Just because Zeus and his pals are the loudest gods, pop culturally speaking, doesn’t mean you should let them be the only mythical figures on your bookshelf. I love books based on Greek mythology, but the bookstore is big and full of wonders, including whole mythological universes that are even more fun to explore through YA. Here are […]
Here’s the thing: I was super-excited to come up with a fun list of YA reads inspired by African mythology. Until I started trying to find some. Honestly, the lack of books delving into these rich cultures and histories is not just astounding, it’s mournful. There are some awesome writers exploring African myth in the […]
There’s always at least a bit of darkness in Kiersten White’s books, and sometimes a lot. In honor of her latest, The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein, I’ve ranked them from darkish to darkest. Let’s descend into the fictional deeps, from a magical story with a touch of danger down to a book that’s basically just […]
There are many ways to find new books to read. Some people like to head to their nearest Barnes & Noble and spend a few hours quietly perusing. Others like to skim through the reviews and order online. Still others prefer to just buy a bunch of new books and then reread Harry Potter for […]