Starbucks Halloween Cups for 2024 Are Here

https://www.retailmenot.com/blog/starbucks-halloween-cups.htmlSure, it’s the middle of September, but it’s not too soon to get your ‘ween on. Here’s the latest from Starbucks.

Assassins Anonymous

Assassins Anonymous By Rob Hart — a little (ahem, a lot) over the top in the last third, but fun anyway!

The Best Affordable Dupes for Dior’s Lip Oil

Into lip oils but not at $40 a pop? Try one of these Dior Lip Oil dupes. (Full list at RetailMeNot.)

Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren’t Growing Up

I was curious about this book after reading an excerpt (somewhere) and went in with an open mind. I am halfway through, but so far, I think author Abigail Shrier

The 12 Best Shampoos for Dry Hair of 2024

Another one for Real Simple. If you have dry hair, check out the full list here.

Bluesky!

The #kidlit army moved en masse to Bluesky (from Twitter/IG/FB). Join us there — and find me here.

Meet Literary Agent Saritza Hernández

Saritza Hernández of the Andrea Brown Literary Agency stopped by From The Mixed-Up Files of Middle-Grade Authors to talk about represent marginalized creators in the digital publishing space, her favorite

Donni Davy, head makeup artist on Euphoria, picks her favorite makeup bag

For Real Simple, I got advice from the Half Magic co-founder and head makeup artist on Euphoria to share her picks for the best makeup bag and what to look

The 12 Best Body Oils of 2024

Pick from luxury oils, allergen-free options, and more to achieve smooth, supple skin. See the full list at Real Simple.

Christos Anesti 

Happy Greek Easter to those who celebrate!