Four New Year’s Resolutions You Can Actually Keep!
Just like that, 2019 is over and a brand new year has begun! I love a fresh start. The month of January always makes me feel motivated to create positive changes in my life. But if you’re anything like me,…
Starting Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn
I’m a huge fan of Final Fantasy, but I’m not so huge on playing games with other people. I tend to prefer single-player games. I’ve steered clear of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn for that reason! It’s an MMORPG…
Get Crafting with Creativebug
Calling all crafters, makers, artists and bakers! You have to check out our newest eResource, Creativebug. Creativebug has thousands of award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists for creators of all skill levels. You…
YA Fantasy to Get Lost in This Winter Break
After a long and arduous semester, escape into a world of magic and leave all that studying behind! Here are some YA fantasy books to help you forget exams and relax this winter break. Happy reading!
Six Unforgettable Anime Theme Songs
Besides the recognizable art style and amazing storylines, anime is also known for their theme songs! They tend to change every season, and below are a few of my favorites that never get old. Quick note: Each anime title links…
Cozy, Swoon-worthy Holiday Stories
It’s my favorite time of the year right now to curl up with some coffee, a cat and a cozy, fluffy book to read. Below are some romantic, holiday-themed reads!
YA Books in Verse
While working in the Vortex lately, I’ve gotten quite a few requests for young adult poetry and books written in verse. I discovered verse when I was in high school and it remains one of my favorite genres to this…
Board Games, Board Games, Board Games
Welcome to the continuation of my last post: Video Gaming, The Vortex, and You. If you haven’t read that yet, be sure to check it out! This week let’s discover some fun and unique board games! In the Vortex, we…
Gerard Way: More than My Chemical Romance
It’s amazing I can still even talk because I have been screaming for days now. Why? The news everyone and their grandma knows about by now. MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE IS REUNITING—for how long… no one can say but them—but there’s…
Final YA Fiction Releases of 2019
So far, 2019 has had some great YA releases. Well, the year’s not over yet! Here are 10 books set for release in November and December that you shouldn’t miss.