2024-04-20 17:07
If you’re a book lover, chances are you’ve experienced binge reading. Binge reading is when you read large amounts of text at one time.
If you’re a binge reader, you may re… Read More
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A blog for readers. Includes book lists, recommendations, reviews, quizzes, and other fun content for book worms.
2024-04-03 03:07
Hello, fellow book dragons!
We have another fun giveaway to announce this year: the Ultimate Ebook Reader Giveaway!
This giveaway is loaded with everything you need for a cozy night of readi… Read More
2024-03-03 00:57
A book hangover. Maybe you’ve heard of the term, maybe you haven’t, but if you’re a reader, you’ve probably experienced it. A book hangover happens when you finish a… Read More
2024-02-12 15:46
We’re passionate about connecting the right readers to the right books, and we’ve focused on doing this by sending readers discounted ebook deals that match their preferences.&nb&hell…Read More
2024-01-12 21:50
I’ve noticed a disturbing attitude among some readers: some believe that pirating ebooks doesn’t hurt the author. This couldn’t be further from the truth. As an avid reader… Read More
2023-12-19 01:01
Early summer, 1976. They sat on the front porch of the small split-level house as the sun dipped below the horizon. The beginnings of another New England summer. The old man slowly inhaled h… Read More
2023-12-03 05:42
In today’s digital age, the world of literature and reading has undergone a significant transformation. Traditional print books are now accompanied by their digital counterparts, offer… Read More
2023-11-26 08:29
Looking for books that’ll help you become a better parent and raise a child who will one day be a responsible, happy, thriving adult? I know I need all the help I can get on this topic… Read More
2023-11-18 05:52
Attention, book dragons and literature lovers! We’re thrilled to announce a celebration of all things literary with our exclusive $500 Book Shopping Spree Giveaway!
At Book Cave, we un… Read More
2023-11-11 07:31
“Have you started your Christmas shopping?” I know we haven’t even had Thanksgiving yet, but if your friends are anything like mine, you will already have heard that questi… Read More
2023-11-04 03:49
In the digital age, the world of literature has undergone a remarkable transformation. With the advent of free ebooks, readers now have access to an extensive collection of literary works sp… Read More
2023-10-28 07:34
One of my earliest memories is not of colorful play blocks, or a mobile circling over my head in my crib. Long before I could understand the world around me, much less the concept of ghosts… Read More
2023-10-21 05:22
Hello readers!
My name is Emory Gayle and I am a fantasy romance author.
Romance. Now, there’s a word that used to turn my nose straight up. I loathed the idea of the romance genre so… Read More
2023-10-13 21:13
Art, in all forms, imitates life: the good, the bad, the ugly, as well as the miraculous. The books we read are just one type of expression and can open up or heal wounds. Reading is no… Read More
2023-10-07 04:52
Hello from Becca Kabelis, paranormal romance author with Clan Whelan Publishing.
I am beyond excited to bring you my first series, the Ascent of the Witch Trilogy!
But before I tell you more… Read More
2023-09-29 15:43
Books are a portal to different worlds, a sanctuary for the restless mind, and often a significant line item in a budget. For the book aficionado, the desire for the latest releases or timel… Read More
2023-09-22 21:23
As a passionate reader of historical fiction, I have always been captivated by the works of celebrated authors such as Patrick O’Brian, Mark Helprin, and Robert Harris. Their ability t… Read More
2023-09-15 22:53
What do My Cousin Vinny and Atticus Finch have in common? A lot more than you might think. While Atticus Finch’s closing argument in To Kill a Mockingbird continues to inspire viewers… Read More
2023-09-09 06:18
Reading is of paramount importance for children as it plays a pivotal role in their overall development and academic success. Reading introduces children to new worlds, broadens their perspe… Read More
2023-09-02 04:23
It can be intimidating to write a review, and the process doesn’t come naturally to everyone. Readers even say it’s irritating when the seller immediately sends an email asking f… Read More
2023-08-25 22:53
I wrote Love Awakens You: A Surprisingly Refreshing Guide on Reconnecting with Peace, Happiness and Self-Confidence to be unlike other inspirational books. You are not required to do any aff… Read More
2023-08-19 02:08
Feel-good fiction offers an escape from real life, including the 24/7 news cycle of tragedy. The positive resolutions and uplifting endings remind us that despite the inevitability of traged… Read More
2023-08-13 04:05
Fiction can help us deal with difficult emotions and allow us a safe space to examine our own fears. In a society that avoids talking about death, novels open up a dialogue with a deeper par… Read More
2023-08-06 05:13
A readers, we usually take book covers for granted. If it’s uninteresting, we pass it over. If it catches our eye, we look further—at the author, at the blurb, at the price. The… Read More
2023-07-28 15:10
Greetings, dear readers. I’m Dr. Moussa Leblouba, a professor of Civil and Structural Engineering at the University of Sharjah, UAE. My professional journey has been one filled with re… Read More
2023-07-21 21:07
Book box subscriptions for kids can be a great way to increase the amount of reading your kids do and encourage reluctant readers.
