As Bonnie Garmus points out in her debut novel, Lessons in Chemistry, gender stereotypes can be difficult to manage. This was especially true in the USA in the 1950s and ‘60s. Gamus’ novel is a coming-of-age story where her main character takes you through the complicated feelings surrounding love, personal growth, and pursuing your dreams. …
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We love a good classic quote here at MP, they can move and motivate you. So we’ve put together 10 of the most iconic quotes from some of the best books in the world.
Read MoreThe digital age has reached every form of entertainment and communication. Now, reading itself is often done on a digital device. Audiobooks have taken over publishing, and with new apps making it easier to read on your smartphone, they are definitely here to stay. In the last decade, audiobooks have surged in popularity. You now…
Read MoreMichelle Zauner from the band Japanese Breakfast is a rockstar, although headlining festivals and isn’t the only thing she pours her heart into. After writing her memoir Crying in H Mart, Zauner is now a world-famous New York Times Best-Selling author. Crying in H Mart is Michelle Zauner’s sometimes heartbreaking personal memoir. It brings readers…
Read MoreThere is no doubt, that being a Housewife in the hugely popular Real Housewife franchise would be confronting having every aspect of your life on display for the world to critique but after seventeen seasons, it seems clear that the perks of the job must outweigh the loss of privacy! These women have seen jet-setting…
Read MoreDo you ever wish you could learn more about your favourite reality stars? Learn their beauty, health or fashion secrets? Or even the juicy goss on what their lives were really like when they starred in their hit reality shows?
Read MoreWe all need a little inspiration every now and then. What better place to find inspiration than in thousands of words hidden away within books? The following four books are some of my favorites and are truly inspiring. Check them out!
Read MoreLet’s be serious, I’m not asking for a lot here. I know for a damn fact that you all have time to read these three books within the decade of your twenties, and I also happen to to know that you’ll be thanking me later for the advice. I look at my twenties as the…
Read MoreIn this day and age who has time to read books anymore! It’s all about audio books now, you can listen to them on your commute to and from work, when you’re working out, when you’re driving in the car or just chilling at the beach. Plus what girl doesn’t love a good love story?…
Read MoreI love a good book or audio book, especially if it can educate, inspire and make me laugh all at the same time. So I thought I’d share 4 of my favourite books, in case you’re in need of some inspiration or just want something to talk about at your next dinner party. Yes Please – Amy…
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