Emma Allmann

In addition to learning how to write creatively at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Emma Allmann spends her time lugging books along with her on outdoor adventures. She uses hiking, running, cross-country skiing, and climbing as time to discover new and interesting things to write about. She has had a play produced at the Marcia Légère Student Play Festival and writes about the books she reads on her blog, I'm Right Here Because I'm Not All There. When she's not reading, writing, or adventuring she can be found making a list of good names for ice-cream. Twitter: @Emryal

The Problem With Powell’s

A reader is both underwhelmed and overwhelmed by Powell's and popular book destinations because even extroverts need personal space to enjoy an experience.

How To Pack For Your Bookish Backpacking Trip

A how to on packing for a bookish backpacking trip because nobody is interested in being stranded without reading material.

To My Friends That Don’t Read

Just because a friend doesn't enjoy reading, doesn't mean they aren't worthwhile.

Emma Watson is Hiding Books Around Paris

Hermione Granger, erm, Emma Watson the Book Fairy is at it again--hiding copies of THE HANDMAID'S TALE around Paris.

Use a Book to Stay in Touch With Friends

The secret to maintaining a friendship is...books!

Books for Every Travel Mood

Whether you need a book to calm you down or a book for when you're homesick, we have recs for every travel mood!

Exploring Special Collections: Libraries Where the Rarest Books Live

A reader takes a tour of the Department of Special Collections at UW-Madison, and checks out their most fragile items.

Jude Law Cast as Young Dumbledore

Jude Law joins the cast of the next Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them as young Dumbledore.

Attempted Ban of Howard Zinn’s Books Defeated in Arkansas

You tried, though.

Commonplace Books: the Real Life Pinterest

Don't want to pin quotes you love? Keep a physical commonplace book instead.