Genres and Topics

Kids Have Germs!

by Mary L | Mar 12, 2020 | Children, Non-Fiction, Picture Books

Books are a great way to talk with children about current events, news, and tougher topics. The news surrounding COVID-19 is a perfect example! ...

Lovestruck: Modern Romances for Modern Readers

by Amia W | Feb 27, 2020 | Adult, Matchmakers, Romance

As we finish out the month of Valentine's day, I wanted to share some of the great modern romances I've read in celebration! I also wanted to...

Lovecraftian Tales Written By or Featuring Women and/or People of color

by Stephen S | Feb 19, 2020 | Adult, African-American, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Matchmakers, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thrillers

It's no secret that H.P. Lovecraft was a racist; it's rightly brought up whenever he and his works are discussed. Such beliefs make Lovecraft's...

Notes from an Eclectic Reader

by Jenny G | Feb 12, 2020 | Adult, Fiction, Memoir, Mystery, Non-Fiction, Romance, Thrillers

While it may sound cliche, I really do enjoy reading just about anything. I may not read a ton of nonfiction or historical fiction, but I will read...

Surreal Worlds

by Sara P | Feb 5, 2020 | Adult, Fiction, Matchmakers, Sci-Fi, Thrillers

While I usually read primarily domestic thrillers and romantic comedies, I will stray away from my favorite genres for a romp in something a little...

2010-2020: A Decade of Big Tech Changes

by Ann M | Feb 5, 2020 | Technology

The past decade has seen a number of big changes in the world of tech. Ten years ago, tablets, such as the iPad, were just being released....

Stonewall Book Awards 2020

by Mary L | Feb 3, 2020 | Children, Picture Books, Teens

The Stonewall Book Awards were first established in 1971 to celebrate and honor GLBTQIA+ literature and in 2010 the award expanded to include a...

Coretta Scott King Awards 2020

by Mary L | Feb 1, 2020 | African-American, Chapter Books, Children, Graphics Novels, Picture Books, Teens

Another award given out this month was the Coretta Scott King awards. This group of awards recognizes African-American authors and illustrators of...

Matchmakers Favorites: 2019 in Review

by Andrea L | Jan 31, 2020 | Adult, Fantasy, Fiction, Matchmakers, Memoir, Mystery, Non-Fiction, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thrillers

What to read in 2020? Look no further! The Heights Matchmakers team has compiled a list of our favorite books that we read in 2019. Fleishman is in...