Courtney Rodgers

Courtney has been reading and collecting books almost as long as she's been alive. She holds a B.A. in Theatre and Creative Writing. Courtney has been writing with Book Riot since 2019, and is a Bibliologist with TBR: Tailored Book Recommendations. She's currently brainstorming for her next creative project. You can follow her on Instagram.

Five Unexpectedly Valuable Books for Writers

Unexpectedly helpful books for writers that go beyond the typical -- even beloved -- writing guide.

30 Books in 30 Days Challenge

Every September, this reader sets a challenge to read 30 books in 30 Days. Learn more about it and participate in the challenge!

10 Books With Song Titles for Your Playlist

These ten books share their titles with some fantastic songs that should probably go on your road trip playlist. Add them to your playlist!

The Perfect Fragrances for Harry Potter Characters, Part II

I’m back with more fragrances and Harry Potter characters! If you missed round one, be sure to check it out. ...

The Perfect Fragrances for Harry Potter Characters

Your favorite Harry Potter characters got matched up with a perfect-for-them fragrance.

R.F. Kuang, The Nanking Massacre, and Reading Flashbacks

Last year, I read R.F. Kuang’s debut novel The Poppy War. I found myself flung backwards in time to August ...

Tea and Book Pairings For Your Afternoon Cuppa

Tea drinkers unite! And pick up these excellent fiction and nonfiction reads to go with your hot or cold reader-friendly beverage of choice.

14 Cool Summer Reads

I don’t know what your summers are like where you live, but I live in South Texas. It is hot, ...

Retiring a Library, Or, Sometimes Books Need To Be Disposed

During my four years at a small university in Mississippi, I worked in the library as an assistant. Initially, I ...

Reviewing Sonlight Books I Read 20 Years Ago

A reader compiles a list of some of the novels they read as a Sonlight homeschooled student.