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25 Beautiful Quotes from The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
This is a book that truly changed my life.
I can’t remember the first time that I read The Book Thief, but I know that I was in my early to mid teens. It was the first time I’d experienced writing that felt exquisitely beautiful to read, and completely broke my heart.
Markus Zusak is a brilliant writer - here are some of the best quotes from his book.
Interview with Oh Reader Editor-in-Chief Gemma Peckham
I’ve been looking for a magazine about books for a long time, and was thrilled to discover Oh Reader at the end of last year. As a book lover I enjoy having a physical object to read in my hands, so this publication feels like a real treat.
Earlier this month I was delighted to have the chance to speak to Oh Reader Editor-in-Chief, Gemma Peckham, all about her fab publication. It’s a bit of a long read, so grab a cup of tea and settle down to hear all about your new favourite magazine.
Reviewing the Nespresso Vertuo (Plus) Coffee Machine
Our Nespresso Virtuo is the kitchen gadget that I didn’t know we needed.
I’ve always been a builder’s tea kind of girl: strong, no sugar and with a splash of milk. When it comes to coffee, I generally prefer the kind that comes from Starbucks with whipped cream and a serious sugar rush (pumpkin spice anyone?!) So when my partner turned around one day with the Nespresso Virtuo in his hands, I was sceptical to say the least.
A few weeks on, and I’m loving having my own personal coffee machine. It’s so easy to use - you just pick up your Nespresso pod of choice, pop it in the top of the machine, press start and machine will turn it into warm, delicious coffee.
Girl in Pieces by Kathleen Glasgow - Book Review
If you’re looking for a haunting young adult read about rising from the ashes when you have nothing left to live for, then this is your book.
Kathleen Glasgow has been open about her own mental health - about cutting, drinking, and being a girl with scars on her skin.
16 Quotes from Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
Leigh Bardugo is a master of the written word. Any fans of the Grishaverse will know how completely immersive and atmospheric her writing is, with characters that leap off the page and live in our hearts.
Six of Crows fans, this is for you. Here are 16 quotes that will make you want to reread the books ASAP.
Our Off-Grid Cabin Retreat in West Sussex
Nestled deep in the rolling hills of West Sussex, Unplugged kindly invited me to stay in one of their off-grid cabins for 3 blissful nights.
The cabin itself is one half of a pair, and strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and luxury.
3 Beautiful Plant Shops to Visit in Edinburgh
The city of Edinburgh is paradise for any houseplant enthusiast. On top of the multitude of glorious bookshops and cosy cafes you’ll find a smattering of wonderful plant shops that will top any garden centre you’ve visited before.
Here are the three that you need to visit when you’re in Edinburgh.
Tips for Getting into Publishing When You Don’t Have Much Money
So you want to work in book publishing, but you don’t have any connections/money/don’t live in London? You’re in the right place.
When I was starting off in the industry I didn’t have any connections, money, or anyone to just ask for advice, so that’s what I want to do for you. I left publishing in 2021 after 5 years that were brilliant, but hard too. I spent my initial few years in living situations that were often, looking back, very unsafe, and I want you to have an easier path than I did.
Bestsellers: Edinburgh’s New Bargain Bookshop
Stop the press - Edinburgh has a brilliant new discount bookshop!
Situated on the city’s busy Princes Street, and just a few doors down from Waterstones, Bestsellers is a discount bookshop with a brilliant range of books. From romance and crime to history and lifestyle, they stock a wide range of titles including lots of new releases and heaps of children’s books.
How to Get Published in Magazines
If you’re someone who would love to get published both online and in print, then this is the blog post for you. Whether you’re a seasoned blogger ready to take your next step, a student, or just someone who likes to write, I’m going to tell you exactly how you can go about getting your work published and get paid for it too.
All of the information that I’m going to share today has been collected through my own experiences of getting published over the last few years. Everyone’s journey is unique but there should be loads of hints and tips that you can take away with you and use to forge your own path.
