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Canada Day 2020: Our Roundup of The Top Five Canadian Authors
0 CommentsThis Canada Day we’re rounding up our top picks of some of the best authors our country has to offer. It’s obviously near impossible to narrow down the amaz
American Royals by Katharine McGee (448 pages)
Instead of becoming America’s first president, General George Washington was its first king. Now, centuries later, the House of Washington still sits on the A
The Infinite Noise by Lauren Shippen (336 pages)
Caleb has what many teenagers seek: good looks, relative popularity, and a spot on the varsity football team. But when Caleb begins to experience extreme emotio
5 Easy Mocktail Recipes for Summer
When it’s a warm sunny day and you need a thirst-quenching drink, an iced coffee, soda, or La Croix just isn’t enough. Mocktails can offer up the same
5 books That Honour the Everyday Heroes we call Dad on Father’s Day
They have our backs, are there to cheer us on, and teach us every day. Now, more than ever, dads everywhere are stepping up to lead with heart. And while this y
Eastbound Brewing Review: Brunch Home Edition
Okay, I’m definitely not the first one to say it — and I’m glad I’m not alone! Yes, there are much more important things happening in the world right no
Read, Learn, Teach: Books to Help Educate and Dismantle Racism
I want to start this post off by stating that I am a white woman and am still continuing to learn about the issues I’ll be discussing here. Like many of us, I
Dear Girls: Intimate Tales, Untold Secrets & Advice For Living Your Best Life by Ali Wong (240 pages)
I’ve always loved a good comedy, from SNL and In Living Color, to the movies and TV Shows of Carol Burnett, Tina Fey, and Amy Poehler (to name a few). So when
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins (540 pages)
Coriolanus Snow wants nothing more than to succeed. While his family home might look lavish, his family is essentially broke. Coriolanus can’t even afford a n
YA Memorial Day Reads: Stories About Summer
This summer will be decidedly different from what we’re used to. Something that doesn’t have to change? Our reading schedules! If you’re working from home
Pet by Akwaeke Emezi (208 pages)
In Lucille, monsters are a thing of the past. They existed once, well before Jam and her best friend, Redemption, were born. One afternoon, Jam ventures into he
5 Binge-worthy Book to Netflix Adaptations
The answer to that is to curl up with a good book adaptation and snacks, lots of snacks. This list includes 5 binge-worthy book to Netflix adaptations I have se
Like a Love Story by Abdi Nazemian (432 pages)
It’s 1989 and Reza has just moved to New York City from Iran. Not only does Reza feel out of place in a huge new city, but he’s also hiding a secret: Reza i
Travel the World With Books
Travel the World with These Books With many countries on lockdown, numerous people are wondering when they will experience their next holiday or travel adventur
Yes No Maybe So by Becky Albertalli and Aisha Saeed (448 pages)
Jamie’s happy to volunteer for his local state senate candidate as long as it doesn’t go further than making copies and snack runs to Target. The idea of ca
5 Books That Celebrate The Amazing Moms In Our Lives For Mother’s Day
Mom. Ma. Mother. Mama. Mommy. No matter how you say it, the role of mother is vast and all-encompassing. This year, while social distancing might result in a Mo
May the 4th Be With You: Five Great Star Wars Novels to Help You Celebrate
While the official origins of Star Wars Day are hotly debated, May the 4th has brought joy to Star Wars fans for decades. The date was chosen for its similarity
