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From Dracula to The Correspondent, discover why stories told through letters have captivated readers for centuries. Sometimes, the inspiration for exploring an unfamiliar literary concept comes from a book sitting right in front of you. That's exactly what happened when I learned that our local book club's selection for October is The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. The novel tells its story through correspondence, primarily letters and emails, giving readers an intimate loo

A little browsing can lead you beyond your usual reading list. I’m a sci-fi and fantasy kind of guy. I also read business books, but those are about the only genres I usually stick with. Recently, though, I joined a book club. That’s had me reading books I wouldn’t normally pick up—romance, historical fiction, and things outside my usual reading habits. It’s helped open my eyes. I don’t have to give up the genres I love to make room for something different. Sometimes, finding

You want to read something. You might even have a stack of books sitting at home. But nothing sounds quite right. Every reader runs into this eventually. Sometimes you finish a book you loved and have no idea what could possibly follow it. Sometimes you've been reading the same type of book for so long that you're ready for something different. And sometimes you just stand in front of a shelf thinking, I have absolutely no idea what I want to read. The good news is that findi

If you're looking for your next obsession, look no further than these latest releases from Stephen King. For those who love the classics, the 40th Anniversary Special Edition of It is a must-have, featuring updated artwork and a stunning physical design. Check it out here. If you prefer listening to your stories, Wil Wheaton’s new narration of The Body—originally from Different Seasons—brings a fresh voice to a story that shaped a generation. Find it here. We are also buzzing

Raphael, detail of Saint George and the Dragon, 1506. Oil on panel. 11.22 x 8.46 in (285 x 215 cm). Detail. National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C. The other day, I mentioned the genre of “romantasy” to someone who wasn’t aware of the term, and they paused, looking a bit confused. "Wait," they asked, "is that a specific genre now, or are you just reading 19th-century poetry?" It was the perfect opening to explain that while "Romanticism" is a classic era of art and literatur

As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, there's no better way to get into the Halloween spirit than by curling up with a good book. Forget the jump scares and gory movies—sometimes the most chilling and immersive experience comes from the pages of a novel. This list of 31 Halloween reads is guaranteed to get anyone in the mood for the holiday, emphasizing books with strong autumnal themes, eerie atmospheres, and classic supernatural vibes. Whether you're into witche

The Shelf Care Book Club ETX is heading into it's third month with a classic noir title, The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler. This is one...

Our first meeting of the Shelfcare Book Club of ETX led by Kasey Habecker was last Wednesday and we're off to a good start, I think....

No time to read? Let’s fix that. We get it—life is busy. Between work, errands, family, and everything else, it can feel impossible to...