24 Inspiring Quotes from They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera
We Both Die at the End has taken the world by storm. First published in 2017, it had a resurgence five years later due to BookTok - that’s TikTok’s bookish community. Shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year 2021 and with a sequel coming out in 2022, Silvera’s popular science fiction novel isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
Here are 24 of the best quotes from They Both Die at the End.
Ikea’s Strandmon Wing Chair Review
If you’re looking for a comfy armchair that works for a tight budget, then Ikea’s popular Strandmon Wing Chair is the chair for you.
First released by Ikea in the 1950s, this is a classic piece that adds a bit of class to a modern home.
The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood - Book Review
I love reading campus novels, so I just had to pick up ‘that TikTok book’ The Love Hypothesis.
There are so many things that this book does well. For one, it doesn’t fall into the typical romance book trope where the brooding male love interest is actually a bit of an asshole. Initially he does seem unfriendly and antagonistic, but it turns out that he’s actually a really nice guy - just misunderstood. It’s refreshing to read an enemies to lovers story where the main character’s love interest isn’t actually toxic (I’m looking at you, The Hating Game).
It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover - Book Review
This book was SO much more than I anticipated.
It Ends With Us was a typical ‘Instagram made me buy it’ book. I’d vaguely seen people talking about it for years, but never quite felt the urgency to pick it up until very recently, when it seemed to have a resurgence in popularity. I bought myself a copy under the assumption that it was something to do with domestic violence, and that there would be a bit of a romance, and, well, that’s it. I couldn’t have been more wrong.
4 Bookshops to Visit in Winchester
Nestled in the heart of Hampshire, Winchester is a beautiful medieval city with heaps of history and plenty of things to see and do. In addition to the wonderful yearly Christmas market, beautiful cathedral and picturesque city centre, there are four wonderful bookshops that are all worth a visit.
Here are four fabulous bookshops that you need to visit during your next trip to Winchester.
Inside Winchester Cathedral
I’ve always felt a great sense of peace inside religious buildings. Quiet structures that often embody hundreds of years of local history, cathedrals tend to particularly pique my interest. Winchester Cathedral is no exception to this, especially as the city used to hold huge significance as the capital of England! There’s lots to see and you can easily spend a few hours taking in everything that the cathedral has to offer.
An Autumnal Trip to Edinburgh
I love coming in to land at Edinburgh Airport. On approach from England, the plane flies over the city, swoops across the sea in a loop and cruises back down for landing. I get a little excited feeling in my stomach every time the plane soars in that loop over the sea and the twinkling lights of the city come into view - it’s a sign that I’m back in my favourite place in the world!
Inside Leakey’s Bookshop, Inverness
During my recent trip to Inverness I finally got the chance to visit the magnificent Leakey’s Bookshop!
Based in an old Gaelic church and spread out across two floors, Leakey’s has been in business since 1979 and holds around 100,000 second hand books. If you like a rummage, then you’ll love this place.
Travelling on a Sleeper Train! | The Caledonian Sleeper Experience
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel on a luxury sleeper train?
The Caledonian Sleeper is a fantastic service that connects London with the Scottish highlands, and allows visitors to travel in style, with their own hotel room on board the train. I had a fantastic experience and I’m so excited to tell you all about it.
Welcome to the Viking Skaga - one of Viking Cruises’ noble river ships. She takes her name from an ancient Norse myth, where the Valkyrie Skaga rode into battle and escorted the dead to Valhalla, before preparing them to fight in the epic battle of Ragnarok.
A relatively new ship, the Viking Skaga only entered the fleet in 2020. At just 410 feet and carrying 168 guests and 48 crew, she was built specifically to sail down the Seine in France, although the specific itinerary will vary depending on the time of year. I was fortunate enough to join the ship for her week long Christmas on the Seine cruise, which starts and ends in Paris, calling at Vernon, Caudebec-en-Caux, Rouen, Honflour (via an excursion) and Les Andelys along the way.