Independent bookstores had their fair share of hurdles before coronavirus, but thanks to the quote-unquote “new normal” of Covid-19 and social distancing, indie booksellers have had to dramatically reimagine their businesses. When Seattle’s “Shelter in Place” order went into effect on March 24, Third Place Books had to close their physical stores, temporarily furlough some […]
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Prepare for back to school with books
15 bookstagrammers to follow for children’s book recommendations, and 15 picture book recommendations Whether the kids are heading back to school or learning from home, August always brings back fond memories of the smell of sharpened pencils, and a sense of new adventures and opportunities. One of the ways I learned best as a kid […]
Peace Corps mission to Peru spurs a life toward passion and empowerment in educator’s powerful new memoir
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SAN FRANCISCO — To say writer and educator Evelyn Kohl LaTorre has been around the world would be an understatement — she’s visited over 100 countries and counting! But this wanderlust first blossomed at an early age with her love affair with Latin American culture and a yearning for a life full […]
Debut novel uses narrative verse to render a timely, sensitive story about coming of age in a time of crisis
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: NASHVILLE, Tennessee – It’s early in September 2001, and twelve-year-old Abbey is the new kid at school — again. Tennessee is the latest stop her family has made in a series of moves, thanks to her dad’s work in the Army, but this one might be different. For the first time, Abbey […]
Debut author recounts mental health journey to overcome mania and misdiagnosis in “Prozac Monologues”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Willa Goodfellow’s series of edgy, empathic, and comedic essays sheds light on an often-misunderstood mood disorder BEND, Oregon –– She was going to stab her doctor, but she wrote a book instead. In her new book, “Prozac Monologues: A Voice from the Edge” (Aug. 25, 2020, She Writes Press) mental health journalist […]
6 Amazing Book Art Sculptures for National Book Lovers Day
Well-told stories are works of art — and the books that house them can become literal, visual works of art too! In honor of National Book Lovers Day, we’re sharing some of the best examples of book art we’ve come across. From whimsical fairy tale book sculptures, to paper couture, to jaw-dropping literary landscapes, here’s […]
Book a Virtual Vacation with Some of Our Favorite Bookstagrammers
Take a virtual vacation and get some book recommendations, too! Vacation season looks a lot different this year, with most of us spending more time in backyard kiddie pools than at the beach. We put together a list of ten bookstagrammers who make you feel like you’re traveling, and asked them what books transport them! […]
Books Forward BFFs August 2020 Newsletter
Read the latest newsletter featuring our award winning authors and industry news. This issue features upcoming events and book releases! Download the August 2020 newsletter here!
Books Forward August 2020 Newsletter
Read the latest newsletter featuring our award winning authors and industry news. This issue features upcoming events and book releases! Download the August 2020 newsletter here!
7 Weird Coloring Books For National Coloring Book Day
Remember when adult coloring books became a national pastime? Coloring was hyped as the ultimate stress reliever, and every shop from the corner craft store to Target was brimming with coloring books. Whatever happened to that? If there was ever a year where we all needed a little extra relaxation, it’s 2020. And if you’re […]
