Kathleen Keenan

Kathleen Keenan is an editor and writer. Born and raised in Toronto, she lived in Montreal and Victoria before returning to her hometown to work in publishing. Some of her editorial projects include social studies textbooks, poetry for children, and picture books. Her writing has appeared in The Canadian Press, The Billfold, and Quill & Quire, and she also writes a monthly newsletter for the indie bookstore A Novel Spot, where she can occasionally be found selling books. When she's not working, Kathleen eats cheese, attends trivia nights, and blogs about what she's reading at Shelf Control. She has an MA in English with a focus on Victorian fiction, and there is nothing she loves more than a very long Victorian novel. Follow her on Twitter @KathleenMKeenan.

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31 Ways to Find the Best Book Recommendations in 2018

Kathleen Keenan 11-09-18

Stuck on how to find book recommendations? We've got the best in-person and online ways to figure out what to read, plus book recommendation services.

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Inspired by Oprah, 9 of Our Favorite Bookish Items for Holiday Gift-Giving

Kathleen Keenan 11-07-18

Embrace your inner Oprah and read this list of favorite bookish holiday gifts, or that are perfect for just treating yourself.

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13 Spooky Books Like THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE

Kathleen Keenan 11-05-18

If you've watched all of The Haunting of Hill House, you need some new ghost stories. This list of 13 books like The Haunting of Hill House has you covered.

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Yes, LITTLE WOMEN is a Feminist Novel — And Here’s Why

Kathleen Keenan 10-09-18

Is LITTLE WOMEN feminist? Yes, argues one writer, in its depiction of ordinary women's lives, LITTLE WOMEN is a feminist novel.

5 Must-Read Creepy Historical Novels to Get You in the Halloween Spirit

Kathleen Keenan 10-04-18

Looking to scare yourself silly before Halloween? Here are five must-read creepy historical novels, ghost stories, and horror novels set in the past.

31 Shakespeare Love Quotes to Use in Weddings, Speeches, and Love Letters

Kathleen Keenan 09-27-18

These 31 Shakespeare love quotes are perfect for wedding vows, wedding speeches, love letters, and other occasions requiring romantic quotes.

10 Books That Should Be Movies

Kathleen Keenan 09-16-18

There are lots of books that should be movies out there in the world. Here are 10 books that seem like great candidates for movie or TV adaptations.

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Watch the Official Teaser for HBO’s TV Adaptation of MY BRILLIANT FRIEND by Elena Ferrante

Kathleen Keenan 08-30-18

Watch HBO's newly released first teaser trailer for their November 2018 TV adaptation of MY BRILLIANT FRIEND by Elena Ferrante.

Classic Novels Rewritten as Millennial Clickbait

Kathleen Keenan 08-17-18

What if classic novels were about millennials? They could be summarized with clickbait headlines. No avocados, just classic novels as millennial clickbait.

15 Pairs of Book Socks You’ll Love To Wear While You Read

Kathleen Keenan 08-08-18

Need some stylish book socks? Check out this list of book-themed socks, Harry Potter and Jane Austen socks, and socks with books on them.

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15 Alice Munro Quotes for All Situations

Kathleen Keenan 07-10-18

These Alice Munro quotes from the beloved Canadian author and Nobel Prize laureate will make you think about life, love, family, and loss in new ways.

BLEAK HOUSE on the Beach: What Makes a Good Beach Read?

Kathleen Keenan 06-25-18

What kinds of books do you bring to the beach? One reader reflects on her preference for more serious beach reads.

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Literary Tourism: Scotland

Kathleen Keenan 06-17-18

Planning a trip to Scotland? Check out this itinerary of literary destinations in Scotland for bookish tourists.

In Defense of LITTLE WOMEN’s Amy March

Kathleen Keenan 06-04-18

Fans of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women love to sympathize with Jo March and hate her little sister, Amy. In defense of Amy March, this writer explains why we all may be more like Amy than we care to admit.

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25 Inspiring Margaret Atwood Quotes

Kathleen Keenan 05-17-18

Need some inspiration? Check out these 25 inspiring Margaret Atwood quotes from The Handmaid's Tale, Alias Grace, Cat's Eye, the MaddAddam trilogy, and more of her work.