Readers are dreamers, we love nothing more than nestling into our cosiest nook with a freshly brewed coffee and a book that whisks us away from reality. For the few hours that readers are in literary heaven, they see the world through rose-tinted glasses. We did too… until we read Verity. Romance is her forte, […]
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 […]
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 […]
So much of what we do these days is now online. Over the last year and a half, our work meetings, university classes, coffee dates and trivia nights have all shifted to the digital sphere due to the pandemic. While many of us miss face to face contact and events, there are so many benefits […]
Crime has an element that intrigues us to the point of fascination. While romance, adventure, and fantasy are go-to book genres, many of us are drawn to the thrill of crime, obscurity, and the justice system. Across the web, movies, and other publications we hear about true crime and thrillers that keep us on our toes […]
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 […]
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 […]
