Must Reads

Mother's Day must-reads

Lisa Steinke — Tue, 07 May 2013 06:30:00 -0700

Mother's Day is just around the corner and what better gift for Mom than a book? We rounded up three books that she will love!

National Humor Month: A roundup of LOL books

Lisa Steinke — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 06:30:00 -0700

It's National Humor Month! Pick up one of these funny books about parenthood and enjoy!

De-stress and unwind with these relaxing reads

Lisa Steinke — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 06:30:00 -0700

It's Stress Awareness Month, and what better way to relax than with a good book?

RED HOT BOOK OF THE WEEK: Family Pictures by Jane Green

Lisa Steinke — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 06:30:00 -0700

Jane Green's latest novel, Family Pictures, is a riveting story of two women who are strangers until a a shocking secret brings them together. And it's our pick for the Red Hot Book of the Week.

Spring break round-up: Best books to take on vacay

Lisa Steinke — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 06:30:00 -0800

Who says spring break is only about the kids? You deserve to relax, too. And what better way than with a good book? So let the kids dive into the swimming pool while you dive into one of these novels.

New author we love: Elizabeth Laban

Lisa Steinke — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:35:00 -0800

Elizabeth Laban's young adult novel, The Tragedy Paper, is a beautifully-written story that has captured the attention of everyone from New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner to Booklist. This debut novelist has intrigued SheKnows too -- making her the newest author we love. She chats with us about everything from the most shocking thing about her road to publication to the books she's loving now.

New year, new you: Best self-improvement books

Lisa Steinke — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 06:30:00 -0800

New Year's is just days away. And if you're like most, you have at least one resolution. So we've found the best books that will motivate you to up your game in 2013.

Best holiday books for kids

Lisa Steinke — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 06:32:00 -0800

There's nothing like cuddling up with your kids by the fire, cracking open a classic, and reading about different holiday traditions.

Gift guide: Best books for moms

Lisa Steinke — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 06:30:00 -0800

Here are books mom would love to find tucked into her stocking this year.

RED HOT BOOK OF THE WEEK: Heads in Beds by Jacob Tomsky

Lisa Steinke — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 06:30:00 -0800

Before you turn on the light switch or lay down on the pillow in your hotel room, I recommend reading Jacob Tomsky's memoir about what he says really goes on behind the closed doors of the hotel business.

RED HOT BOOK OF THE WEEK:
Buddy: How a Rooster Made Me a Family Man

Lisa Steinke — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 06:30:00 -0800

Brian McGrory's memoir is the heartwarming story of an unlikely bond between man and rooster.

Think your family is crazy? Read these books!

Lisa Steinke — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 06:30:00 -0800

While Thanksgiving is a time of celebration and gratitude, it can also be a reminder that your family, even if you love everyone in it, isn't going to mistaken for the Cleavers anytime soon. So grab one of our book picks and remember that all families — not just yours — are a little bit crazy.

RED HOT BOOK OF THE WEEK: Meet Me at Emotional Baggage Claim

Lisa Steinke — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 06:30:00 -0800

With Thanksgiving just days away, New York Times bestselling authors Lisa Scottoline and her daughter Francesca Serritella's witty collection of essays about motherhood and daughterhood is a celebration of family and our obvious pick for our Red Hot Book of the Week.

Best books for dog lovers

Lisa Steinke — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 09:00:00 -0800

November is National Pet Awareness month and what better way to celebrate than to put the spotlight on great books you can read about one of the best pets out there — a dog. If you're the proud owner of a four-legged pup, you'll go crazy for three books that remind us of why pooches really are man's best pals.

Must-read: Charlotte Street by Danny Wallace

Lisa Steinke — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 11:30:00 -0700

Danny Wallace's Charlotte Street is a charming debut novel about a boy who meets girl, loses girl and sets out on a heartwarming journey to find "The Girl." It's a laugh-out-loud romantic comedy and our latest pick for a must-read.

Must-read: Jennifer Johnson is Sick of Being Married

Lisa Steinke — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:03:00 -0700

Heather McElhatton is an author who always delivers a fun and satisfying novel and her latest, Jennifer Johnson is Sick of Being Married, is no exception.

Must-read: Sad Desk Salad

Lisa Steinke — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Jessica Grose's debut novel, Sad Desk Salad, hooks you from the moment you peel open the cover and begin reading. Her writing is funny, smart and real, making her novel an easy choice for our latest must-read pick.

New author we love: Jessica Grose

Lisa Steinke — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 10:28:00 -0700

Jessica Grose's Sad Desk Salad is a smart, funny and juicy look at our celebrity-obsessed society. A debut author we plan to keep our eye on, Jessica chats with SheKnows about everything from how much of this book is based on her real life to her biggest surprise about the publishing to her pregnancy .

Ilie Ruby talks The Salt God's Daughter

Lisa Steinke — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 09:31:00 -0700

Ilie Ruby, author of the critically acclaimed The Salt God's Daughter, chats with SheKnows about her novel, how she chose the playlist for her book, and her secret to juggling her career and her family.

Must-read: The Salt God's Daughter by Ilie Ruby

Lisa Steinke — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 09:00:00 -0700

A mystical story about three generations of women, family secrets and love, Ilie Ruby's The Salt God's Daughter is our pick for a must-read.

If you loved Fifty Shades of Grey: Laugh at these parodies

Lisa Steinke — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 11:30:00 -0700

If you're one of the millions of people who has devoured the erotica novel Fifty Shades of Grey , as well as the second and third book in the series, and need another way to get your "Fifty Shades fix" until the movie comes out, it's time to pick up a parody. Get ready to laugh!