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Though we have been deep in the current wave of book bans for over two years, new groups and organizations continue organizing campaigns to raise awareness of the situation. There are so many big and small groups doing good work on the issue, and they have done tremendous work in not only ensuring that people know about book bans but that they have access to resources, tools, and support to take action. Unfortunately, we’re well past the needs of more hashtag activism and online resources to bring attention to book bans. This is not what groups like Moms for Liberty...

For a long time, I didn’t enjoy literary Twitter because so much of the content was about mediocre (and ephemeral) contemporary writers, but I figured I just wasn’t following the right people. So I pared down my list and sought out publications, newsletters, and individuals who are interested in classic literature: the so-called Great Books that’ve defined our history and culture and thought (I’m writing a book for Princeton Press about the Great Books movement). The result of this search has been fantastic. I now routinely wake up to articles about Mary Wollstonecraft or George Orwell or some new translation...

Looking for left-hand scissors to use for your DIY crafting needs? Look no further, we've got the greatest left-hand scissors for you. A good pair of scissors is one of the most important crafting tools. Unfortunately, many left-handers find it uncomfortable and awkward to use traditional scissors. Luckily this common crafting problem for left handed people was solved with the manufacturing of proper left-hand scissors. 5 Greatest Left-Hand Scissors For All Your DIY Crafting Needs If you believe that scissors are interchangeable from right to left, just try using your non-dominant hand to cut a basic sheet of paper! Left-hand scissors...

This review was made possible by iConnect and Mr. Clean.  I was provided compensation to facilitate this post, but all opinions stated are 100% mine. Spring is here, and honestly, one of my favorite things to do during springtime is to open the windows, get rid of the old winter smell, and feel spring. I enjoy spring cleaning my house, and though some of you might think this sounds crazy, I truly do. You see, spring cleaning doesn't have to take forever, and I will share my 22 Clever Ways to Speedy and Affordable Spring Cleaning with you. You don't...

Create magical DIY fairy gardens with these 25+ unique ideas! Unleash your imagination with enchanting designs and eco-friendly materials. Welcome to the enchanting world of DIY fairy gardens, where magic and imagination come to oife! If you’ve ever dreamed of creating a whimsical wonderland in your backyard or bringing a touch of fairy tale charm to your home, you’ve come to the right place. Everyone loves fairy gardens these days, and I get it 100%. They’re pretty cute and easy to put together. But where did fairy gardens come from? And what do they symbolize? I wondered this myself. Apparently...