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Bookworms Unite With #50BookPledge
How many books can you get through in a year? By joining the 50 Book Pledge initiative and using the official tag, #50BookPledge, on Twitter, book lovers everywhere can keep track of exactly just how much of a bookworm they are. It all started with the creation of The Savvy Reader, a blog created back in 2006 and hosted by HarperCollins Canada. It was a response to the then-outdated HarperCollins website, which didn’t reflect the values and services the publishing company wanted to give to its readers. Through The Savvy Reader, HarperCollins is able to “connect and engage with readers as readers rather than as publishers and marketers,” says Kaitlyn…
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7 Practical Gift Ideas for Your Geeky Friends
What do you get for the geeky friends who are sure to have nearly every piece of paraphernalia associated with their favourite fandoms? Sure, figurines and posters are a safe bet, but after a while, they can get pretty boring and don’t add much value other than looking pretty on shelves and walls. So, here are a few gift ideas that bring together geek and practicality! Warning: a slew of seriously terrible puns are up ahead! Pikachu Coin Bank This adorable coin bank brings me back to the days of the Blue and Red versions on my Game Boy Colour. It’s the perfect gift for the friend who always…