Reading is an undeniably crucial component of children&rsqu&hell…Read More
2023-07-15 23:18
We’ve previously covered the best book box subscriptions for beautiful, custom-edition books. Now, we’ll cover the book box subscriptions that are the best for improving your rea… Read More
2023-07-01 02:53
In today’s fast-paced world, where our smartphones and tablets have become extensions of ourselves, accessing books on the go has never been easier. Thanks to the wonders of technology… Read More
2023-06-27 07:54
The impact of free ebooks on the field of education and the pursuit of lifelong learning is incredible. They have revolutionized access to knowledge, expanded educational opportunities, and… Read More
2023-06-20 06:49
The way children engage with literature is evolving. Free ebooks for kids have emerged as a powerful tool, providing access to a vast library of children’s literature at no cost. These… Read More
2023-06-11 04:24
The legality of free ebooks and their availability depends on various factors, including the copyright status of the book, the platform or website providing the ebook, and the permissions gr… Read More
2023-06-06 01:08
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, commonly known as “Alice in Wonderland,” is a novel written by Lewis Carroll (the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson) and first publishe… Read More
2023-05-27 05:35
Since we work with authors and publishers daily to provide free ebooks to our readers, we get a lot of questions about free ebooks.
Lots of readers wonder if this is legal, how authors are m… Read More
2023-05-20 06:16
James Patterson was born March 22, 1947, in Newburg, New York. He is a bestselling author who is mainly known for mysteries and thrillers, but he has also written historical fiction, romance… Read More
2023-05-05 22:36
The bonds I have with my brothers and sister are the most enduring family connections I’ve experienced. We didn’t compete for our parents’ love and attention but joined tog… Read More
2023-04-29 18:32
The Harry Potter series is famous for having a huge cast of loveable characters, but out of them all, one stands above the rest—Hermione Granger. This muggle-born witch is the smartest… Read More
2023-04-21 21:58
Harry Potter, as one of the biggest book and movie franchises in the world, definitely has its fair share of funny moments. Due to its large audience and general popularity, the internet has… Read More
2023-04-14 17:44
You’ve likely heard of Alice in Wonderland. Lewis Caroll’s novel Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland was published in 1865 and has inspired many spin-offs, including a Di… Read More
2023-04-07 17:05
You’ve likely heard of Stephen King, but if you haven’t, here are some quick facts.
Stephen King was born in Portland, Maine in 1947, and he currently lives between Maine and Flo… Read More
2023-03-16 07:14
Do you enjoy highlighting books you’re reading? If you highlight, do you only highlight nonfiction books, or do you also highlight books you’re reading for pleasure?
Highlighting… Read More
2023-02-22 22:11
Your first thoughts about gothic fiction may not include vicious, thriving plant life. But if you’re a nature-lover, I invite you to take a closer look at the subgenre called “bo… Read More
2023-02-17 20:53
On May 3, 2022, Harvest House published my book Your Finances God’s Way and the accompanying workbook.
I had to be familiar with the other finance books on the market, including discu… Read More
2023-02-11 05:56
Imagine a day of running around Hollywood Studios of Disney World in Orlando, Florida. You’ve been there since rope-drop, snacking on the most expensive and delicious treats, running a… Read More
2023-02-01 00:15
Do you know what’s even better than reading a book? Funny book lover memes! Today we’re going to list our favorite bookworm memes to hopefully brighten your day. So sit back, rel… Read More
2023-01-08 10:00
Do you like to read in bed? I love reading under the cozy covers. Here are a few pros and cons of reading in bed that I’ve discovered. Are there any you can add to the list?
Pros:
You… Read More
2022-12-31 06:40
Do you make New Year’s Resolutions? I used to try that, but I kind of gave up. Too easy to make and break promises to myself, so why do that to? But this year, I thought I would make a… Read More
2022-12-19 22:52
Examples of Special Edition Books from Different Book Boxes and Retailers.
Have you heard about book box subscriptions? Or maybe you’ve seen gorgeous special edition books popping up e… Read More
2022-12-17 07:14
This month’s reading challenge centers around the weather: read a book set in winter! If you’re not into holiday-themed fiction, there are plenty of books set in winter without t… Read More
2022-11-19 05:29
You love Christmas! You look forward to settling in with hot chocolate, marshmallows, and fabulous reading. This list offers some books to lessen the stress of what to pick and give joy to t… Read More
2022-11-05 04:54
How I Became Horse Crazy
I was brought up in a small coastal town in northern California. One day, a travelling photographer turned up with a horse trailer and a small black and white pinto… Read More
2022-10-08 05:56
Dancing. It’s one of the fundamental things that societies do which helps define an era. Dancing in the 1960s does not look like dancing from the 1940s, or from the 1860s, or from the… Read More
2022-10-02 21:37
This month’s reading challenge is to read a book whose title is exactly 3 words long. That even includes small words like articles and prepositions.
