Gracie Carmichael
- Apr 29
- 7 min
How to be a Heroine: Finding Grace and Wisdom in a Literary Light
In a society suffering from "main character syndrome," we're best off looking to the heroines to discover the wisdom of graceful endurance.
Gracie Carmichael
- Mar 1
- 5 min
Gleaming Jewels of Alcott-ian Wisdom in "The Little Women Devotional"
From bestselling author Rachel Dodge comes The Little Women Devotional, exuding the timeless biblical wisdom of Alcott's beloved classic.
Gracie Carmichael
- Feb 23
- 6 min
The Tales of our Youth: A Return to the Children's Story
If you’ve misplaced the door to fairyland, follow me through the looking-glass with a call to revisit the cherished stories of our youth.
Gracie Carmichael
- Dec 29, 2021
- 6 min
The 10 Best Books I read in 2021
Join me in looking back on the best books of 2021, a year of discovering new stories that have come to join my list of lifelong favorites.
Gracie Carmichael
- Nov 29, 2021
- 4 min
My Holiday Gift Guide for Readers | 2021 Edition
For the Anne-girl and the Alcott Enthusiast, Young Readers and Austen devotees, my holiday gift guide is here to help in the holiday bustle.
Gracie Carmichael
- Nov 20, 2021
- 12 min
The Poldark Perusal - Book 12, Bella Poldark
It's the end of the journey! Join me in the last Poldark Perusal covering the twelfth and final book of the Poldark saga: Bella Poldark.
Gracie Carmichael
- Sep 20, 2021
- 10 min
10 Life Lessons I learned from Alcott's "An Old-Fashioned Girl"
Polly Milton's timeless story is like a precious jewel that shines brighter with age, full of ageless wisdom more relevant today than ever.
Gracie Carmichael
- Jul 31, 2021
- 14 min
The Poldark Perusal - Book 11, The Twisted Sword
Welcome back to the Poldark Perusal! This time we're delving into the penultimate installment of the saga: Book 11: The Twisted Sword.
Gracie Carmichael
- Jul 17, 2021
- 5 min
Afternoon Tea with "The Story Girl"
You are cordially invited to join me for Afternoon Tea with L.M. Montgomery's The Story Girl...with the promise of raspberry turnovers, too!
Gracie Carmichael
- Jun 30, 2021
- 5 min
A First Meeting with "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society"
Join me as I review Mary Ann Schaffer's powerful, poignant book about war, love and hardship from the lens of Guernsey Islanders post-ww2.
Gracie Carmichael
- Jun 18, 2021
- 5 min
Entering the World of James Herriot's "All Creatures Great and Small"
I've started a delightful trek into the heartwarming and hilarious world of James Herriot, a country veterinary surgeon of 1930s Yorkshire.
Gracie Carmichael
- Jun 4, 2021
- 10 min
To be a Fanny Price in a world of Mary Crawford's
Mansfield Park, Austen's most controversial novel, is a hidden gem that deserves so much more recognition. Care to be convinced? :)
Gracie Carmichael
- May 12, 2021
- 9 min
The Poldark Perusal - Book 10, The Loving Cup
Welcome back to the Poldark Perusal! This time we're taking a look at The Loving Cup, the tenth book of Winston Graham's 12-book saga...
Gracie Carmichael
- Mar 26, 2021
- 9 min
The Poldark Perusal - Book 9, The Miller's Dance
Welcome back to the Poldark Perusal! This time I'm unpacking The Miller's Dance: Book 9 of Winston Graham's marvelous 12-book Cornish saga.
Gracie Carmichael
- Mar 16, 2021
- 6 min
Seasonal Stories and Signs of Spring
Join me for an early-spring ramble, on the joys of seasonal rereads and the nurturing of dear, fanciful daydreams so close to our hearts...
Gracie Carmichael
- Feb 26, 2021
- 2 min
The Literary Heroine Release, with Free Downloadable Wallpapers
I'm so excited to announce a new line of products on the Austens & Alcotts shop — The Literary Heroine Collection, available today!!
Gracie Carmichael
- Feb 24, 2021
- 7 min
Wuthering Heights was an... Experience
Emily Brontë's classic gothic thriller wasn't quite what I expected. As a relative Brontë novice, I had thoughts! Join me in unpacking them!
