5 Books to Put the Spring Back in Your Dating Step


Updated 03/26/12 4:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Relationship Self Help Books For Spring

Spring is here, which means it's time to take out your cute sundresses and sandals for the warmer dating season. In case you're feeling a bit rusty in the dating department, these five books will help you regain some confidence as well as help you figure out your dating blind spots. Whether you are single and just want to have fun or looking to have a committed relationship, see what you should Read more

Fifty Shades of Grey: Hot Erotic Novels Stirring Controversy


Updated 03/23/12 2:35 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Fifty Shades of Grey Reviews

Forget Twilight, there's a new fantasy book series turning on stay-at-home moms. Taking the No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3 spots on the New York Times digital bestseller list (the paperback comes out next month) is E. L. James's "Fifty Shades" trilogy, which begins with Fifty Shades of Grey and is followed up by Fifty Shades Darker and Fifty Shades Freed. The series, which actually began on a Twilight Read more

Like Hunger Games? Add These Sci-Fi Classics to Your Bookshelf


Updated 03/23/12 9:53 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Battle Royale and Other Books and Movies Like the Hunger Games

If you're like us and read the entire Hunger Games trilogy in a week, you're ready for more novels set within a dystopian future where citizens are nothing but pawns for a totalitarian ruler. Round out your science-fiction collection with these four tales of a frightening fate. Read these books and make sure the future is nothing like what the author warns us about. Photo courtesy of Lionsgate Read more

Romantic Moments in The Hunger Games Movie That Aren't in the Book


Updated 03/23/12 2:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Katniss and Peeta in The Hunger Games Movie

The Hunger Games are finally upon us! While the love triangle between heroine Katniss and her two romantic interests Peeta and Gale runs through the Hunger Games book series, Katniss's best friend Gale really takes a backseat in the first book and movie as it's Peeta she shares the game arena with. We swoon for the lovey moments between Katniss and Peeta in the book (even if some of the Read more

Is Peeta or Gale More Your Type? Take This Quiz to Find Out!


Updated 03/22/12 10:01 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Peeta and Gale in The Hunger Games

Prep your bow and arrow, adjust your mockingjay pin, and get your District-mates ready, The Hunger Games is out this Friday! If you've read the Suzanne Collins-penned trilogy, you know how the love triangle between Katniss, Peeta, and Gale plays out, so seeing the onscreen chemistry between the characters is one of the most anticipated elements of the first film. But if you were in Katniss's Read more

Hunger Games Ideas For Your Wedding, Bachelorette Party, and Bridal Shower


Updated 03/23/12 2:38 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Hunger Games Wedding Ideas

The Hunger Games movie is out this Friday, and for those of you who can't get enough of the Suzanne Collins book trilogy, we've got a treat for you as we wait for the first film's release. Whether you're a bride-to-be, a maid of honor, or just a party planner, we've come up with some creative and fun ways to incorporate The Hunger Games in your wedding celebrations. The book series may be dark, Read more

Spring Reading List: Books to Read Before They're Movies


Updated 03/20/12 10:00 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Books Being Made Into Movies as of Spring 2012

Today is the first day of Spring, and there's much to celebrate: better weather, more holidays, and a whole new slate of books you've got to read before they're adapted to the silver screen. We've got you covered with 10 titles that are sure to fit the bill regardless of your literary taste. But if you're a James Franco fan you're in luck, he's signed on for three of these projects. Click on Read more

Our Favorite Katniss and Peeta Love Quotes From The Hunger Games Book: What Are Yours?


Updated 03/22/12 4:27 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

The Hunger Games Quotes

Anticipation has been building for The Hunger Games to hit the big screen in a couple weeks, with the stars strutting their stuff on the red carpet of the movie's premiere Monday. This week we also got a glimpse of one of our favorite scenes from the book when a clip was released of Peeta talking about Katniss during his interview with Caesar Flickerman. While the love triangle between Katniss, Read more

Unlikely Young Heroines in Literature Who Inspire Us


Updated 03/14/12 4:34 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Books For Girls

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the To Kill a Mockingbird film, and it got us thinking about what an inspiring character little Scout was to us growing up. Some of our favorite "kids" books — that are just as relevant and enjoyable to read today — feature strong, multidimensional heroines who persevered despite being overlooked because of their size, age, and sex. And next Friday, Read more

Baby's First Book! 5 Soft Books to Add to Your Infant's Collection


Updated 03/12/12 3:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Soft Baby Books

Introducing baby to books is a big moment for most mamas, who realize early that their lil ones are naturally attracted to books' bright colors, fun pictures, and chewing potential! Eliminate the drool and bite marks by adding these five soft books (great for travel!) to your collection. Your baby will love the textures, page-flipping potential, and cool extras (teethers!) of each. Clockwise Read more