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Sarah Ullery

Sarah suffers from chronic sarcasm, and an unhealthy aversion to noise. She loves to read, and would like to do nothing else, but stupid real life makes her go to work. She lives in the middle of a cornfield and shares a house with two spoiled dogs and a ton of books.

50 Must-Read Literary Biographies

I live vicariously through the lives and stories of the writers I love and admire. Sometimes I read biographies of ...

7 Haunted Civil War Books

Both metaphor and fantasy, the ghosts of Civil War literature capture the terror and horror of the time. Here are a few of the best haunted Civil War books:

50 Must-Read Classical Mythology Retellings

While compiling this list of 50 classical mythology retellings, I found a link connecting many of the modern retellings– a ...

10 Books That May Be a Catharsis for Burnout

Because millennials seem to have cornered the market on paralyzing fatigue, here are some of the best cathartic books for burnout.

50 Must-Read Poetry Collections of 2019

There are so many great books of poetry coming out this year, and we've rounded up the 2019 poetry collections you need on your to-be-read.

Restart After the New Year with These 12 Mindful Audiobooks

If you have plans to head into the New Year giving more thought to the internal and external world, get inspired by these audiobooks about mindfulness.

“Reading, on the other hand, is essential” Diane Setterfield On Reading, Writing, and Her New Novel

In an ancient inn by the River Thames a group of men and women gather on the longest night of the ...

Poetry with a Punch: 15 Provocative Quotes from WHY GOD IS A WOMAN

Had enough of the patriarchy? These15 provocative quotes from WHY GOD IS A WOMAN will bring you closer to your inner warrior goddess.

50 Short Nonfiction Books You Can Read in a Day (Or Two)

I warn you, if you bore me, I shall take my revenge. —J.R.R. TolkienTeam of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham ...

15 Cheeky Roald Dahl Quotes

From cannibalism to parenting, Roald Dahl has wise words for all of his readers. Check out these 15 cheeky quotes from some of his enduring classics.