4 Quirky Nonfiction Reads To Inspire Your Next Book
Article and recommendations by non-binary YA fantasy writer Ennis Bashe
AUTHOR: Bookstr Contributor
8 Inspiring Memoirs You May Not Have Heard Of
Real life stories are among the most inspiring out there. There is so much to learn from each individual human experience, and memoirs remind us that each person we meet can teach us to grow in a new way. Here are eight super inspiring memoirs you may not have heard of, but need to check out! Too Much of Not Enough by Jane Pollak “In vivid, intelligent prose, Jane Pollak chronicles her journey from quiet, people-pleasing good girl to the successful artist, entrepreneur, and woman living her best life that she is today. Without melodrama or self-pity, she …
Booze & Books(tr): Shots in Respect of Our Fallen Avengers!
It’s Thirsty Thursday, and Bookstr is bringing you Booze & Books, our newest weekly feature dedicated to drinking games and booze-book pairings. This week, we’ll be changing it up for all you comic book fans! Given the hype of Avengers: Endgame, we wanted a booze pairing that would get you SUPER lit. (Yes, it’s a superhero pun.) If you think you might need a drink before OR after you see the movie, this is the place to start. Friends, read up & drink up. By the end of this list, these pages won’t be the only thing turnt. Remember: drink …
These 6 Amazing Infographics Show the Best Books With the Worst Adaptations
It’s happened to us all: you’re all excited for your favorite book to become a movie and then— it sucks. It’s among life’s deepest heartbreaks. It’s so upsetting, in fact, that Bookstr’s amazing designer Leandra Pearson has made these incredible infographics about some of the best books with the worst reviewed movie adaptations! 1. Ender’s Game by orson scott card 2. The Great Gatsby by f. scott fitzgerald 3. The Dark Tower by stephen king 4. The Hobbit by j.r.r. tolkein 5. Percy Jackson and the Lightening Thief by rick riordan 6. Beautiful …
8 Thrillers for Your Beach Bag This Summer
These eerie page-turners from debut and bestselling authors are sure-fire summer hits. 1. LAYOVER by David Bell Publication Date: July 2nd “In the hands of a master of suspense like Bell, a chance flirtation at an airport leads to a fast-paced novel filled with turbulence. Make sure your belt is fastened and enjoy! Bell is at his best.”—Kaira Rouda, USA Today bestselling author of Best Day Ever In this high concept psychological suspense novel from USA Today bestselling author David Bell, a chance meeting—and passionate kiss—with a beautiful woman in an airport sends a man on a pulse-pounding quest for the truth. 2. …