Today, our lives are consumed by social media and networking apps and consequently, meaningful conversations are often hard to find. 2020 has bought about a ‘new normal’ in the social landscape due to social distancing and lockdown restrictions. Over the past month, there has been a resurgence for books and social media apps that connects […]
Whether you would consider yourself an avid reader or have never finished a book before, it is safe to say that 2020 has allowed most to read more books than they probably ever have before. With many having copious amounts of spare time, there is only so much social media scrolling and Netflix watching that […]
I’m sure we can all agree that there is no better feeling than finishing a book. The accomplishment of turning over the last page, the satisfaction of having all your many questions answered and the rush of excitement as you begin to brainstorm which book you will be starting next! Books have been an incredibly […]
Swipe, like, match and chat, we know the drill. We have all dated and we have all ghosted. Here’s why the era of dating apps is coming to an end. If you are single or have been in the past five years, here’s a high possibility that you’ve tried online dating. In this day […]
We all need friends who will be there for us when we need them. Friends are there to listen to your thoughts, comfort you and give you advice without any judgement. While our friends are the support system we need, it is no surprise that books can also fulfil the duties of real friends. Books […]
While social-distancing guidelines are crucial in reducing further spread of COVID-19, these measures can also have significant adverse impacts on our health. For many, having fewer physical social interactions may result in more loneliness. Severe loneliness can be harmful for both our mental and physical wellbeing and therefore it is necessary for us to manage […]
Not all books can make a great movie, but here are some exceptions. Books and movies go way back in time and its always magical to see your favourite characters come to live on screen. While not every movie that is recreated from novels live up to the fan’s expectations, movie-based books are a […]
Reading is one of the best ways to pass the ‘lockdown’ hours and provides the ideal form of escapism while most of us are stuck in our homes. Reading helps us exercise our minds and can reduce stress. While this current time is filled with uncertainty and frustration, reading can play a part in keeping […]
Any avid reader can tell you that books help to develop your thoughts, teach new lessons and provide you with novel and interesting knowledge, all the while keeping your mind active and engaged. Some read for self-improvement, others to become more open-minded and some, just to relax and unwind. Books fulfil a plethora of purposes […]
Easter 2020, hopefully the first and last quarantine Easter. With many Australians practising isolation with less things to do, why not bury your nose in something more thought-provoking. Here are 10 book suggestions intended to open you mind to the fundamentals of the Easter holiday, investigating why we celebrate, the history behind the millennia old […]
