Before we turn the last page and slam the book shut on a terrible year, let’s take a moment to acknowledge something good that came out of 2020: a bountiful yield of great reads. These 10 books topped New York Times bestseller lists, were the talk of Twitter and virtual book clubs from Oprah’s to […]
Before we turn the last page and slam the book shut on a terrible year, let’s take a moment to acknowledge something good that came out of 2020: a bountiful yield of great reads. These 10 books topped New York Times bestseller lists, were the talk of Twitter and virtual book clubs from Oprah’s to […]
Before we turn the last page and slam the book shut on a terrible year, let’s take a moment to acknowledge something good that came out of 2020: a bountiful yield of great reads. These 10 books topped New York Times bestseller lists, were the talk of Twitter and virtual book clubs from Oprah’s to […]
There are many ways you can connect virtually with friends and family during quarantine, but virtual book clubs are one of our favorites. A great book can provide you with an escape while inspiring a need to reach out and connect, and virtual book clubs are an accessible and flexible way to communicate with other readers. Whether you’re […]
If you’re looking for a last-minute holiday gift or a compelling winter-break read, you’re in luck: 2018 was another great year for good books. From a compassionate, moving novel to a fascinating memoir, hard-hitting uncover exposé, and even a fascinating how-to manual about death and dying, there’s something for everyone on this list. Fiction The […]
Since 2012, Chicago’s Emerald City Theatre has provided free arts education programming to more than 18,000 low-income Chicago Public Schools students. Each year, powered by the collective strength of the company’s One Fund, second and third graders see a free theatre performance and receive a companion book, allowing them to have an unforgettable experience with […]
‘Tis the season for family gatherings! The time of year when relatives reconnect, have political arguments, and maybe, after a little too much eggnog, tell Aunt Cathy what they really think about her new perm. What better way to prep for the holidays than to read up on a few dysfunctional families (some of which […]
Looking for something to titillate your senses on All Hallow’s Eve, aside from the massive sugar rush? Try one of these books that (aside from the last two) have published this year. Some are slightly unsettling, others are downright bone-chilling — and all are certain to make you want to sleep with the lights on. […]
Say goodbye to beach book season—the kids are headed back to school and soon, you might just find yourself with a little more free time. With that in mind, here is some of the best of the bunch this year. A Little Life Hanya Yanagihara For fans of epic sagas—those 700-plus page books that invite […]
School is out! While your kids may be focused on hitting the pool, these lazy, hazy months can also be a good time to hit the books and do some pleasure reading as a family. “It is critical for young people to stay engaged in learning over the summer, which many parents already know and is […]
