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Use Scrap Wallpaper to Create Book Covers
If you’ve recently redecorated and have leftover wallpaper (get great wallpaper inspiration here), here’s an easy project for using those scraps. Use them to cover a handful of books on your shelves. It will give your bookcase a cleaner, more organized look. Personally, I’d cover a lot of my reference books which don’t necessarily have the best design, and which […]
Get Good Book Recommendations
If you’re anything like me, it’s always a little disappointing to finish a good book. Finding a new book can be a task in and of itself. And what if I don’t like said book? Luckily, this website makes it easy to find the next great read.
The 25 Stories Every Woman Should Read from HuffPo
Year-end lists are a dime a dozen, and, admittedly, even the realsimple.com editors shared their favorite stories of 2012. But every now and again, there comes along a reading list that’s really worth your time. Enter: The Huffington Post’s best articles of 2012: The 25 Pieces That Should Be Required Reading for Women. I’ve had the pleasure of reading many […]
Want to Chat Live with Our No-Obligation Book Club Author?
If you’re reading along with us in our No-Obligation Book Club this month, we have a special treat for you. We’re going to be doing a live chat with Robin Sloan the author of Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore. If you’d like to participate in the chat, let us know in the comments on this post or in the comments on our […]
Fun Friday Read: Pages and Polish
Looking for a little distraction this afternoon? Check out this newish Tumblr, Pages and Polish where Jen matches her manicure to some of her favorite book covers. Here are a few of the coolest combos. (Click the images to see the original posts and get info on the polishes used.) Check out the must-have nail colors for the season.
Did You Vote Yet for December?
Hello, Bookies: So much to talk about today! First, of course: the December book poll. Have you voted yet? See the four choices below, take the long holiday weekend to mull over your pick, if you’d like. But make sure that you cast your vote by 11:59 p.m. ET this Sunday, November 25. Second: Beginning with the next post, you’ll […]
