It’s quieter here. There is no loud music, no kid-gangs running around, no pleading for pizza. This happens when all of your children have moved out. What great books feature empty nesters? Here are some of my favorites:
Cathy LambNovember 28, 2019
During this festive time of year, whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply can’t wait for New Year’s Eve, there are so many wonderful books that can put you in the holiday spirit as you enjoy those quiet moments between the hustle and bustle of the season. For me,…
Kerstin MarchDecember 12, 2019
I live in the midwest, where winters come with frigid temperatures, seemingly endless hours of darkness, and slippery sidewalks that seem intent on breaking people’s necks. For all of its downsides, though, winter has some big upsides. For me, snow is at the top of the list. I love skiing…
Susan GlossJanuary 2, 2020
What makes a book irresistible? High stakes and a fast-paced plot may keep our attention, but the characters are the ones we keep coming back for. Enter the swoon-worthy love interest or the endearing, wise grandparent. And then there’s the best friend, the fun, flawed, ride-or-die character. Through these friendships,…
Tif MarceloAugust 15, 2019
I’m of the opinion that any book is a good book. There are no guilty pleasures when you’re reading because, hello, you’re reading. But sometimes you really want something meaty, something you can savor and not race through just to see what’s happening next. And sometimes you happen to want…
Kelly SimmonsAugust 22, 2019
The word “brave” can mean many things, even though in our society we typically associate it with masculine topics like fighting and hitting things and jumping off of tall things. The books I love, though, are almost exclusively written by women (sorry, dudes), and almost exclusively feature female leads. These…
Katie PryalSeptember 19, 2019
Maybe it’s because my youth was a tad, shall we say, “misspent” – but nothing makes me feel young again like reading about young people and their crazy families. It’s like a do-over, seeing other normal people go through their teens and twenties. Would I have made the same judgments,…
Kelly SimmonsOctober 17, 2019
It’s lucky that Twitter wasn’t invented when The Murder of Roger Ackroyd was published. Can you imagine? Within 15 minutes, somebody would’ve posted: Oh Em Gee, can you believe that ending? And then everybody would’ve read Agatha Christie’s classic in a different way. It’s always been a debate for me whether books…
Hank Phillippi RyanOctober 24, 2019
More than just a wonderful Monday off from the daily grind, Veterans Day is a homage to the men and women who served in the Great War which we now call World War I. The “war to end all wars” ended at the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of…
Susan MeissnerNovember 11, 2019
When we choose the next book to read, it's because we want an experience—to feel something when we are done. Books have the power to change the way you feel. So here are my five suggestions for books so happy, you’ll forget about all about the rest of the world. …
Amy ReichertApril 23, 2019
A #1 Mom mug is all well and good, but why not prove how exceptionally awesome your mom is by picking up one of these stories of moms both good and bad, from a few outstanding authors not to miss. In Sonali Dev’s delightful Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors (William…
Kelly HarmsMay 8, 2019
Life is fast paced, occasionally chaotic and often noisy. Our eyes need to rest from constant exposure to blue light, our brains need a break from all the stimulation, and our ears crave silence. What’s a person to do in this hectic modern age? Escape to a time of yore, before…
Amy ReichertJune 21, 2019
Orly Konig, founding president of the Women’s Fiction Writers Association and a member of Tall Poppy Writers, shares with BookTrib five women’s fiction books you might have missed because the rest of your life got in the way. If you’re anything like me, your To Be Read (TBR) pile grows…
Orly KonigFebruary 13, 2019
In my writing and my reading, I love those moments that move me to tears. Tears shake loose the things we hold the closest—and sometimes, those affinities even surprise us. While I am a sensitive sort, I assure you I’m not necessarily an easy mark. As a developmental editor for…
Kathryn CraftApril 10, 2019
There’s never been a better time to cozy up with a romantic holiday read than today when many of us are relegated to stay home. We all need the magic of the season, and through our imagination, holiday books can bring us the love, the care and the joy we’re…
Tif MarceloDecember 10, 2020
It’s the time of year where every shop is replete with displays of red and pink hearts, chocolates, sappy greeting cards and saccharine-sweet plush toys. For those who want to embrace the sweet side of the holiday with a satisfying romantic read, here are five sure-to-please selections.
Aimie K. RunyanFebruary 13, 2020
