One of the greatest things about books is how they can connect us to people who share similar hobbies and views on life. Reading is not only a great way to escape reality and drift off into another universe, but a fantastic way to connect with other like-minded individuals around the country or even on […]
With the Christmas holidays approaching fast, finding the perfect gift for your friends can certainly be a challenge, no matter how well you know them. As a fellow book lover, your immediate thought (like ours) will be to buy your friend a good read, but do you know what their favourite book genre is or […]
Christmas is one of the happiest times of the year – home with ones you love, home-cooked meals, exchanging gifts and the delicious spread that mum/dad/aunty/uncle lay out on the table for everyone, young and old to tuck into. Many take this as an opportunity to showcase their cooking skills and provide dishes that be […]
If you enjoy Christmas as much as we do, then you’ve already started watching Christmas movies every weekend, decorated your house with sparkling fairy lights and tinsel, and baking gingerbread cookies to celebrate during this wonderful time of the year. If you’re looking for another activity to enhance this season, our list of top festive […]
A must-read book this month is ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo‘ by Taylor Jenkins Reid. A book that goes beyond your typical Hollywood story. A few pages in and the reader is made aware of the various social issues prevalent in late 1950s. The story follows reporter Monique Grant, who is chosen by Evelyn Hugo, […]
As 2021 draws to a close, there’s no better way to escape the busy ‘end of year rush’ than by reading an enthralling book outside in the sun or inside curled up on the couch. Carry A Book members always share book recommendations and insights on the best reads each month, so we’ve gathered a […]
We live in a world predominantly run by technology where we use phones and social media every day to entertain our lives and talk with friends. There are many apps and online platforms to meet someone new, but how often do these platforms actually work to you find us the ‘perfect’ companion? Joining an online […]
Trying to stay connected with friends during the last few years has been challenging, and in times like this remaining connected with the people we care for is more critical than ever. As we approach the two-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdown fatigue is starting to wear us down. Reading has become an escape […]
All around the world, October is commonly a change of season and a time to sit back and relax as we approach the busy Christmas period. Falling in love with a book re-sparks our imagination and gives us a sense of revitalisation as we head into another busy part of the year. Our team and […]
As the pandemic has us spending more time at home and in the kitchen, what better way to embrace this time by learning how to cook homemade pasta or bake a delicious cake? Cooking provides a sense of escapism, and if you’re anything like us and miss travelling, you can visit a new country every […]
