Choose what you want to read based on emotion & mood, a world map, or character & plot. — Whichbook is the holy grail for booklovers. Goodreads and Amazon are well-known for their book descriptions, reviews, and recommendations. They help you evaluate a book or find your next read. Sometimes though, conflicting reviews and spoilers are not helpful. What if you could start with what you want? Whichbook gives you the steering wheel from the beginning.

You’re not broken, but you might be lost. — Inner critics are rarely at a loss for words. It can feel like you’re drowning in a sea of judgment, expectations, and confusion. Untethered, it might seem like you’re floating aimlessly with no idea how to move forward. …

Next steps for where to put your time and energy — It’s hard to know how to handle it when someone you care about says something repulsive. In our current political climate, it happens all the time. Families and friendships fracture. So far, I’ve refused to lose people over politics. I have several strong relationships with people who have very different…

She could‘ve really benefitted from my hard-earned wisdom. — I knew a lot when I was young, so I probably wouldn’t have listened. But these things would have made a world of difference if I’d figured them out early in life. Expand your world Visit new places, and read good books. Seek out classics, biographies, and captivating adventures. Learn about different places…

Free 10-day writing course to get your words flowing — Beth Kempton is the author of six nonfiction books and has a passion for helping others follow in her footsteps. Beth shared her hard-earned writing wisdom in her most recent book, The Way of the Fearless Writer. She also offers free seasonal courses to inspire a regular writing habit. …

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More important than a hell yes, is a yes to what matters. — Have you heard the saying, “If it’s not a hell yes, it’s a no!” It’s usually combined with advice on how to live a perfect life. Maybe packaged with “Follow your bliss,” or “This morning routine will skyrocket your productivity.” I’m not feeling it. If I only did things that…

Barbie, starfish, & bookstores — When I saw Barbie this summer, I was touched by the celebration of womanhood and sisterhood. And while it’s true the movie has much to say about feminism, the message is broader. One of the moments that really stuck with me was when America Ferrera was feeling overwhelmed by how…

“I want to free you, but you have to be willing to get out of the cage.”