To celebrate Halloween, we asked our bloggers to name the scariest books they’ve ever read, and most of them got the heebie-jeebies just thinking about their answer. They explored the deepest, darkest parts of their minds to recall that story still haunting them today. We recommend these horrifying books with caution—they could make you sleep […]
I grew up in Japan, where, in addition to fireworks and temple festivals, it’s a cultural tradition to tell scary stories during the humid summer months. Spooky stories are popular during that time of year for a couple different reasons. First, Japanese Buddhists believe that spirits return to their ancestral home during the month of […]
Ohhhhh say can you read, by the dawn’s early light? It’s the Fourth of July, and for many it’s a long weekend this year, which means that amidst the barbecues, fireworks, and other fun in the sun, you’ll be able to squeeze in plenty of reading time! To celebrate Independence Day in true book nerd […]
