We’ve entered the “Dog Days of Summer,” a phrase which — according to the Merriam Webster Idioms Dictionary — refers to “Hot, sultry summer weather; also, a period of stagnation… the period between early July and early September, when Sirius, the so-called Dog Star, rises and sets with the sun.” This summer gives “stagnation” a whole new meaning and books, like dogs, are our best friends these days. In this spirit, we’ve collected some of our favorite fiction and nonfiction for all ages: Continue reading →