The 2013 Literary Fauxscars: And the Nominees are…
After much debate, multiple trips to the movie theater, and frequent log-ins to our Netflix accounts, we have researched our way through classic novels, young…
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The Hunger Games: Why the Apocalypse is the New Vampire
By Amanda Festa I will clear the air right away and say, I was a fan of Twilight. It seems that this question has been…
Literary Traveler Holiday Gift Guide 2012
By Amanda Festa Looking for the perfect gift for the Literary Traveler in your life? Look no further. 1. For the Tech-Savvy Literary Traveler: Kindle…
The Hennessy Hammock: A Must-Have for the Adventurous Literary Traveler
By Wes Newbury The rain came down like lead pellets sprayed from an Uzi. I could hear the river raging just below the bank and…
Hotel Ambos Mundos: Traveling to Cuba the ‘Heming-way’
By Amanda Festa Since January of 2011, when restrictions on traveling to Cuba were loosened, eager travelers have been flocking to the country for one…
Disney World for Beginners: A Twentysomething’s Guide to the Magic Kingdom
By Amanda Festa Growing up, my family took plenty of trips. We traversed beaches and mountains and partook in our fair share of amusement…
The ‘Wonder’ of Ann Patchett
By Amanda Festa This September, the Literary Traveler Book Club will be discussing Ann Patchett’s 2011 novel, State of Wonder. Before delving into the…
The Southern Vampire Mysteries: How to Survive the Fall without True Blood
by Amanda Festa For the past five years, summer has brought many much-anticipated guilty pleasures. Beach days, BBQs, Sam Adams’ Summer Ale, sun bathing. …
Unique Accommodations for the Adventurous Traveler
By Amanda Festa When my wanderlust gets the best of me but I am unable to take an impromptu trip, I find myself living vicariously…
WordFest, Wharton and a Weekend in the Berkshires
by Amanda Festa Although the heat does not seem to be going anywhere anytime soon, as Labor Day inches its way closer, it is…