits

I’m going to call it: this is the summer of the retro bathing suit. Everywhere you look are adorable high-waisted bottoms, sailor inspired one-pieces, floppy hats and patterned scarves. It’s only June and already it feels like 1950s pin-up girls have invaded all the beaches. But don’t worry – there…

Rachel CarterJune 13, 2014