3 Nonfiction Summer Reads
Diving into a well of new information with a good nonfiction bio, poli-sci, or history tome sounds like a dream. Learning everything you could want to know about a particular subject is thrilling. These books may seem denser, but nonfiction reads can be a lot…
Summer Blockbusters We Can’t Wait To See!
Summer is here and with it some awesome movies all vying for our attention and box office dollars. Summer may be when most of Arizona is currently melting into the concrete, sorry Bookmans Fam, but it is also when all the latest blockbusters hit the…
Period Dramas Totally Worth Bingeing
If you’re like me, you love a good period drama. These shows tend to be mostly based in the UK. Very fancy people wearing fancy outfits and having dramatic conversations about houses, lords, and ladies, alliances, war, and the like. And if it’s based on…
Avengers: Endgame: Thoughts, Feelings, and SPOILERS!
Avengers: Endgame is here. First, I underwent the spiritual journey that was Beyonce’s Homecoming. Then it was adrenaline-induced heart palpitations during The Battle of Winterfell. I decided to keep the emotional rollercoaster going and watch Avengers: Endgame. Though it seems like I enjoy torture, I’m honestly…
6 Quotes to Get You Pumped for Indie Bookstore Day
Independent Bookstore Day is just around the corner and Bookmans couldn’t be more excited. Bookmans stores across the state are gearing up for his annual event, planning awesome events and bookish fun for their communities. Customers can enjoy author meet & greets and kids bookish…
Upcoming Albums We Can’t Wait To Hear
Bookmans folks are big fans of music. From old school classic rock to new and interesting takes on blues, hip hop, and pop, we love and listen to it all. So you better believe that when we hear of a new record coming out from an…
Spring Reads I’m Here for in 2019!
Spring (reading) is here! While the rest of the world is “tiding up,” we Bookmans folk compile our spring reading piles. And yes, I might have a few fall reads I still need to tackle. (Hello Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver, I still see you there). You…
3 Movies To Watch On A Snow Day
In case you haven’t heard, Flagstaff had a record-breaking snowfall Thursday with a total of 36 inches in a single day. That’s 3 feet of snow. Bookmans Flag is no stranger to snow drama. If you’ll recall we had a bit of a situation in ’09 with…
A Bookmans Guide To Snow Days
Unlike our dear friends down south, Bookmans Flag is blessed with seasons and even snow! That’s right we’ve got that sweet fluffy stuff. The stuff snowmen and dreams are made of. And in honor of the fact that Flagstaff and Northern Arizona got truly dumped on…
9 Crush-Worthy Keanu Reeves Movies
When I was just twelve years old I fell in love with action star Keanu Reeves. My brother gave me a copy of The Matrix for Christmas and from “I know Kung-Fu,” I was a goner. It’s safe to say I’ve seen 90% of his…
Fave Reads of 2018!
2018 has come and gone but boy oh boy did we read some great books during the past year. From new releases to just new to us 2018 was full of exciting stories that we just couldn’t put down! So, of course, we had to…
New Years Resolutions Guaranteed To Succeed!
Fact: 90% of the people who make New Year’s resolutions loathe them. Of the 100% of those people try to succeed, only .05% actually stick to their resolutions beyond the third week of January. Also, a fact: 100% of that statement was written by an individual…
25 Gifts You Have To Give This Holiday Season
The holiday shopping season is upon us! And though it can be totally overwhelming not to mention expensive to shower your loved ones with gifts galore, Bookmans has got you covered. We have tons – and I mean TONS – of awesome gift ideas right here in our…
Must-Read Native American Storytellers
November marks Native American Heritage Month, a month-long celebration of the rich, vibrant, and diverse history of our country’s native peoples. Native American Heritage Month was designed as a platform for share native, culture, music, concepts and way of life. It’s also an opportunity for conversation,…
3 Board Games You Have To Play This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is almost here. If your holiday is anything like mine, chances are you will end up playing a board game by the end of it. Nothing like a little friendly competition on the holidays. Some stick to Candyland for kiddo’s sake while others take…
Spooky Reads Sure To Give You A Fright
October if full of spooky tales and frightful fun at Bookmans. Whether it’s attending one of our many Halloween events or visiting the stores to stock up on classic horror the likes of Stephen King, it’s safe to say October is Bookmans favorite time of…
Witchy Women We Love
Witches. If you’re looking for an example of pure female badassery in literature, look no further than these powerfully wicked women. Witches are by far the coolest ladies in supernatural and fantasy novels. Honestly, wish I was one. It’s no secret I’m a bit obsessed with these…