Because books are one of our favorite gifts to give and receive, our houses are lined with some of the best geek reads. While not necessarily the most portable of books, the coffee table book, with its glossy pictures and random trivia, is a fun way to round out a collection of imaginative novels Whether you always have your head tilted toward the stars or have a passion for photography, one of these eight books will find a perfect spot in your living room.
Having sex, giving up sex, stalking other people's sex lives: these are the themes for some of the steamy new books catching our eye this August. You won't see these romantic and provocative page-turners on back-to-school reading lists — but you're a grown-up, so let loose. There's a karaoke-themed collection of nonfiction essays on love, a female-penned memoir about choosing to be celibate, and a heartwrenching historical romance novel. Check out the most promising new releases now, and don't worry, there won't be a pop quiz.
— Additional reporting by Lisette Mejia
When we looked into where The Bachelor couples are now, we were surprised to see so many authors from the bunch. And while some of the past contestants from the Bachelor franchise have gone the expected route — writing about their personal experiences on the show — others penned books from surprising genres. There's something for everyone here, from a historical novel to children's fiction to a recently released poetic memoir (spoiler alert: it's by Chris and Des). And stay tuned for another bachelor book on the horizon. Ben Flajnik's ex and villain of his season Courtney Robertson is working on a tell-all memoir that she calls "100 Shades of Grey." Can't wait. Check out some of the other books by former bachelors and bachelorettes now!
Perhaps you already frequent your neighborhood farmers market for the freshest seasonal produce and humanely raised organic meat. But have you taken the time to assess the reasoning (aside from taste) behind these lifestyle choices? Keep reading for our favorite picks for educating oneself on the politics of the plate.
School's almost back in session — have you finished your Summer reading? We may no longer have the pressure of a required reading list to motivate us to dive into the classics, but without the stress of potential pop quizzes or book reports hanging over us, there's all the more reason to leisurely revisit the books of our elementary and high school days. Whether it's been years since you read it or you finished it yesterday, channel your inner teacher by grading each of these required reading books. And if you've yet to cross these classics off your to-read list, then this season of sharpened pencils and chalkboards is the time to do it! Now get that red pen out and dive into back-to-school books, from Shakespeare to Steinbeck.
If you're looking for a new book, no matter what your fancy, we've got you covered. POPSUGAR editors are highlighting their favorite Summer reads, including everything from fiction to memoirs to suspenseful thrillers. Covering a range of topics and genres, our editors' picks feature brand-new hits, like J.K. Rowling's latest, plus classic books you can't put down. Ready to refresh your Summer reading list? Stock your shelves (or fill your ereader) with our editors' favorite page-turners!
Austenland, the adaptation of Shannon Hale's novel about a Jane Austen devotee on the hunt for her own Mr. Darcy, is out this weekend. The book and the film take place at a Jane Austen theme park for the truly obsessed fans of the famed English author — known as Janeites. If you or your girlfriends would gladly don Georgian attire and recite lines from Pride and Prejudice, these fun gifts are sure to delight. Channel Jane with these romantic goodies:
Jane Austen created some of the most rich, complicated female characters in literary history, which is one of the reasons she's so celebated, even today. The film Austenland, out this weekend, looks into the fandom of the famous author. In honor of Jane Austen's return to the spotlight, we've gathered thoughtful, witty, and poignant lines from her greatest leading ladies like Pride and Prejudice's biting protagonist, Elizabeth Bennet. We could all take a cue in British charm and wit from the likes of Emma Woodhouse, Mary Crawford, and Marianne Dashwood. So let's step into the slippers of Jane Austen's heroines to find out what they had to say about romance, wealth, friendship, and more!
It seems fit to honor famed author Jane Austen today, as a film all about her most obsessed fans, Austenland, hits theaters this weekend. Unlike Emily Dickinson, much is unknown about the prolific writer from Bath, England. If we don't know her through her novels, then we know her through the movie adaptations: loose interpretations of her work like Bridget Jones's Diary and Clueless or the biographically based Becoming Jane. But let's focus on her novels — which do you love the most?
Romance novelist Danielle Steel turns 65 today. As the fourth-bestselling author of all time, Danielle has an impressive literary track record, and she definitely knows how to live glamorously — whether she's in France, New York, or San Francisco. The fashionable five-time divorcée is mother to socialites-slash-models Vanessa and Victoria Traina, along with seven additional children, one of whom passed away in 1997. She has had a busy 66 years, to say the least, and, lucky for us, Danielle Steel has given interviews along the way. To learn more about Danielle's views on texting, fame, youthful indiscretions, birthdays, and more, check out some of her best quotes on her life as a romance novelist.
