Julia Murray

Raise a glass to Taylor Swift with 60 cocktail recipes inspired by every era, including riffs off greatest hits, twists on her favorite drinks, callouts to iconic moments in Swiftie history, and an abundance of fan-service Easter eggs, plus 20 alcohol-free options. Every Swiftie will find something to love in this boozy celebration of the legendary

Adult coloring is back, with bold and easy coloring page designs trending high on TikTok as folks search for soothing self-care activities to add into their daily routines. Cute icons like Sanrio’s Hello Kitty and Kuromi, Monchhichi toys, the Moomins, Kewpie dolls, and even Polly Pocket have all come back into style as stressed out

Valentine’s Day is only a month away, so we’ve rounded up some of our favorite books and gifts perfect for showing that special someone how much you care. From couple’s gifts for crafting a memorable date night to femme Galentine’s Day gifts that celebrate your platonic pals, our list has something for every kind of

As 2024 heads to a close, trendspotters are already predicting the next big colors of 2025. Barbie pink dominated 2023 while baby blue and “brat” green took over in 2024. What will the next year’s chromatic vibes be? Read on to find out! Mocha Mousse Pantone’s official color of 2025, Mocha Mousse, has us thinking

Gen Z is the largest generation ever, with wealth and buying power that continues to grow. For retailers looking to pull off a successful holiday season, keeping Gen Z top of mind is critical when coordinating your seasonal assortments. To make it a little easier this year, we’ve combed through our favorite books and gifts

October’s upcoming titles are full of soon-to-be bestsellers perfect for gifting season. Swifties can revisit their favorite eras with some of Taylor’s most iconic looks in Dress Up Taylor, while Playbill Broadway Trivia is the perfect party game for theater buffs who want to put their knowledge to the test! Meanwhile foodies can enjoy new

“Kidulting” is the latest retail trend that takes caring for your “inner child” to the next level. Whether it’s a return to beloved media properties like Spongebob and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, or a renewed interest in easy crafts that provide a sense of childlike play and creativity, adult products rooted in childhood nostalgia are

Life is hard. Stress piles on us all, from macro factors like election season and climate change to the everyday grind of getting through the days. Sometimes the only antidote that feels within reach is indulging in a little treat. “Little treat culture” is all over social media, encouraging us to take our joy where

January is the perfect time to reset, refresh, and engage in some self-transformation. Fix your finances with TikTok star Madeline Pendleton in I Survived Capitalism and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt. Kick sugar to the curb with Zero Sugar / One Month. And children can learn how to express gratitude and harness the

So many amazing books to choose from this month – take a look at the staff picks below!!! See the full list of new titles going on sale in September here and the Children’s list here.   Staff Picks for September: