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Carina Pereira

Carina Pereira, born in ‘87, in Portugal. Moved to Belgium in 2011, and to Rotterdam, The Netherlands, in 2019. Avid reader, changing interests as the mods strikes. Whiles away the time by improvising stand-up routines she’ll never get to perform. Books are a life-long affair, audiobooks a life-changing discovery of adulthood. Selling books by day, writer by night. Contact

What Is An ISBN?

You've probably heard of or seen an ISBN, but do you know what it is? Let's dive into what it is and why we use it.

How To Learn a New Language By Reading Slightly Beyond Your Scope (And Other Tips)

Looking to learn a new language? Here are some tips for how to improve your language skills by reading novels!

Your Guide to Instagram Poetry

Yes, Instagram poetry is "real" poetry. Here's your guide to the trends around Instapoetry, the leading voices, and more.

PRIDE & PREJUDICE Explained By Someone Who Has Never Read It

Never read PRIDE & PREJUDICE? No worries. We've got your (bad) recap here. Please don't use this summary to write a book report...

Reading Pathways: Mia Couto

Here are three books to get you started on Mia Couto books, while we wait for more translations of the Mozambican author's stories.

Reading Pathways: José Eduardo Agualusa

Get into the works of a prolific Angolan writer, and learn about the history of Angola, through these José Eduardo Agualusa books.

A Day in the Life of an Indie Bookseller

Experience a day in the life of an indie bookseller, working at Bosch&deJong boekverkopers, a small bookstore in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Alice In Wonderland Enamel Pins

Fall down the rabbit hole of literary pins and add these magical and fun Alice in Wonderland enamel pins to your bookish collection.

6 Brand New And Upcoming Jane Austen Retellings

Can we, in good conscience, claim that we have had enough Jane Austen in our lives? We cannot! So read these 6 new Jane Austen retellings, including Where The Rhythm Takes You by Sarah Dass.

A Family Affair: Crime Novels About Family

Serial killer sisters! Secret identities! Multi-generational heist squads! The crime in these novels is a family affair.