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If you saw our original Anti-Christmas reading list, then you know that, ahem, some of us here at Readers Lane get pretty grinchy during the holidays. The materialistic excess, family drama, travel nightmares, and all-around wastefulness are enough to sour anyone’s good cheer — and that’s before we even bring religion into it. If you’d rather hide in a bag of coal until January 1, we have a suggestion: distract yourself with these thoroughly un-festive winter books. Bah, humbug!   The Atheist's Guide to Christmas Editors: Robin Harvie, Stephanie Meyers What’s an atheist to do? Assaulted from every direction by [...]

Holiday coloring books are hot this season, whether you're looking for holiday gifts or just some creative relaxation. If you’ve seen our lists of coloring books for grownups and more coloring books for grownups, you already know we’re fans. And the selection just keeps on growing! Here’s a new batch of just-released holiday coloring books that are perfect for giving (since your favorite coloring artist is guaranteed not to already have them). Add on a set of colored pencils, fine-line coloring pens, or gel pens to make it a holiday gift that’s fun for the whole family! Lost Ocean: An [...]

November is here, and for all you crafters and DIY-ers, that means one thing: it’s time to get cracking on holiday crafts! This year’s batch of holiday craft books includes everything from paper crafts to natural dyes, doggie doughnuts to tiny cat hats. So if you’re looking to go homemade for the holidays, take a look at these DIY books. Christmas with Southern Living 2015: The Ultimate Guide to Holiday Cooking & Decorating Author: Southern Living Magazine Can’t decide where to start? This annual mega-guide has a little bit of everything for your holiday crafting, baking, and entertaining. You’ll find [...]