summertime margarita

The Perfect Margarita for the Summertime

The margarita: a summer cocktail favorite. There are oh so many recipes out there for the margarita, but I stand by this one.

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Get Carded: Wine and Literature Pairing in Partnership with the Chicago Public Library Foundation

Lit With a Twist is thrilled to work with the Chicago Public Library Foundation and host one of their “Get Carded” series events. Save the date for August 27th for a wine and literature pairing and tasting at Chicago’s Que Syrah Fine Wines boutique wine shop.

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All the Pretty Bookcases

My favorite piece of furniture in my bedroom growing up was my three-shelf bookcase. As an adult, the bookcase is still supreme in my apartment…and the total count is five. Unfortunately, the bags of books on the floor signify that number six needs to join the family.

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book deal

Book Deal: Ender’s Game (Ender Wiggins Quartet) by Orson Scott Card

If you haven’t heard of the book, then you may have at least heard of (or seen) the movie. Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card is on sale for your reading pleasure for $5.50 (originally $12.99).

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For Father’s Day: $60 off the New York Times Year of Wine Gift

You read that right. The New York Times is taking $60 off the bill for you (or your father) to receive an entire year of wine. An entire year of wine!

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Maps Featuring the Birthplace of Famous Cocktails and Famous Authors

There is something telling about knowing an origin or a birthplace. The Grasshopper cocktail was first invented in New Orleans. Stephen King writes his novels while staring out at the Maine foliage. Knowing these fun facts just adds a bit of…color…to your experience.

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READING LIST

On the Reading List: The Bees by Laline Paull and the StartUp Podcast

This week is a fun one. I’m currently reading The Bees by Laline Paull and listening to the fantastic podcast, StartUp, from Gimlet Media.

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Book Deal: Bad Twin (Lost) by Gary Troup

Check out Bad Twin (Lost) by Gary Group. Bad Twin (Lost) is available in hardcover for only $2.95

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Pinterest Round-Up: Spanish Castle, Book Art, Inspirational Quotes and a Man Reading with His Cow

Just because we love reading doesn’t mean we don’t love pretty pictures. In fact, we’re kind of obsessed with them. Our favorites on Pinterest this week include a glorious Spanish castle, literary art work and some inspirational quotes to usher in the summer.

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book deal

Book Deal: Chess Story by Stefan Zweig

Chess Story by Stefan Zweig is available for $6.98 (originally $12.95).

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