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Tales of a Fiction Reader Falling In Love With Nonfiction

If you'd told me a couple of years ago that I'd be devouring nonfiction titles now, I'd have asked, for what class?

8 of the Best LGBTQ-Inclusive Books About Parenting and Pregnancy

These LGBTQ parenting and pregnancy books books are written for and in many cases by LGBTQ parents, from help guides to memoirs and poetry.

Books Helped Me Figure Out How my Child Learns, and in the Process, Helped Me Parent

Books are a source of guidance for many things and parenting is no different, but some of the most helpful parenting books may surprise you.

Parenting Books for Parents Who Hate Parenting Books

Here are parenting books with practical, accessible advice that is blessedly judgment-free and honest, including Mamas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to be A-Holes by Karen Alpert.

Balancing Homeschooling and Parenting: Books I’m Reading Now

A reader on her decision to shift to homeschooling, plus a list of books to help you on your own homeschooling—and parenting— journey, including The Brave Learner by Julie Bogart.

Parenting During a Pandemic: Books That Can Help You Get Through This

Desperate times call for some outside help. These books might be able to help you re-center yourself and take a breather while parenting during a pandemic.

How to Raise a Human: 50 Must-Read Parenting Books For All Parents

Read on for the best parenting books, focused on those that are science or research based, and books that offer specific, practical advice. 

Books for Quick Parenting Hacks or Bite-Sized Comic Relief

A parent suggests some books about parenting hacks to save the day with comic relief and quick fixes when you're wearing thin and out of ideas.

All Parents Need ACT NATURAL in their Lives

May this parenting book help you on your way.

Waldorf and Montessori Parenting Books

Curious about the Waldorf and Montessori parenting methods? Try these books on for size.