Rebecca Mehalic

I've read well over 100 books while earning my M.A. in History. Some were amazing, some okay, and others I quickly sold after the class ended. Out of all the books I read, these were the best of the best that were not only well-written but challenged me to think outside the box. My coursework focused primarily on American and Japanese history, with some European history thrown in here and there.

Time travel is a fun concept that has been reimagined in media, be it as a movie, show, book or game countless times. Sometimes it is genre-defining sometimes convulated, and other times something somewhere in-between. This list features time travel books worth a read.

Reality can sometimes be stranger than fiction, just as the saying goes. These books prove that our world can be as strange or stranger than any fictional book.

Time travel is a theme that pops up in media as a whole from time to time and manga (Japanese comics) are no different. Here is a curated collection of manga featuring time travel as a prominent theme. Please note that any manga on this list has been licensed in english in North America.

Shoujo refers to a genre targeted towards teenagers and young adults. It focuses on themes of romance, relationships, and personal growth, and often has a visual style with expressive characters and detailed backgrounds. Linked are the first volume of each series (if applicable) and the length of the series.

As an avid reader (and history graduate student--you read a LOT of books), I set a goal to read 100 books every year. This list comprises all the books I've read for the year (individual manga volumes but complete sets/collections are included) and are broken down by the predominant genre. I have also included a “Recommended” and “Not-recommended label” for all books.

If you've ever dreamed of building your own cozy, stylish library, this list is your blueprint. I’ve spent years scouring the internet, talking to friends and searching stores for the ideal pieces for my library-- from comfy chairs to beautiful shelves, warm lighting and those little nerdy touches that make it mine. This list is designed to help anyone getting started on their dream library or finally upgrading to a room full of floor-to-ceiling shelves.

Planning a trip to Japan can be overwhelming--where should I stay? Do I need to know Japanese? What region should I visit? What do I need to pack? I can answer the last one for you based on my trip to Japan.

Nestled in the Shenandoah Valley, Winchester has made a name for itself in history through the Civil War, several historical figures residing in it (including a young George Washington), and the infamous Apple Blossom festival. Located roughly an hour outside of D.C. it has something for everyone of all ages and interests.

I'm an avid museum-goer and I've been to good, unique, and sometimes even bad museums across the world. My home state of Virginia is rich in history and as a result, there's a lot of emphasis across the state on historical societies, protecting historical places and of course museums (with the last two sometimes going hand in hand). This list is a collection of my personal favorites.

My favorite type of video games are RPGs (Role-playing games) and list catalogs RPG games that I can highly recommend for the PS5. It is important to note that several games on this list are playable on other consoles, so I've done my best to mention that where applicable. I do enjoy JRPG's the most, so many recommendations will be those with a couple others like FRPG's (French Role-playing games) thrown in.

Sometimes it can be hard to find time to play games between a full-time job, grad school and a social life but there are the titles I've managed to play in 2025. For reference, I primarily play JRPGs (Japanese Role Playing Games), retro and “Cozy” games. I have broken down my list of games played by platform I played it on (but have noted when a game is available on another platform).

I got my switch in 2018 and it's become one of my favorite gaming consoles everyone (this coming from someone whose been gaming since the SNES era). This list are my favorite games of the many I've played on the switch and if I had to rebuild my collection, would rebuy in a heartbeat.Note: Links to the games come from Amazon and Estarland, or the Nintendo Online store. Estarland's physical location is near where I live in Northern Virginia and they have a large online store (which is what they're primarily known for).

Time travel has always fascinated me. It's become an increasingly popular theme across movies, books, shows, and games. This list compiles anime movies I've seen where time travel plays an important role. Sometimes it results in a great film while other times not so much. This list compiles the many anime movies I've watched featuring time travel that are worth watching.

I love the concept of time travel in media and film is no exception. I've watched a lot of movies featuring time travel, some amazing, some terrible and some that are just plain weird. This list compiles time travel movies I've seen that are worth watching, organized by the overarching theme (e.g., romance, correcting history etc.)

Got someone in your life who plays Pokemon, Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh, Flesh & Blood or other TCGs (Trading Card Games) and need to get them a gift? Then look no further than this list! I've been playing TCGs for over twenty years and everything here I've loved and regularly use.