Books

This time of year there are innumerable “best of” lists floating around. So here’s one that you might find a bit unusual: “Best Books For People of a Certain Age.” The list includes memoirs and mini-histories, with some self-help and humor thrown in. Looking for a little distraction for yourself…

Contemplating what your next summer book should be? No matter what you choose, you can’t go wrong, at least according to a new study. Published in the journal Social Science & Medicine, this research from the Yale School of Public Health documents that, on average, there’s a two year survival…

Pulitzer-prize-winning essayist and novelist Anna Quindlen is a source of intelligence and truth for millions of readers. In her novels and opinion pieces Anna often captures the emotions and experiences of women of a certain age. Now, in a recent opinion piece first published in Harper’s Bazaar, she has shared…

Aging parents, family caregiving, ever present guilt- not usually the stuff from which comedy is mined. But author Cathleen Schine’s brand new novel, They May Not Mean To, But They Do has managed to find humor in the real life events often borne of tragedy. Centered around the family matriarch, 86…

Travel these days can be a hassle- going through security lines, looking for cheap airfares, penalties for excess baggage. But what about the emotional baggage that accompanies travel with your aging relatives? Is there a way to create a joyful experience despite potential friction or physical limitations? Blogger Valerie Grubb…