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the best poetry-themed movies, based on real-life and fictional poets and poems and those who turn to poems

The Best Poetry-Themed Movies to Watch Right Now

Published by Abbie Martin Greenbaum

During this stay-at-home moment, everyone is searching for ways to stay calm and purposeful. Given that April is National Poetry Month, have you considered watching a movie featuring poetry? For a calming film marathon, our resident cineaste and English major Abbie Martin Greenbaum has curated a list of the best poetry-themed movies, based on real-life and fictional poets and poems and those who turn to poems for solace and inspiration. Further proof, if any was needed, that we should never underestimate the power of a great poem.

the perfect books to read in the month of April

The Perfect Books to Read to Feel the Month of April

Published by Pamela Thomas-Graham

What are the best books to read in April 2020? Well, dear reader, we’ve shared our top picks of 2019 and our most-anticipated new releases for 2020. We’ve also shared a list of the fantastic new book releases in April 2020.  If you’re in search of still more ideas, here’s our take on the perfect books to read that capture the mood of the month of April. Not just this April – any April.

The best books novels and histories about global pandemics and viruses to read during COVID-19 outbreak

The Best Novels and Histories About Global Pandemics

Published by Abbie Martin Greenbaum

Are you looking for books to read at home during this enforced solitary time during the fight against COVID-19? While lots of us are looking for escape, others want even more immersion in the topic of global viruses and contaigon. There are plenty of books out there about pandemics, such as influenza and the Black Plague. Terrifying or comforting? Your call, dear reader. Our correspondent Abbie Martin Greenbaum has curated a list of the best books – both novels and histories – about global pandemics.

the best novels and books about work and office life

The Best Novels About Work and Office Life

Published by Pamela Thomas-Graham

Now that we’re deep into WFH, the politics and little irritations of office life aren’t looking so bad, now are they? While we wait to return, here are some fictional reminders of what we’re missing. What are the best novels and non-fiction books about work and office life? Here’s a list of great reads about work and office life and novels set at work.

The best books of poetry to give as gifts right now

The Best Poetry Books to Give as Gifts Right Now

Published by Pamela Thomas-Graham

When the going gets tough, the tough turn to poetry. Even if you’re only an occasional reader of poems, there are times when they seem to be one of the few forms of writing that actually offer solace and insight. But which poetry books are most calming and helpful to reduce anxiety and restore a sense of purpose in difficult times? If you’re in a place where you need soothing, inspiration and flights of imagination – or you’re seeking a gift for someone who is – this list is for you. These are the best books of poetry to give as gifts when only a poem will do.