April is one of my favorite months! The weather is starting to warm up and the days are getting longer. With the exception of a few tornadoes in the area, it's been great. I've been running, walking my dog at new-to-me parks, visiting Chicago with my husband and friends, studying for final exams, and trying... Continue Reading →
Welcome to a new Spine & Leaf Books segment: Reading by the Season! Four times a year I’ll be releasing a new list of 12 books inspired by the season. Sometimes the setting will take place in a particular month or time of year, other times it’s just a vibe. Some are based on the title... Continue Reading →
If you've been around Spine & Leaf Books lately you'll know that I've been reading several authors that I've read before: Jean Hanff Korelitz got 2 books on my list this month, Fredrik Backman has reappeared after Beartown, and of course, Veronica Roth's brand new book Poster Girl has made my list. I'm really into... Continue Reading →
Fall is the start of Harry Potter season for me, and it extends the whole way through the holidays to the end of the year. When September hits I'm thinking of riding the Hogwart's express. When Halloween comes around, I imagine Nearly-Headless Nick floating through the castle and inviting guests to his death day party.... Continue Reading →
Welcome to a new Spine & Leaf Books segment: Reading by the Season! Four times a year I’ll be releasing a new list of 12 books inspired by the season. Sometimes the setting will take place in a particular month or time of year, other times it’s just a vibe. Some are based on the title... Continue Reading →
Ever read a book so good you wish there was another just like it? I'm sure all book series fans have this feeling (especially when the final book in the series has been released). But what about stand-alone books that just made you feel a certain kind of way that you want to experience again?... Continue Reading →
Welcome to a new Spine & Leaf Books segment: Reading by the Season! Four times a year I'll be releasing a new list of 12 books inspired by the season. Sometimes the setting will take place in a particular month or time of year, other times it's just a vibe. Some are based on the... Continue Reading →
Summer is here! If you're feeling like you need an endless summer vacation to recharge your batteries, but can't quite get away, check out this list of summer staycation reads. Take a trip to the beaches of North Carolina. Or the sunny sands in Malibu. You'll get the thrill of waves and summer heat from... Continue Reading →
Do you love sci-fi books? Well, you're in luck! I've compiled a list of 101 Science Fiction Books to keep you reading for weeks to come. If you like aliens, vampires, or monsters then this list is for you. I'll feature popular authors like H.G. Wells and Michael Crichton, as well as a few newer... Continue Reading →
Aging is a natural part of life, but that doesn't mean we innately know what it's all about. An entire category of books exists to help educate and pacify those of us aging. Elderly advice can help calm people when their family or loved ones begin to age, or when it's you yourself who has... Continue Reading →
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