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From Book Riot’s editorial desk, find insights, opinions, and deep dives written by experts and tailored for the consummate Book Nerd who wants to know even more about all things books.

Writing Ourselves Out: Queer Characters Who Rewrite Their Destinies

When queer characters get to choose joy, it feels miraculous. That miracle has sometimes moved me to tears.

Is Reading Your Love Language?

Gary Chapman's book outlining five love languages has reshaped conversations around relationships. Book Riot's director of content posits a sixth language: reading.

Colleen Hoover: The Most Mystifying Bookish Phenomenon of All Time

Why does the Colleen Hoover phenomenon feel so damn weird? Book Riot's CEO and co-founder attempts to get to the bottom of this question, or rather arrive at a better one.

No, you don’t *actually* need to read more this year.

What if reading resolutions weren’t about should and more but about making a holistic assessment of how we spend our time?