Here are some books I’ve enjo… Read More
2022-09-27 15:53
As romance readers, we love that each new turn of the page will bring our two characters together or send them farther apart. We love finding our favorite character is going to get the guy o… Read More
2022-09-23 19:57
The Little Prince is a novella written by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. You might know it by its French title: Le Petit Prince,or the movie adaptation. The children’s story was orig… Read More
2022-09-16 22:38
To me, one of the best things about reading is being submerged in an unfamiliar world, learning new things, and experiencing situations that can help me relate to others. Since September is… Read More
2022-09-10 00:28
Clothing. It’s why people love historical or fantasy dramas on TV, and it’s part of the fun of reading historical fiction. Hoopskirts and corsets sound so sexy and romantic. Just… Read More
2022-08-26 16:51
I’m sure you’ve heard of Winnie-the-Pooh, but just in case you haven’t, here’s a recap: Winnie-the-Pooh is a very popular illustrated kid’s series written by A… Read More
2022-08-12 21:28
Life can be chaotic, but a cozy reading spot can help you relax, sit back, and enjoy that book. (Go on, you deserve it!)
What do you think makes a reading spot cozy? Is it the location? The… Read More
2022-08-06 09:46
To celebrate school starting in August, this month’s reading challenge is to read a book that is somehow related to schooling. It may take place in a school, or feature a schoolteacher… Read More
2022-07-30 03:52
It’s a scenario familiar to everyone: you’re breathlessly racing along in a story, dying to find out what happens and then—BAM! It just . . . stops. If you want to know the… Read More
2022-07-22 16:41
As a reader, are you assuming that the historical fiction you are reading is accurate? Do you care?
I’m assuming there are people are going to answer yes to both questions, and people… Read More
2022-07-18 08:36
If you love reading books on your Android phone with the Kindle app, you may have discovered that as of June 2022 you can no longer buy ebooks on Amazon through the Kindle app. This isn&rsqu&hell…Read More
2022-07-08 23:41
This month’s reading challenge is to read a book with 400 pages! This may be a stretch for you, or it may be a breeze, but will you do it?
Of course, finding a books with exactly 400 p… Read More
2022-07-03 06:36
Some book lovers swear by reading multiple books at once, while others will only read one at a time. So what are the pros and cons of this reading habit?
Pros
You get variety when reading.
I… Read More
2022-06-18 21:35
You’ve likely heard of Dave Ramsey, the finance coach. After all, 7 of his most popular books have published more than 11 million copies all together!
Who Is Dave Ramsey?
Ramsey was bo… Read More
2022-06-05 07:53
We’re starting monthly reading challenges!
For this month, we challenge you to read a book outside of the genre you normally read. For example, if you normally read fantasy, then… Read More
2022-05-29 18:29
Which statement best describes you?
I'm impulsive and love new adventures.
I love my friends and would do anything for them… Read More
2022-05-23 03:32
George Orwell is the pen name for Eric Arthur Blair. You’ve probably heard of his most popular books, 1984 and Animal Farm.
Who is George Orwell?
George Orwell was born in 1903 in Indi… Read More
2022-05-14 04:49
Your friend plans on breaking the rules and sneaking into school to pull a prank. What do you do?
Stay behind. I'm not getting in trouble!… Read More
2022-04-29 16:25
If you have young children, you may have heard about Usborne books in your search for fun picture books to buy your kids. The official title of the company is Usborne Books and More. It was… Read More
2022-04-22 17:02
Choosing a top five favorite horses in fiction is a tough order, and I think everyone’s list could be totally different, but after weighing cultural impact alongside my personal impact… Read More
2022-04-16 08:00
Structure has always been one of the most important aspects of a novel to me. The frame novel style is one of my favorites, whether I’m reading or writing. I first discovered this tech… Read More
2022-04-02 06:05
These days, I often have a Kindle Vella story open on one of my tabs, waiting until my next break. I can easily squeeze an episode or three into my schedule. The authors appreciate any… Read More
2022-03-25 22:11
Isn’t it magical how ebooks appear, available for reading (or deleting if they fall short)? Of course you know that happens because authors are busy writing them.
But what about those… Read More
2022-03-19 07:25
It’s natural for parents to worry about their children’s cognitive development since they’ve been attending classes online for a while—and for some households, this s… Read More
2022-03-12 07:22
Here are 5 of what I think are the worst book to movie adaptations ever. What are yours?
