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Weekly Links: Weasley Pranks and Super Mario Pedometers

A new month (It’s gonna be May!) means it’s time for a brand new batch of the hottest bookish, geeky, and crafty links that the internet has to offer. This week we’ve got everything from a comprehensive roundup of Weasley pranks to a Mario Brothers themed pedometer for your enjoyment.

Posted by Jennifer Morell

How to Get Your Favorite Character’s Hairstyle (With Tips From Stylists)

Want to recreate a character’s haircut but are unsure how—or if—you should take the leap? Set up your appointment now. You may have the urge to visit your hairdresser after checking out these cuts. We’ve rounded up some styles sported by fictional characters. Bonus? We asked stylists for pro tips on how to achieve and maintain these looks.

Posted by Christina Schillaci

Literary Characters Who Should Have Their Own Podcast

Podcasts are a great way to catch up on all your favorite topics. But what if fictional characters were allowed to host? Here are 5 literary characters that should have their own podcast.

Posted by Sandra Woolf

The Best Hair in Comic Books

Comic books are full of men and women with powers that defy physics and logic. And such powers must surely extend to their hair, or how else do they manage to maintain their impeccable locks while fighting crime? 

Posted by David Winnick

Books Without Their Inciting Incidents

Let’s set the facts straight—books don’t exist without an inciting incident. Everything after the inciting incident is the story. Everything before is backstory. It’s the spark that gets the plot rolling. But what would have happened to these characters if nothing had ever changed? Read on to discover the disastrous (and for some, preferable) results.

Posted by Christina Schillaci

Famous Men with Cats Pairings

We hear all the time about the special bond men have with their dogs, but what about men and their cats? With Keanu set to premiere this Friday, we're excited to watch Key and Peele attempt to rescue their pet cat from a local gang. And it seems that in general, men will do almost anything for their feline friends—here are some other famous examples:

Posted by David Winnick