The 1950s saw the emergence of literary lights including J.D. Salinger and Jack Kerouac, authors whose books questioned the status quo and the midcentury preoccupation with conformity. The decade’s best books were mired in the dark realities of recent history, and looked forward to seismic social shifts to come. Novelists explored cultural norms through timeless dystopic visions, and […]
We’ve all opened a book and come out the other side of it a changed person. We’ve all encountered literature that moved us, not just to tears or laughter, but to greater empathy, creativity, generosity, and appreciation of others. It’s during tough times that we most need these important books. Life gets hectic, we have a […]
To get in the holiday spirit, we’re offering up some awesome gift suggestions for moms by counting down the 25 Days of Christmas with 25 must-reads for today’s hip mamas. From comedies and classics to travel guides and toddler tips, here are some of the best books for the maternal bookshelf. Wrapping up one of […]
