Father’s Day is that special day to recognize those who helped raise us into who we are today. While relationships with our fathers can be some of the most complicated, they can also be examples of the deepest and most authentic love out there. We know, it’s stressful to find a present that says “I love you” and “thanks for being my dad.” We also know that books never fail as the perfect present for your pa! The next step is finding the book. Here are 8 books that are perfect gifts for the upcoming holiday: 1. The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin …
When riding the subway in New York, what do bookworms need more than air conditioning or sufficient leg room? A book, of course! Luckily, the transit system is providing all you sweaty New Yorkers with a new way to enjoy your literature (for free!) on your daily commute. The new “Subway Library” initiative will provide commuters with 6 weeks of free downloadable books from the public libraries. To promote the program, brightly decorated trains will appear throughout the city with painted images of books adorning the walls. After logging on to the wifi available at every subway station, commuters …
Things did not go as planned for English Prime Minister Theresa May on Thursday. After calling an impromptu election to increase the Conservative Party’s majority in the British parliament, May and the Conservatives faced a disastrous loss. While she holds a number of controversial opinions about the future of Britain and has received backlash for those opinions, many continue to comment on her gender, showing that being a woman in politics, regardless of political stance, is incredibly tough. On Twitter, some trolls reacted to the election by ignoring May’s politics, and calling her sexist names. Coming to her defense, J.K. Rowling (who has …
Mary Poppins Returns, the sequel to the 1964 classic, is set to come out December 2018. Directed by Rob Marshall, the musical comedy will star Emily Blunt, Meryl Streep and Colin Firth. We haven’t heard much about the movie, but to tide us over, the new issue of Entertainment Weekly will feature an exclusive first look at the highly anticipated reboot. Concept art reimagines where the Banks family resides on Cherry Street Lane. Joel Dawson will play the role of Mr. Banks, Jane will be portrayed by Emily Mortimer, and Emily Blunt will take on the iconic role of …
Since Harry received his acceptance letter to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, we’ve been waiting for a letter of our own. Our time has finally come. The Bothwell School of Witchcraft will open at Herstmonceux Castle to all Harry Potter fans this August! The magical experience consists of a three-night stay where guests will be sorted into houses, have the opportunity to explore the grounds, take lessons, and attend banquets. They will also be provided with robes and a wand, to really understand what it feels like to study at a wizardry school like Hogwarts. And it will all take place in …
