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7 Beautiful Literary Coloring Books for Grownups

Coloring books aren’t just for kids anymore (take a look at our coloring book party guide if you don’t believe us!). And if you still need convincing that grownups can color too, check out these literary coloring books. Note: we are definitely not suggesting that students should break out the Crayolas in lieu of reading the classics. But we are suggesting bribing your favorite English teacher or librarian with them. Wuthering Heights: A Coloring Classic I’ll admit, I’ve never been a huge fan of Wuthering Heights. But I do like the rich details and swooping lines of these expressive illustrations. [...]

2017-01-12T22:13:31-07:00January 12th, 2017|Tags: , |

Best Literary Fiction of 2016

2016. At least the books were great. Happy New Year! I hope 2017 is jam-packed with books that feed your soul. I, for one, am looking forward to reading as much literary fiction as possible in the months ahead. I already know which titles I want to tackle; it’s a big list that keeps on growing—right along with my tower of overdue library books. But before paying off my fines, I want to thank 2016 for giving me a magnificent gift: the chance to join the team at Readers Lane. Since September, I have loved sharing my impressions and suggestions [...]

2017-01-10T19:36:33-07:00January 10th, 2017|

Best New Cookbooks for Thanksgiving 2016

So you’ve been asked to bring a dish for Thanksgiving this year? Or, worse yet, you’re in charge of cooking the whole darn meal for a bunch of people? Fear not — these brand-new Thanksgiving cookbooks are here to help. Whether you’re doing it all or just bringing a pie to share, you’ll find easy recipes and handy tips for holiday cooking. And pumpkin spice lovers, we have something special just for you! Art of the Pie: A Practical Guide to Homemade Crusts, Fillings, and Life Author: Kate McDermott What would Thanksgiving be without pie? Whether you’re a pumpkin purist, [...]

2016-12-31T17:57:52-07:00November 17th, 2016|Tags: , |
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