Little Blue Truck’s Valentine by Alice Schertle is a heartwarming story about the importance of giving, friendship, and love. Blue delivers Valentine’s Day cards to his animal friends, discovering the joy that comes from showing others they are cared for.
It Ends with Us is a compelling and emotionally resonant novel that explores the complexities of love, relationships, and the cycles of abuse. Through the eyes of Lily Bloom, it delves into her past and present, revealing the difficult choices she must make to protect herself and her future.
This children’s book, created by the staff of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, tells the story of Marlon Bundo, a lonely bunny who lives with his Grandpa, the Vice President. Marlon falls in love with another boy bunny.
Marriage, a History: From Obedience to Intimacy, or How Love Conquered Marriage’ by Stephanie Coontz explores the evolution of marriage from ancient times to the present-day. Coontz examines the social, political, and economic forces that have shaped the institution of marriage over centuries. She debunks many romanticized notions about marriage’s past, reveals how the idea of marrying for love emerged, and discusses the challenges modern couples face.
A General Theory of Love’ is a book by Thomas Lewis, Fari Amini, and Richard Lannon. It delves into the complex nature of love and human emotions, drawing from various fields such as psychology, neuroscience, and biology. The authors explain how our deepest emotions are rooted in the limbic system of the brain and how these emotions shape our social connections. The book also discusses the interplay between emotional bonds and the physiological states of our bodies, examining the science behind human relationships.
She Comes First is a guide to sexual intimacy that focuses on the needs and desires of women. It delves into the intricacies of the female anatomy and the importance of a woman’s pleasure. The book stresses the philosophy of female pleasure, espousing the attitude of ‘woman first.’ Author Ian Kerner argues that a man’s most important sexual organ is not his penis but his tongue.
Love & Respect by Emerson Eggerichs is a groundbreaking book that explores the interpersonal dynamics between men and women. The book focuses on the idea that men need respect, and women need love, and explores how these different needs affect relationships.
Jane Eyre is a novel by English writer Charlotte Bronte. Published in 1847 under the pen name ‘Currer Bell’, it follows the emotional development of a young orphan girl named Jane Eyre. After an unhappy childhood, Jane becomes a governess and falls in love with her employer, Edward Rochester. They are about to marry when a dark secret from Rochester’s past is revealed, leading to a dramatic climax.
Written by Marina Keegan, ‘Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing’ is a dramatic collection of stories and poems. It explores the intricacies of relationships, the fragility of youth, and the haunting omnipresence of mortality. Marina’s unique perspective of the world is beautifully articulated through her engaging storytelling and poetic prowess. The book is also a tragic reminder of a promising life cut short, as Marina passed away in a car accident just days after her graduation from Yale University.