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 […]
While January felt like the longest month since the creation of our solar system, February whizzed on by, and here we are suddenly in March: the promise of spring and longer days, and St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. Hailing from Chicago, a city that’s very proud of its Irish heritage, I thought […]
‘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 […]
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 […]
I’m throwing a little shade on “50 Shades.” Listen, I don’t want to rain on anyone’s sex-fueled parade as gaggles of ladies and their partners head out to see the much-heralded movie version of E.L. James’ runaway erotica read. But honestly, there’s just so much better out there when it comes to love stories. Looking […]
‘Tis the season not just to give, but also to share—and nothing’s better than sharing your favorite reads. Something that touched you is likely to also impact a friend, right? Whether it’s great fiction or an inspirational memoir, these are the kinds of books to make your bestie call or text a big “thank you.” […]
