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The Literary Lifestyle

by Jules Buono

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New celebrity book club picks announced today!

Hi Reader, Today, Oprah and Good Morning America announced their newest book club picks! Oprah's is a follow-up to a popular 2009 book and movie, and GMA's is a time travel romance novel that bends genres. This follows up last week's celebrity book club announcements from Reese Witherspoon (a spicy romance novel getting a lot of buzz) and Read with Jenna (a book on my list that many are calling a book of the year). Get the scoop on all four new picks on The Literary Lifestyle. Show Me the...

2 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, It's one week from Mother's Day, and I've got literary ideas for you! Whether you're gifting a mom or you want to drop some hints for yourself, you'll love: The Best Books for Mother's Day Gifts 2024 and The Most Relaxing Gifts for Women (my most popular gift guide!) This year, there's an extra special exclusive deal in there for readers of The Literary Lifestyle: Naked Wines: A fun wine subscription with a smart algorithm is offering 6 bottles for $39.99 or 12 bottles for $79.99...

4 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, This May, in my book club, The Rory Gilmore Book Club, we are reading "popular" books from the Gilmore Girls book list. This prompt was a reader request, and I think it’s a great one. Part of what inspired me to take the Rory Gilmore Reading Challenge myself was to read all the popular books I had missed out on when the show aired and I was busy with schoolwork. I want to understand all the references! On the blog are ten books popular generally AND with members of our book club...

8 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, Happy Independent Bookstore Day! Independent bookstores are vital to your local economy. In fact, I'm scheduled to attend an author event at one today! This has been a great way for me to make like-minded events as an adult. But, your indie bookstores often struggle to compete with big box stores, particularly online. (For example, Amazon can take losses on books because they make up the profits elsewhere. Your local indie cannot.) To celebrate this holiday, learn more about why...

12 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, Google has reported that Patti Smith is being more Google searched than ever before. The 2010 National Book Award Winner was referenced both subtly and not so subtly on Taylor Swift's new album. I break down all the references (including Patti's famous book) and how Patti Smith responded in this new article on The Literary Lifestyle. Check it out for the full scoop! All About Taylor and Patti Remember, it's a good day to read a book. -Jules

14 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, When Emily Henry releases a new contemporary romance novel, it's practically guaranteed to be a #1 bestseller. Today's release of Funny Story should be no different. I fully expect it to be one of the top "it" books of the season. I read an advanced copy recently, and I found it to have some of her best quippy dialogue as well as fun romantic leads. (She's kind of a modern Nora Ephron.) Head to The Literary Lifestyle for my full review of Funny Story plus rankings of all Emily...

16 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, Did you listen to Taylor Swift's new album, The Tortured Poets Department this weekend?! I sure did. And, as she's known to do, she made oodles of literary references in her lyrics. I compiled and explained the best ones for you HERE. Check it out! The Tortured Poets Department: Book References Remember, it's a good day to read a book. -Jules

17 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, Did you read One Hundred Years of Solitude by Nobel Prize winner Gabriel Garcia Marquez? Or has this classic always been on your list? I read it last year as part of The Rory Gilmore Book Club reading challenge. While many people consider this classic an all-time favorite, I struggled with it because many of the characters have the same name. (C'mon, Marquez!) Oddly enough, that's what intrigues me most about the upcoming Netflix adaptation. I'll finally be able to fill in the...

21 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, Women's historical fiction author Kristin Hannah is always one of the most popular authors, and it seems she's reached peak popularity off the heels of her recent release of the bestseller, The Women. If you love her books as much as I do, then you'll love these authors like Kristin Hannah. On the post linked, I share my top book recommendations for each one and compare them to your favorite Kristin Hannah books too. Find your next five-star author here! Authors Like Kristin Hannah...

22 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, I recently updated my list of the best psychological thrillers to make it a short and sweet list of only the best 15 of all time. It's a collection of hits worldwide, with readers of The Literary Lifestyle, AND with me. It's now a highly curated must-read list for thriller aficionados. If that's you, check it out. Feel free to leave a comment too! I tend to think some may disagree with my Riley Sager choice, but I also think you'll agree on a lot, and maybe even find something new...

26 days ago • 1 min read
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