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"Women’s History Month is not only a time to reflect on the past[...] but also a time to assess where we are today and inspire future generations to dream big and dare even bigger. I want to empower my daughter using stories of fierce and persistent ladies. I’ve been on the prowl for books that provide positive role models for my daughter – books that tell the less-often told stories about women in history who have made a difference. [...]These women are brave pioneers. They launched rockets, flew planes, programmed computers, broke world records, stood up for injustice, played sports, solved crimes and invented gadgets." KEEP READING ON THE HPB BLOG >
Herstory: 50 Inspiring Kid's Books for Women's History Month
MARCH 2, 2018
10 Unforgettable, Quotable Lines from Casablanca
NOVEMBER 3, 2017
"...Casablanca's iconic moments and lines have become a part of our cultural vocabulary. Even people who have never seen the film might find themselves quoting it because its stellar writing has become woven into our contemporary vernacular. Don’t believe me? Take a gander at these 10 lines and watch the unforgettable scenes where they appear in the film." READ THE ENTIRE BLOG POST ON THE HPB BLOG >
30 Film Score Favorites
JULY 5, 2017
"Film score composers are masters of emotion. Movies become extraordinary when the music is not just a bed but most another character unto itself, creating a sometimes-subliminal experience for the audience tailored to the cues of the film. A good film score can resonate with you long after the credits roll..." READ THE REST ON THE HPB BLOG >
10 Things We Can Learn from Fred Rogers
MARCH 18, 2016
"... We can always find help. Mister Rogers firmly believed that we should reach out to others when we needed help. He reassured us that we were not alone and there was someone there to talk to about our feelings. He once shared, 'When I was a boy and would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’...” READ IT ON THE HPB BLOG >
Before They Can Read: 10 Children's Book Illustrators Parents Will Love
APRIL 15, 2015
"For youngsters who can’t yet read on their own, illustrations in books are the heart of engaging imagination and capturing attention. Children’s literature is rich with beautiful art that can help a child develop a love of books (just as soon as they pass the stage where teething on the book is the primary intrigue). As adults who are reading aloud to your kids, I believe it’s important that you enjoy the book, too, if for no other reason than it means you’re more likely to read it over and over again, making story time a cherished ritual with your kiddos." READ THE REST ON THE HPB BLOG >
As Seen on TV: 21 Books from Mad Men
APRIL 4, 2013
Picked up by Huffington Post
"What’s that book Don Draper’s reading, you ask? We’ve got the answer for you. Everyone’s favorite ad man Don Draper and his cohorts from AMC’s hit period drama Mad Men have been spotted in scenes reading heralded books from the era. In anticipation of the sixth season of Mad Men, which premieres on Sunday, we’ve rounded up a list of books that make an appearance in episodes of Mad Men thus far." READ THE REST ON THE HPB BLOG >
10 Ways To Turn Around a Bad Day at Work
MARCH 11, 2014
"Whether you love your job or hate it, chances are you have experienced a bad day at work. When you’re in the thick of it all, you may feel trapped. Try to get through your next bad day at work and still come out with a smile with these tips." READ THE REST ON THE DOT COMPLICATED BLOG >
6 Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gifts (No, It's Not Flowers)
FEBRUARY 13, 2014
"Perhaps you’re in a pinch. The florist may be out of roses. And the chocolates are picked over at the store. It is Valentine’s Day and if you’re still empty handed, you’re probably panicking to find a gift in a jiffy. Here to help you with all of your last-minuteness are a handful of non-gift and non-traditional Valentine’s Day gift ideas to spread some love." READ THE REST ON THE DOT COMPLICATED BLOG >
10 Tips to Achieve (and Maintain) an Organized Home
JANUARY 31, 2014
"There’s lots to be said for getting organized – you can buy containers and bins, clean out your closets, sell or donate a pile of used stuff, and read advice-filled books on the subject – but where the real battle begins is in maintaining that level of organization in your day-to-day existence. Once you’ve found a home for everything, and have everything in its place, then what? One week’s worth of mail, one pile of laundry, a scrapbook project, a few dinners and sippie cups later, and you’ve lost your mojo." READ THE REST ON THE DOT COMPLICATED BLOG >
Welcome to the World: 21 Books to Start Baby's Library
MARCH 20, 2012
"Earlier this year, people on the Inter-webs were yammering about Oprah giving a trunk stuffed with books as a baby gift to Beyonce and Jay-Z. Many of our Facebook fans chimed in on the topic. And we were struck by the fabulous and thoughtful book suggestions made by HPB fans. It left us feeling all chock-full of warm fuzzies. Fellow booklovers seem to agree: A library of books is a lovely gift for a little one. So, in celebration of this First Day of Spring, when new life is blooming all around us, here’s a list of “Welcome to the World” gift ideas –– 21 books to give new parents to jumpstart their baby’s library." READ THE REST ON THE HPB BLOG >
I Feel Bad About My Neck & Other Thoughts On Being a Woman
JULY 29, 2011
"I like Nora. She’s real. And she’s smart. An excellent combination. She shares her witty and candid insights without hesitation or apology, which makes the whole tenor of her book simply delightful! Simply hilarious. I can’t recall ever laughing aloud while reading quite like this! With Nora’s writing, no topic is off-limits. Much like her screenplays for When Harry Met Sally (1989), Sleepless in Seattle (1993) and You’ve Got Mail (1998), these autobiographical essays laud the Upper West Side. And I love the way she describes New York City almost as though it’s a living, breathing creature that keeps on growing new limbs, changing at each turn. Through her words, I believe it must be." READ THE REST ON THE HPB BLOG >