Reader Blog

I’ve always loved reading a story written in first person. Now, after writing eight novels and receiving hundreds of emails from my readers, I believe I understand why the voice of first person is one I love to read as well as write.

If you’re a reader, you have one or perhaps two to-be-read piles—one pile of books and/or a Kindle, Nook or other E-reader full. So how do you organize all those books?

If you’re looking for some last-minute Valentine’s Day gift ideas for your special someone who loves books, you’ve come to the right place!

It’s time for readers to stand up and demand time to indulge their fantasies and dreams. Go on a reader retreat!

The general advice you often see is that readers love a series, but I started writing linked stories instead. What books with linked characters have you enjoyed reading?

If you’re a book lover, chances are you have a lot of hard copy books to store. Here are 6 ideas on how to organize your bookshelves, along with some additional tips.

Looking for stocking stuffer ideas for book lovers? This list is a great way to find gifts for those book lovers in your life—or to send on to others so they know what you would like!

As an avid reader, I’ve often dreamed of my ideal home library. This is what my dream looks like. What about yours?

Have you ever lost track of a favorite book from your childhood because you can’t remember the title or author? Here are a few tips we’ve used when searching for a lost book we love. 

You’ve come together with your book-loving besties, but what happens when the discussion starts to drag? It can always be helpful to have a stock list of questions on hand to liven up the dialogue.

Telling and retelling stories. We all do it, whether you’re a bestselling fiction writer or a 9–5 office worker.

Young adult novels are not just for teens anymore (if they ever were). Here are five reasons you might want to add the young adult genre to your reading list.

She’s an Oscar winning actress, a fashionable clothing designer, a prolific producer, and now she’s about to become your new book-loving bestie.

I often get asked how the idea for a book comes about, so I thought I’d share a little bit about this sometimes painful, always unpredictable, adventure with you.

Read on to discover my top 5 places to read! What are some of your favorite reading nooks? Let me know in the comments!

If you love to read and talk about what you’ve read, you may want to start a book club. Here are some steps to help you get started!

As an author, I’m often asked by readers and interviewers to recommend my favorite books. Read on to discover my top must-read books in 5 different genres.

Do you have a fictional bucket list? Here’s mine!

Books can take us places inside our minds and bodies that we weren’t even aware existed. If you’re looking for something to touch your soul, leave you heartbroken, and change your perspective, look no further. Here are the 7 heartbreaking books that will change your life.