Gracie Carmichael
- Jan 30, 2021
- 6 min
At the Breakfast Table with "Emily of New Moon"
Join me for a New Moon breakfast as I unpack my personal favorite of L.M. Montgomery's beloved works, all with a spoiler-free guarantee!
Gracie Carmichael
- Jan 15, 2021
- 11 min
The Poldark Perusal - Book 8, The Stranger From the Sea
Welcome back to the Poldark Perusal! This time we're unpacking book 8 of Winston Graham's Poldark saga: The Stranger From the Sea.
Gracie Carmichael
- Dec 31, 2020
- 6 min
My Top 10 Reads from 2020
From much-beloved classics to new discoveries made, join me in unpacking the Top 10 books I read in this most singular year!
Gracie Carmichael
- Dec 11, 2020
- 3 min
The Anne of Green Gables Devotional - GIVEAWAY with Rachel Dodge
I'm thrilled to be partnering with Rachel Dodge, author of The Anne of Green Gables Devotional, for this Kindred Spirits giveaway!
Gracie Carmichael
- Nov 30, 2020
- 3 min
My Holiday Gift Guide for Readers
With Christmas just around the corner, I've assembled my Holiday Gift Guide for Readers, from stocking stuffers to swoon-worthy editions.
Gracie Carmichael
- Nov 11, 2020
- 4 min
8 Wartime-Lit Picks for Veterans Day
Happy Veterans Day! In commemoration of today's holiday, I've compiled 8 Wartime Literature books that are sure to become fast favorites.
Gracie Carmichael
- Oct 31, 2020
- 19 min
Reader, I finally read Jane Eyre.
Last month, I knew nothing about Charlotte Brontë's gothic masterpiece. Today, Jane Eyre is one of the greatest works of fiction I've read!
Gracie Carmichael
- Sep 16, 2020
- 5 min
10 Must-Read Classics for Fall
Autumn beckons, and to the aid of all seasonal readers like myself, I've compiled a list of the Top 10 Fall Classics to enjoy this season.
Gracie Carmichael
- Sep 4, 2020
- 5 min
#ReadChristie2020
An ongoing list of every Agatha Christie I've read in 2020, updated throughout the year.
Gracie Carmichael
- Aug 28, 2020
- 12 min
The Poldark Perusal - Book 7, The Angry Tide
My journey into Winston Graham's 12-book Poldark saga continues! Join me in unpacking Book 7: The Angry Tide in this month's Perusal.
Gracie Carmichael
- Aug 25, 2020
- 2 min
Collecting Vintage Alcotts
I've always dreamt of starting a vintage Alcott collection, and I've finally begun with these four beautiful editions of Jo's Boys, Eight...
Gracie Carmichael
- Jul 25, 2020
- 8 min
The Poldark Perusal - Book 6, The Four Swans
The deeper I dive into Poldark, the deeper I fall in love with Winston Graham's legendary saga. Join me in unpacking Book 6, The Four Swans!
Gracie Carmichael
- Jul 3, 2020
- 5 min
The Poldark Perusal - Book 5, The Black Moon
As a major fan of the PBS series, I'm determined to read through Winston Graham's 12-book Poldark saga before the year is up. Join me as...
Gracie Carmichael
- Jun 15, 2020
- 7 min
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes — In-Depth Book Review
Suzanne Collins made a masterly move with her Hunger Games prequel, intricately woven with philosophy and the inherent state of humanity...
Gracie Carmichael
- May 29, 2020
- 4 min
My Top 3 Reads for #MysteryBookMay
Have you heard? #MysteryBookMay is almost over, and today I'm rounding up my top 3 mystery books of the month (spoiler free!) to celebrate.
Gracie Carmichael
- May 7, 2020
- 4 min
Across the 100-acre Wood: A.A. Milne's "Winnie-the-Pooh"
Every spring, I find my heart sighing to return to the 100-acre Wood, where Pooh Bear is counting his fourteen pots of honey, and Piglet...
Gracie Carmichael
- Apr 29, 2020
- 5 min
Louisa May Alcott's Little Men - Book Review
With spring well underway and turbulent times distracting us from daily pleasure, I find myself turning again to the Bhaers of Plumfield...