The ThriftBooks Blog
Love for Littles
Celebrate Valentine's Day with 14 of your favorite kid-lit characters
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • February 07, 2023
Valentine's Day can be about more than romantic love. We like to think of it as big-picture love: Love for life. Love for our favorite things. Love for our families. And love for all our friends. Here are fourteen love-themed picture books featuring our favorite characters from kid-lit.
Hits and Misses in Video Game Adaptations
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • February 05, 2023
The popularity of the new HBO show The Last of Us, based on a video game of the same name, has us thinking about what makes a good video game-inspired movie or show. Here we explore this decidedly mixed bag with some of the big hits and misses within the genre.
Popular Titles Leaving Netflix and HULU This Month
Get your own copy and keep watching!
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • February 02, 2023
Every month, streaming services get rid of some of their offerings to make room for new ones. But that doesn't mean we can't watch them anymore. Here is a list of titles being cut by HULU and Netflix this month. Order your own copy and keep watching.
17 February Releases We're Excited About
And what you can read in the meantime
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 31, 2023
No matter how full our TBR shelves get, we still love browsing (and buying!) new books! Here are seventeen exciting February releases available for preorder, along with suggestions for similar reads you can enjoy right away.
10 Books Turning 10 This Year
Some of the Best Books from 2013
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 29, 2023
We always enjoy taking a look back at the pop culture that has withstood the test of time. Over the past month, we've explored some of the notable books and movies turning fifty, as well as books that came out a century ago. Now we remember ten memorable books turning ten.
Celebrating National Puzzle Day
with Jigsaws and Crosswords
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 26, 2023
You may already know that January is National Puzzle Month, and January 29, National Puzzle Day. Of course, we don't need a designated day (or month) to enjoy some good puzzles and intriguing mental challenges. Keep your mind busy and your wits sharp all year round with these fun puzzle books.
All About Cassandra Clare
Get a free book credit when you preorder 'Chain of Thorns'
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 24, 2023
Cassandra Clare's celebrated YA Shadowhunter Chronicles have generated a devoted fan base. Her newest book, Chain of Thorns, comes out on Jan. 31 and we're offering a free book credit to customers who preorder their copy before the release date. Read on to learn more about the author and get in on the deal.
The Rustic Glam of the Yellowstone Life
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 22, 2023
Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone franchise has captivated the attention of millions of viewers. The original series centers on John Dutton, the owner of the largest ranch in Montana. Spinoffs feature the Dutton ancestors building their legacy in the West. If you're looking for more of this pioneering energy in your life and entertainment, read on for our recommendations.
12 Must-Read Titles in Renaissance Historical Fiction
By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 19, 2023
The Renaissance was a time of great social change, scientific advancements, and flourishing culture, making it a rich period for powerful, exciting narratives. Here are twelve of our favorite historical novels set during the Renaissance.
M3GAN and the Rise of Marvelously Malevolent Dolls
Hosted by The Thrift Keeper!
By Terry Fleming • January 17, 2023
Hello Boils and Ghouls! THRIFT KEEPER here (named for my devilish ability to find the Best Bargains among Blood-Curdling titles!), and today I'd like to talk to you about dolls.
ThriftBooks ® and the ThriftBooks ® logo are registered trademarks of Thrift Books Global, LLC
