Happy New Year! Many people take some time now to think about new things they would like to try or learn in the new year. […]
Top Movies of 2022
I am more of a movie person than a tv person, and I normally like to see new movies at the theater. But this past […]
How Animals Adapt in Winter, Including Humans
Happy solstice! Winter has officially arrived, and, with it, nature’s invitation to cozy up, slow down, and get some rest. As this fall has transitioned […]
Best Fiction of 2022
December is the month to look back at the year as it’s drawing to a close. I’m thinking about my favorite fiction from this past […]
Graphic Novels for Kids: The Baby-Sitters Club
The Matchmakers team welcomes our newest member, Amanie McGee! Amanie writes: Sometimes, you need to go back and remember your childhood. Those quick and easy […]
Caprice by Coe Booth
Today we welcome a new member of the Matchmakers team, Erika Hogan! Erika writes: A twelve-year old girl finds the words and strength to speak […]
Fiction Featuring Crossword Puzzles: Jeffrey Bartsch
I’ve recently become very excited about solving crossword puzzles, so imagine my delight to find a refreshing, smart novel featuring crossword puzzles as part of […]
Why Retire When There Are Aliens to Fight?
Every genre in literature has a subgenre within it that contains books that can be considered “comfort” or “cozy” reads, stories which are simply fun […]
Fall is for Folktales
Maybe it’s the chill in the air sparking collective historic memories of sitting around thousands of fires, listening to thousands of stories through time; or […]
