The Power of Books
When the 24th of Feb comes around, we all know it’s Valentine’s Day. If you’re looking for something unusual to do this V-Day and your significant other happens to be a reader… Well, you’ll be pleased to know that the 14th is also International Book Giving Day.
How Reading Can Help Your Mental Health
When we’re struggling to stay positive and the down days seem to last longer than the good days, a bit of escapism may be just what we need.
How Reading Can Help You Find Solace During Anxious Times
As someone who suffers from general anxiety the majority of the time, I’ve had to lean on a few techniques to help me navigate the discomfort of the weirdest year and 7 months of our lives.
Books To Read In One Sitting
Whether you feel like you’re way too busy to read, need to boost that Goodreads reading goal up ASAP, or just want to sink your teeth into a snappy story without commitment- we’ve got your back. Not all great works of literature have to span 500 pages to be impactful, so I’ve compiled a list of the best works of fiction that you can devour within a day. From childhood favourites to iconic classics, we’ve covered it all. They may be short, but these stories will stick with you forever.
What To Read This Summer
We are well and truly into summer now and the British weather has finally got the memo. A lot of us won’t get the chance to lounge around the pool, but what could be better than reading a good book whilst being scorched by the English sun? Grab your shades, make yourself an iced coffee and switch off your brain with these recently released reads…
International Relaxation Day
It has been a challenging year and a half for most of us. The series of lockdowns and restrictions on our lives have taken a huge toll on our mental health and wellbeing.
Self-Help Books For Your Collection
Self-help books are a great way to build your knowledge on an area of interest, specifically from someone else’s perspective.
Autumn Pamper Night Ideas
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]A[/eltd_dropcaps]utumn is now officially here, where the weather gets colder and the evenings get darker. Some of us may need some extra pampering and self-care to get through the next few months and with everything that’s going on in the world we all deserve a little treat, so here are five ways to pamper yourself at home.
The Best Songs To Listen To Whilst Reading
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]L[/eltd_dropcaps]istening to music whilst reading isn’t for everyone. Some people like to be in complete silence, with nothing but the sound of a flick of each page. Yet others find relaxation in having a soft, melodic sound surrounding them, as they indulge in a good book. If listening to music whilst reading, is something that interests you, then I would highly recommend this list of […]
Book Club
[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]A[/eltd_dropcaps]s lockdown continues, the boredom grows and I personally, feel like I am lacking the motivation to want to learn new skills or get things done. However, I feel like this quarantine period is a perfect time to pick up reading. Whether you finish a whole book in 2 days or just read a chapter each night before bed, reading can help stimulate your brain. I have always loved reading as I feel like it is an escape, especially from these uncertain, scary times as it helps your imagination run freely.
Here are a few books I have read over isolation which I would highly recommend: