Just because a book is written by a woman, or is about women, doesn’t mean it has nothing to offer men.

No shame in the romance novel game

(and what that means for us moms)

(and what that means for us moms)

Why a good book is Maya’s best birthday gift.

There’s no shame in self-promotion!

What is it really like to be a public librarian in 2021? We find out.

Maya discusses mindfulness — the ability to be fully present and aware — to reading.

I dissect "author blurbs" and why I stopped relying on them.

I asked a Canadian publishing executive/acquiring editor at one of the big publishing houses just how important “followers” are when it comes to deciding whether or not to make an offer on a book.

If you’re having relationship issues, or are in a relationship drought, instead of those always regrettable tequila shots, swipes and drunk texts — no one types faster than a pissed off woman — it’s not the worst idea to maybe read a book instead!

When overnight camps got the go-ahead this year, I literally cried tears of relief and happiness. I think I even danced a little! Admittedly, my first thought was, selfishly, "YAY! Mommy gets a break!"

I'm a full-time working single mother. But I think I can safely say that all mothers need a break from their kids at this point.

Well, FML for my nickname "Becky!" But, hey, at least my name isn't Karen, which I will get into momentarily….

Names matter. They can certainly affect your life.

They say a smile is always the best accessory for women (and we don't disagree!) And so are books (and we don’t disagree!) But what’s a little black dress without a string of pearls, or a clutch, or heels, or a tiara, or all of the above?

Very recently, I met a mother for the first time. My son wanted a playdate with her son. We got to chatting. I loved this mom immediately. As she was telling me about her family makeup, she said, "I should really read your book." But...I hadn't mentioned I was a writer. I hadn't mentioned I had been in a blended family. I hadn't mentioned I had written a book on blended families.

One of the earliest recorded book clubs began in the 1600s on a ship headed west on the Atlantic, where a woman gathered a group of other women to discuss sermons. She continued this tradition in her new home in Massachusetts. Back then it was frowned upon because, evidently, it gave women a platform to voice their opinions.

re:books has teamed up with Sutherland House Books for its inaugural re:books “Write Away Summer” Contest, where the winner will have their book published by Sutherland House Books.

Wait? What? You’ve never had a boyfriend recite or write poetry to your vajayjay? (Sorry, I can’t think of a better word for vagina in polite company right now!) Just me? Alrighty then!