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17 Must-Attend Book Conventions and Festivals To Mark on Your 2025 Calendar

Book Conventions and Festivals

Are you a book lover itching to hang out with your kind of people? 2025 is packed with book conventions and festivals that are so much more than just places to grab a new read. These are your chance to meet the authors behind your favorite stories, dive into the art of storytelling, and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of literature.

Mysteries, fantasy, romance, kids’ books—whatever makes you flip pages until midnight, there’s an event with your name on it. We’ve pulled together 17 must-attend book events happening across the country.

Where to Donate Books in New York

Green tips, All about books, All about textbooks By Natalie Meyers January 21, 2025 Last Updated on January 30, 2025 by Abigail White Tags: book donation NY, Where to Donate Books in New York No Comments

book donations in New York City
Today, we’ll discuss one of the most popular ways of decluttering: giving your old books a new life by donating them to other people and organizations. This post will be helpful if you have a few (or many reads) you want to get rid of in bulk without a hassle.

We already covered New York when we discussed the best places to sell books in the area. Today, we’ll focus on the local organizations and online resources that accept book donations in New York City and surrounding areas.

Where to Donate Children’s Books (& Why It’s a Great Idea)

All about books, Green tips By Mimi H January 15, 2025 Last Updated on January 20, 2025 by Olivia Smith Tags: donate books, where to donate children's books No Comments

Where to Donate Children’s Books

If your shelves are overflowing with children’s books that you or your kids have outgrown, you’re not alone. Books are magical, but they can pile up faster than toys under the couch (maybe that’s part of the magic).

Instead of letting them gather dust, why not pass them on to kids who will treasure them?

Donating children’s books is a simple way to make a difference in a child’s life. You can share stories they might not otherwise have access to and encourage literacy at the same time. The best part? It clears space for you to add new favorites to your collection.

26 Creative Book Storage Ideas Every Book Lover Needs to Try

All about books, All about textbooks By Alison Bailey January 13, 2025 Last Updated on January 16, 2025 by Abigail White Tags: book storage, book storage ideas No Comments

creative book storage ideas

“Books are a uniquely portable magic.” That’s what the King of Horror, Stephen King, once said, and honestly, he nailed it.

But here’s the thing: magic can get a little messy when your precious reads start taking over every surface in your home. Let’s admit, we’ve all been there—stacking novels on nightstands, hiding paperbacks under coffee tables, and cramming hardcovers into every spare corner. It’s chaotic, and let’s face it, not the way your beloved books deserve to be treated.

Can You Donate Books to the Library?

All about books, All about textbooks By Mimi H January 9, 2025 Last Updated on January 9, 2025 by Olivia Smith Tags: book donation, can you donate books to the library No Comments

Can You Donate Books to the Library

You’re probably all too familiar with this scenario: you’re organizing and cleaning up your room, and part of that involves dealing with the pile of books taking up space on your shelf.

As you go through them, you realize you probably won’t read most of these a second time. So, what are you going to do with them?

Maybe donating them to the library has crossed your mind. If so, you’re on the right track!

Libraries actually love book donations. It makes sense: they help support programs, stock shelves, and even fuel book sales to raise funds so the library can keep operating.

The Art of Book Gifting: Tips and Ideas for Every Occasion

All about books By Mimi H December 19, 2024 Last Updated on December 20, 2024 by Olivia Smith Tags: Book Gifting, gifts for book lovers, The Art of Book Gifting No Comments

The Art of Book Gifting: Tips and Ideas for Every Occasion

Hunting for the perfect gift comes with its own challenges. Sure, the holidays are a magical time, and it’s a great feeling to show your family and friends how much you appreciate them through a thoughtful gift. But finding a gift that is truly meaningful, personal, and shows you know the person can sometimes be a real struggle.

It’s not that you don’t know the person well; it’s just that there are so many unspoken rules about gift-giving. You don’t want to give something generic, but you also don’t want to pick something they might already have or won’t use.

How Many Game of Thrones Books Are There? A Song of Ice and Fire Explained

All about books, Book lists By Elbana Bellorín December 11, 2024 Last Updated on December 13, 2024 by Abigail White Tags: A Song of Ice and Fire series, game of thrones books, Game of Thrones books in order, how many game of thrones books are there No Comments

How Many Game of Thrones Books Are There A Song of Ice and Fire Explained

Within the last decade, Game of Thrones achieved what many series can only aspire to do: become a cultural juggernaut, forever imprinted into society’s collective memory.

But before Emilia Clark’s expressive face became synonymous with the silver-haired Daenerys Targaryen, the Mother of Dragons’ features only existed in the imagination of George R.R. Martin and the millions of fans of the A Song of Ice and Fire series.

17 Must-Try Christmas Bookshelf Decor Ideas

All about books By Alison Bailey December 10, 2024 Last Updated on December 12, 2024 by Olivia Smith Tags: Christmas, Christmas Bookshelf Decor No Comments

Christmas bookshelf decor ideas

The holiday season is upon us, and as the song goes, “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!” Why not deck the halls starting with your bookshelf? Imagine your favorite books wrapped in holiday cheer, with twinkling lights, festive garlands, and mini trees filling every corner and creating the perfect cozy vibe.

After all, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, and your bookshelf deserves to join in the fun.

Where to Sell Used Books in Houston

All about books, Personal finance By Natalie Meyers December 3, 2024 Last Updated on December 4, 2024 by Olivia Smith Tags: sell used books, sell used books in Houston, where to sell used books, Where to Sell Used Books in Houston No Comments

Where to Sell Used Books in Houston

Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States. It’s a vibrant place with all sorts of cultural events and activities, including plenty of large and indie bookstores where book lovers can find true gems and sell their used copies.

Today, we’ll continue our series about cities and their bookstores. In this article, we’ll tell you about the best places in Houston where you can trade novels, textbooks, rare editions, and other items.

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