Blog Posts
Get ready for a week of standout new releases hitting shelves May 6, 2025! Fiction lovers can dive into Fredrik Backman’s heartfelt My Friends, Carley Fortune’s swoony One Golden Summer, and Aaron John Curtis’s gritty debut Old School Indian. Nonfiction fans won’t want to miss Nate Bargatze’s hilarious Big Dumb Eyes, Lizzie Wade’s thought-provoking Apocalypse, or Tom Genoways’ wild ride through Tequila Wars. Audiobook listeners can also look forward to a new edition of Fahrenheit 451, narrated by Penn Badgley.
Transgender representation in books is more than visibility—it’s a call for empathy, inclusion, and true acceptance. In this post, we explore why stories with trans characters matter, share must-read titles, and highlight how literature can create a more inclusive world for every reader.
Starting a book club is a wonderful way to connect with fellow readers, explore diverse literature, and engage in enriching discussions. Explore our concise guide to establishing your own book club.
Discover why modernist writer Gertrude Stein declared war on punctuation—especially the comma. This deep dive into Stein's radical literary style explores her bold rejection of grammar rules, her groundbreaking work Tender Buttons, and how she redefined the art of language. Perfect for readers interested in experimental literature, modernist poetry, and the history of avant-garde writing.
Get ready to fall head over heels for April 2025’s freshest book releases! This blog post rounds up the most buzzworthy, charming, twisty, and magical new reads hitting shelves this month. From cozy fantasies and swoon-worthy romances to jaw-dropping thrillers and unforgettable memoirs, there's something here for every kind of reader (and every kind of mood). Whether you're building your spring TBR or just looking for your next obsession, these standout titles are ready to steal your heart—and your weekend.
I didn’t open The Bookmatters alone. We did.
If you’d told me a few years ago that I’d willingly have another business partner, I would have laughed (maybe cried) and dramatically sworn on a stack of first editions that it would never happen. Been there, done that, got the emotional battle scars. But, well… here we are.
Because then there was Isa.
Since day one, she’s run The Bookmatters like she owned it. And now? She actually does.
Running a bookstore isn’t exactly a get-rich-quick scheme (shocking, I know), but somehow, this team—Isa, Bailey, Kenzie, and Jordan—turned our little shop into something thriving, magical, and completely ours.
So, yeah. The girl who once vowed she’d never have another business partner? Turns out, she was dead wrong. This was the easiest and best decision I’ve ever made.
Moral of the story? Never say never.