Book List

When a story takes place over the course of 24 hours (or fewer!), you know that every single moment is going to be important. Even though quarantine means more of us than ever are relating to Bill Murray in the movie Groundhog Day, we don’t mind these one-day books repeating in our hearts forever. Books […]

I’ll be totally honest, I have never been outside of the continental United States. For years I, like many of you, have relied upon the sweeping vistas of period dramas, international features, globe-trotting music videos, and lush passages to take me on a world tour. One day soon, I dreamed I would finally grab a […]

Everyone deserves to see themselves in the books that they’re reading. That’s one of the best parts about fiction. This feels doubly true for romances, as no two couples are exactly alike. Here are a few that you can cozy up to and enjoy ASAP. 23 Must-Read Romances Featuring Characters Who Are BIPOC 1. Misfit […]

If you’re like me, your New Year’s plans look a bit different this year than in years past. When the ball virtually drops and we ring in the new year, I’ll be (happily) spending my evening in comfy pajamas, a hot drink in one hand and a book in the other. Looking to join me? […]

Taylor Swift surprised us with an album…again. So obviously, we again have to give you YA recs to go with every evocative dreamy song off folklore’s bop-filled (but SAD) sister, evermore. Thanks, Taylor. ❤️ Books to Read If You Loved Taylor Swift’s evermore 1. willow – The Lady Rogue by Jenn Bennett For the lead […]

The only thing better than a perfect fairytale meet-cute is the kind of meet-cute that is not supposed to be a meet-cute at all, when the sparks and the affection are all supposed to be for show—until the sparks start flying for real. The Fake Dating Trope is so powerful because it keeps everyone guessing. […]

It’s the holiday season!! All I Want for Christmas is You is back on the radio and the smell of hot cocoa is in the air. In the spirit of gift-giving, we here at Riveted by Simon Teen continue the tradition of telling you what books from this past year we recommend as the perfect […]

We all know Malec is the ultimate Shadowhunters ship, and perhaps even the ultimate ship of them all. Between the Mortal Instruments series and their very own Eldest Curses series, you’d think we’d have enough of them, but we have not. Here are some ships you must consider getting on board with if you’re a […]

Ahhh, The Craft! We love a 90s cult classic here at Simon Teen. The soundtrack is perfect and the film provides infinite style inspiration during spooky season (or every season if you wear all black, tbh). If you haven’t seen it yet, please do yourself a favor and add it your ever-growing list of “movies-to-watch.” […]

Spooky season is here! And now that the days are growing shorter, there is nothing better than reading a book that will give you a little scare. So if you’re looking for the perfect book to raise your heart rate, look no further than these reads! 15 Spooky, Scary, & Just Plain Eerie Books to […]