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Month: October 2017

Lizzie Collingham’s THE TASTE OF EMPIRE reviewed in the Economist

“Usually it is assumed that Britain’s empire appeared and then Britain’s food trade—that vast tonnage of tea, flour, sugar, bully beef and Crosse & Blackwell pickle that swept across the…

Abigail Marsh’s THE FEAR FACTOR reviewed in the Wall Street Journal

“This compelling scientific detective story spirals outward into realms that affect everyone. Best of all, [Marsh’s] writing style is vivid and personable.”

not your grandmothers detectives

Not Your Grandmother’s Detectives

Get to know these new, edgy, and interesting detectives.

Where to Find the Best Pizza in Rome

Stereotypes aside, it’s true: Italians love their slices, not only for the dose of melty, crispy deliciousness, but for the convenience. Whether you take yours al taglio (to go), or…

Amsterdam-Oost Self-Guided Walk

Oost (meaning “East”) is perhaps Amsterdam’s most varied and unique neighborhood. The locals have fully embraced this cultural melting pot, and rightly so! Hip and trendy blend seamlessly with classic…

13 Not-So-Scary Picture Books for Halloween

The New York Times: Yes, This Is a Witch Hunt. I’m a Witch and I’m Hunting You.

It is unclear what possessed Woody Allen, of all people, to comment on the accusations of sexual predation against Harvey Weinstein, when he could have just not said anything .…

Dove, Shetterly, Brown, and Baldacci Receive Literary Awards

Hachette x Wattpad: Writer Interviews

Staying Safe in the Waters of Aruba

Make your stay in the Caribbean an enjoyable one! Rosalie Klein offers some safety tips for dipping a toe into the waters of Aruba, whether you plan to be swimming…

The New York Times: America Loves Plausible Deniability

In the end, which is where we live now, it turns out that America was brought low not by war or economic collapse or environmental catastrophe (though none of those…

10 Hauntingly Beautiful Cemeteries to Visit Before Halloween