About
Welcome to Beyond the Bookends! Within these pages, you will be inspired by carefully curated book recommendations, captivating reading challenges, and a commitment to nurturing a love of books in children. Come read our story.
About Beyond The Bookends
We are Jackie and Kirsten, two lifelong readers and best friends. In 2017 we launched Beyond the Bookends with a desire to turn our passion for reading into a resource for a community of readers. It’s not just an excuse to spend more time indulging in our favorite hobby; it’s a commitment to creating a literary space for fellow book lovers to explore and connect with books and each other.
Through our experiences as moms, professionals, and devoted readers, we hope to bring you book recommendations to fill your library, help incorporate storytelling into daily routines for children, and give glimpses into the literary wonders of the publishing world. Join us on this bookish adventure as we uncover stories to take us beyond the bookends.
What We Cover
Whether you’re an avid bookworm, a parent seeking recommendations for your little ones, or someone looking to enhance your reading routine, we’ve got you covered.
Adult Books by Genre
Discover a library’s worth of book recommendations for teens and adults across genres.
Kids’ Books by Age
It’s important to foster a love for reading from an early age. With our age-specific book lists, we cater to parents and educators by providing thoughtfully curated book recommendations for babies, toddlers, and kids of all ages.
Reading Challenges
Embark on adventures with our curated reading challenges designed to push your boundaries and introduce you to new genres, authors, and perspectives. Challenge yourself to read outside your comfort zone and share your progress with our community.
Book Club Guides
Elevate your book club experience with our in-depth bookclub guides which provide discussion questions and insights to enrich your conversations.
New and Upcoming Releases
Stay ahead of the reading curve with our round-up of new and upcoming releases. Plus, get the scoop on the latest celebrity book club picks before they are released to the general public.
Reading Readiness
For parents and educators, we offer valuable tips and resources to foster reading readiness in children.
Beyond Books
Our Beyond Books section explores novel ways to integrate reading into everyday life. It also features other articles that bring us the same joy as books. From family game night to our go-to beauty recommendations, from book and gift pairings to literary-inspired rooms and merchandise, we’re dedicated to inspiring all aspects of your life.
Industry Insiders
Author Interviews
Gain exclusive access to your favorite authors through our in-depth interviews. You’ll learn about their writing processes and inspirations while gaining insight into the stories behind the stories of your favorite book.
In-Person Events
We frequently hold in-person book events at local bookstores and libraries. We chat with authors and host charity fundraisers for local non-profits. Find our latest events on Instagram!
Meet the Team
Meet Jackie:
Jackie, a Speech-Language Pathologist and mother of three dynamic kids, brings her Canadian charm and years of experience to our blog as Editorial Director and Co-founder.
Meet Kirsten:
As the Creative Director and Co-founder, Kirsten uses her marketing and PR background to curate our quarterly magazines, implement social media strategies, and ensure that our website is relevant and visually appealing.
Connect with Us
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Do you have a question or want book recommendations? For general feedback or comments reach us at hello@beyondthebookends.com.
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For bookstores, author interviews, and event hosting, email events@beyondthebookends.com.
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Editorial Code
At Beyond the Bookends, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, accuracy, and fairness in our editorial content. Our Editorial Code of Conduct ensures that our articles, reviews, and features are honest and truthful to the best of our knowledge. By adhering to this code, Beyond the Bookends aims to foster trust and credibility with our readers, promoting a culture of respect.
Product Review Guidelines for Beyond the Bookends
At Beyond the Bookends, our product reviews are guided by a commitment to honesty, thoroughness, and impartiality. We strive to provide our readers with accurate and insightful evaluations of books, literary products, and related services. Each review is based on extensive research and personal experience, ensuring that our assessments are well-informed and fair.
We do not accept compensation or incentives from manufacturers or publishers that could influence our reviews. Some books are gifted; however, all opinions are our own. Any potential conflicts of interest are fully disclosed to maintain transparency. Our goal is to help our readers make informed decisions by offering clear, unbiased opinions and detailed information on the products we feature.
Affiliate Statement
To help cover our bills, we are involved in a select number of affiliate advertising programs. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. All opinions of products we link to are our own. We only link to products we would be recommending to you anyway.
