Worm Food Book Reviews #5

“Sh*t My Dad Says” by Justin Halpern Why you’d like it: Do you need no-BS life advice from a grandfather you never had? Do you like books that expertly alternate between poop jokes and heartfelt memoirs? If you answered yes to both of those questions, then Shit My Dad Says might be the greatest thing […]

Worm Food Book Reviews #4

“Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns)” by Mindy Kaling Why you’d like it: If you seek rapid-fire laughs, quick essays full of blunt life wisdom, or insight into Girl World, then you’ll probably finish this book in one glorious sitting. Oh, and of course, you’ll adore it if you’re a fan of […]

Worm Food Book Reviews #3

“The Book of Lost Things” by John Connolly Why you’d like it: If fairy tales and mythology prick your interest and you long for tales of fantasy without the sugar coating, then you’ll surely want to check it out. Readers who’ve enjoyed any of Gregory Maguire’s books (the author of Wicked) might also want to […]

Worm Food Book Reviews #2

“The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green Why you’d like it: A lot of people have told me they read The Fault in Our Stars when someone they loved was diagnosed with cancer, and that it helped them through it. I could definitely see that and I’d recommend it for consoling purposes. However, I […]

Worm Food Book Reviews #1

“Ready Player One” by Ernest Cline Why you’d like it: I think Ready Player One would be more interesting to someone who’s familiar with the 70s or 80s on some level, so I’d start there. The plot hinges on the references, sure, but the story’s compelling enough on its own. If you’re not sentimental for […]