The Hunger Games
I never read or watched The Hunger Games growing up. In all honesty, I always though… Read More
2022-03-05 05:33
Struggling with mental and emotional health issues as a teenager is a hard, dark, and devastating road if you go it alone. Just hearing myself say that brings back memories of the hopelessne… Read More
2022-02-25 18:23
When Lee Child set out to create a new character back in the distant 90s, he decided straight away that he didn’t want the anti-hero type currently in vogue: someone struggling with de… Read More
2022-02-20 06:13
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You’re taking a class and are assigned a group project. When you meet together with your group, you
Take control and le… Read More
2022-02-12 00:59
After a long day at work, or a week dealing with stresses left and right, there’s no better way to prepare for the future than to rest and recuperate with a variety of self-care method… Read More
2022-02-05 05:56
It’s very hard to pinpoint exactly when I started to enjoy reading. I have it on good authority that I liked to read before I even knew how, as evidenced by a picture I have of my todd… Read More
2022-01-22 03:23
David Farland (the pen name for David Wolverton) passed away on January 14, 2022, at the age of 64, after falling down the stairs and suffering a hemorrhagic stroke.
David was well known for… Read More
2022-01-08 05:27
The Percy Jackson books are popular young adult fantasy books with Greek mythology. I highly recommend this series if you like fantasy!
The Backstory
The Percy Jackson series came about beca… Read More
2022-01-01 02:17
If you’re a fan of Isaac Asimov’s books, or are looking to try them, or just love science fiction, then you’re reading the right post! Here are our a few favorite Isaac Asi… Read More
2021-12-18 06:40
Want to travel the world via books? Here are 34 books across several genres that will allow you to do just that! Which have you read?
Europe
Norway: The Witch’s Heart by Genevieve… Read More
2021-12-10 22:23
Writing The Illusion of a Boy was hard at times; it made me cry, laugh, and drop my face into my hands with frustration. It’s the sequel to The Illusion of a Girl. My passion to write… Read More
2021-12-04 06:12
I love reading. Always have. And I love the reading community. We readers are usually a fun, empathetic, and supportive bunch, and we always have a book recommendation (or twenty) if you&rsq&hell…Read More
2021-11-28 07:24
We’ve put together this guide to answer common questions about Amazon Kindle. Here are the questions we’ll address:
What File Does Kindle Read?
Where Can I Buy a Kindle Locally?… Read More
2021-11-22 05:30
As book lovers, we of course love libraries, so what is better than a book featuring an amazing library? I’ve compiled a list of 12 books with libraries, some magical, some not, but al… Read More
2021-11-14 06:58
Readers who are looking to sharpen their reading skills will likely enjoy reading challenges. Even then, not everyone has the same reading comprehension or even interests to boot.
Whether yo… Read More
2021-11-09 15:02
Have you heard of Amazon First Reads? If not, you’re missing out on a great benefit that is included in your Prime membership! Let’s right dive in!
What Is Amazon First Reads?
Ea… Read More
2021-11-05 16:18
Artemis Fowl was one of those series I read as they came out during my pre-teen and teen years. (And of course I had to reread them multiple times because 11 years between the first and fina… Read More
2021-11-02 07:12
When was the last time you visited your public library in person? I hate to admit it, but even before the pandemic hit, I rarely visited my library. The few times I had visited it were gener… Read More
2021-10-29 15:29
I love seeing beautiful libraries, and there are so many around the world that I want to visit. Which of these would you like to see?
1. George Peabody Library, Baltimore
This beautiful lib… Read More
2021-10-23 05:02
Despite the recent banishment of several Dr. Seuss books, they still are well loved by children and adults alike and can teach many great lessons to kids. Here are 12 of the best Dr. Seuss b… Read More
2021-10-15 18:39
Reading is usually a solitary pastime, but you can also take your love of reading into a social environment with card and board games! Here are 9 card and board games that we know book lover… Read More
2021-10-01 15:00
Looking for historical romances to read, but wanting to branch out into novels that take place somewhere more unique than England, Scotland, or America? We’ve got you covered! Here are… Read More
2021-09-17 15:14
I love reading fantasy, and there are so many awesome magic powers in fiction. Here are 7 of my favorite magic powers from fiction. What are some of yours?
Allomancy in the Mistborn Series… Read More
2021-09-03 15:00
I have come to the conclusion that I am either a green-eyed cat now living the seventh of my nine lives . . . or a creature from some Galaxy far, far away . . . OR . . . I’ve had an an… Read More
2021-08-21 00:18
Looking for some cheesy pickup lines that a book lover will appreciate? Or that you can laugh at? Look no further! Here is a list of some great pickup lines for book lovers.
You had me at &l&hell…Read More
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