All book links are affiliate links. Who else celebrated Harry Potter’s birthday on Sunday? Okay, fine, I actually failed in celebrating July 31st in all its Harry Potter glory. I completely forgot to pre-order Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, the new play that continues the original story. I promise I’m usually a better nerd… [Read More]
7 Books to Enjoy at the Beach That are Definitely Not Beach Reads
Contains Amazon affiliate links. When my husband and I planned our honeymoon, I had only one requirement. I insisted on any sort of body of water (ocean, lake—even a pool would have sufficed) where I could lazily nap or read beside it. We ended up spending a week in Puerto Rico, where I read four… [Read More]
Geeky Teen Romances by Kelly Oram
Legal stuff: I wasn’t paid to write this post, nor did I receive anything for it. I really like Kelly’s work! That said, I will receive an ARC of Kelly’s next book, in exchange for my review. Also this post includes Amazon affiliate links. Kelly Oram is one of my favorite authors of young adult… [Read More]
You Will Flat-Out Love Jessica Park’s Books
Contains Amazon affiliate links. See disclosure for details. When I still lived in New York (back in 2012), I first discovered Flat-Out Love by Jessica Park. It was listed under Amazon’s monthly list of books $3.99 or less. I frequently find new authors this way. Flat-Out Love is one of the best e-books I’ve ever… [Read More]
I am Not Damaged Goods: Reflections and Book Review
Post contains Amazon Affiliate links. Read my full disclosure for more details. I didn’t think anything could influence my personal approach to Christian feminism as much as Sarah Bessey’s Jesus Feminist. That is, until I read Damaged Goods: New Perspectives on Christian Purity by Dianna E. Anderson. I’ve been reading Anderson’s blog for a few years… [Read More]
Gone Girl Review: Book vs. Film
I never had any intention of reading Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl, but when Dan and I flew out for my brother’s wedding in October, I forgot to pack my iPad. No books for the entire weekend?! At the airport bookstore, I picked up Gone Girl, basically the only option that appealed to me at all…. [Read More]