When we think of romance novels, paper back covers featuring ball gown-clad women and bare chested men probably come to mind. However, the romance genre has recently been making strides toward new subjects, modern couples, and even otherworldly settings. Though the it has been written off by many (sometimes for good reason) I think romance is a genre worth revisiting with fresh eyes. What better time than Valentine's day to pick up an unconventional romance novel!
More"Well behaved women seldom make history." -Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
This is certainly true for women like Rosa Parks and Eleanor Roosevelt, but what about the names that slipped through the cracks of history? This list explores the everyday stories of outcast women without a voice, as well as the remarkable changes they were able to facilitate.
MoreDuring Pride Month, we celebrate LGBTQ+ victories and recognize the progress that still needs to be made. A painful part of the LGBTQ+ experience can be trauma associated with religion. Whether the hurt comes from outside sources, or a battle within oneself, reconciliation between faith and Queer identity is a difficult gap to bridge. The books in this list seek to provide healing and hope.
MoreUkraine has been the subject of many headlines recently. I am reminded that for every headline there are thousands of Ukrainians taking up arms and seeking refuge. In this small way, I would like to celebrate their long history and rich culture at this time.
MoreAs the weather grows colder, sometimes the best thing to drive the chill from your bones is a warm drink and a book. Pour a mug of hot chocolate or brew a tea and snuggle up under a blanket with one of these café themed reads!
MoreIf you have an appetite for a murder mystery (and some delicious recipes) this book list will satisfy your cravings! Start with a scandalous soup or salad then move on to an alarming appetizer. Enjoy a murderous main course complete with savory sleuthing. Finally, round out your meal by indulging in a disquieting desert.
MoreNational Teacher Appreciation Day is March 4th.
In 2020 school looked very different for many families. Some guardians homeschooled their kids for the first time and Zoom meetings replaced the classroom for many students. Teachers faced new obstacles and found creative ways to educate in trying circumstances. This disruption of learning helped us appreciate our teachers more than ever before. Now, as in-person learning is in sight, we honor our teachers and look forward to seeing them in the classroom once more.
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