#covid-19

Independent Bookstores to Shop at While Sheltering in Place

There are many ways to support local indies, but first, you need to find one. We've got a big list of independent bookstores online and ready for orders.

Andy Serkis Will Read THE HOBBIT for the NHS

Andy Serkis will read THE HOBBIT online as a fundraising effort to benefit the NHS.

This Soothing Quiz Will Tell You What Feel-Good Book To Read

Feeling stressed or anxious? This soothing feel-good book quiz full of pretty pictures and cute animals is sure to make you feel better.

Bookish Crafts to Do in Quarantine

If you've been bitten by the crafting bug, but don't want to make a run to the store, try these 10 bookish crafts you can do in quarantine.

How Local Literary Communities Can Find Strength During Social Distancing

A local virtual book club strengthens the local literary scene, cultivates a diverse community, and celebrates the power of stories and books.

How to Find Bookish Joy in a Time of Quarantine

One reader shares personal stories about how she's finding bookish joy during these dark days of shelter in place and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Why the Pandemic Put Me Into a Book Spiral

For several days, I felt paralyzed over what to choose. Everything was too long, too short, or not interesting enough. I was trapped.

How Indie Bookstores Fought Their Way Back

Taking a look at how the indie boom happened in the age of multi-floor bookstore chains and Amazon’s 2-day shipping.

Random House Children’s Books Launches MAGIC TREE HOUSE Home Adventures

Random House Children’s Books will launch Magic Tree House Home Adventures, an online program of activities, crafts, recipes, reading challenges, and more.

How Reading Helped Me Stay Sober in Quarantine

How reading is helping one sober reader abstain from returning to marijuana to cope with anxiety.