What are you up to this weekend? I had to cancel a trip on short notice because of my lungs (sniff), so I’m suddenly looking at a lot of free time I wasn’t planning on. Have you read or watched something amazing lately, or baked something especially tasty I might take on in my new-found leisure time? Please tell me in comments!
I hope you have something to look forward to this weekend, and that this collection of interesting reads and favorite things helps ease you into that weekend state of mind.
My favorite finds from around the web:
- 8 Ways to Read More Books—And Why You Should. (Time) I love the friendly tone and relatable anecdotes in this piece—and not just because I’m quoted in it!
- Viola Davis achieves EGOT status with Grammy win. (NPR) Well deserved. Her narration of her memoir Finding Me was stunning.
- Women’s Prize Launches Nonfiction Award. (Women’s Prize) “The Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction, which will sit alongside its sister prize the Women’s Prize for Fiction, will amplify female voices, whilst celebrating books that inform, entertain, challenge, disrupt, and offer solace and connection.” I’m excited by this development, as I’ve found many great reads from the Women’s Prize longlists.
- Now you can buy yourself flowers … made out of legos! How gorgeous is this LEGO Icons Wildflower Bouquet building set? (Update: I just heard this bouquet made an appearance in this week’s new episode of Abbott Elementary!)
- Why Everyone Should Read Thriller Writer Louise Penny. (Oprah Daily) I was delighted to write this guide to the Inspector Gamache series.
- Roast chicken might be the most romantic dinner of all. (Washington Post gift link) But the food that might actually beat out those cliches in the department of amour is actually quite humble: Consider the roast chicken. Served at home. Atop your everyday plates. Unglamorous? Maybe. But hear me out…”
- I Kept a ‘One-Line-a-Day Journal’ for 5 Years—Here Are My 10 Biggest Takeaways. (Well+Good) Our MMD Book Club community manager Ginger is a big fan of this practice!
- Great Valentine’s Day deal from Succulent Studios: get a free box of three plants; you just pay shipping.
- Women Have Been Misled About Menopause. (New York Times gift link) This is a hot topic of conversation in my friend circles these days.
- Meet the archive moles. (Prospect Magazine) “There’s a growing band of people digging through library stacks and second-hand bookshops in search of lost classics. I’m one of them.”
- These Are the 3 Words That Best Define My Personal Style. What are yours?
- These embroidered pillows from Rifle Paper Co. are completely adorable: choose from this book club pillow, this READ option, or these darling daisies.
- I Tried 4 of the Best Tomato Soup Recipes and Found My Family’s Forever Favorite. (The Kitchn) In case you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment to a grilled cheese sandwich. Actually any kind of soup + grilled cheese combo is a crowd-pleasing dinner at my house, and one we’re turning to a lot lately.
Good reads for right now:
- 130 recommended reads for those traveling to New York City. Or those who want to.
- 43 favorite fictional couples. This was such a fun list to put together!
- 10 giftable books to share with friends on Galentine’s Day. One of the best days of the year!
- Book journaling tools for every reader. Calling all pen geeks!
Have a great weekend!
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