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Interview with Willow Winters, Author of Sexy as Sin

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Sexy as Sin? There were two scenes that begged me to write them. They’re “make-up spicy edition” scenes… but more than that they’re heavily emotional without any words being spoken. There’s a depth to this story about a man …
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Interview with Dale Mayer, Author of Simon Says… Hide

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Simon Says… Hide? I was looking for something darker to balance out the lighter cozies and romances that I write. Simon Says was the result. It was actually dreamt up during a conference over 3 years ago! What’s your …
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Interview with Colleen McMillan, Author of The Falls

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Falls? I’ve been working on this story for over a decade, starting with short stories set in Sterling Falls. I’ve always wanted to delve into the small Midwest town dynamic, since my mom grew up in a very …
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Interview with Carmen Rosales, Author of The Elysium Trilogy

22 Dec 2021 What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Elysium Trilogy? Japanese Culture If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Elysium Trilogy, what would they be? There is actually a playlist here. What’s your favorite genre to read? …
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New Biography and Memoir Books to Read

21 Dec 2021 Looking for some new biography and memoir books for your library? There are so many new releases this week that you’re bound to find a new favorite. You can pick up new books from N. Daniel, Kayleigh McEnany, Cassandra Peterson, and many more. Enjoy your new biography and memoir books. …
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Why Police Shouldn’t Be in Libraries (And How to Help

TW: Racism and police violence Libraries are an essential public institution. Beyond borrowing books for free, think of all the other things you can likely use your local library for: computer and internet access, space to work, assistance with research, a cheap place to print (because who owns a printer …
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Under the Whispering Door: Recap & Chapter-by-Chapter Summary

The Quick Recap and Chapter-by-Chapter Summary for Under the Whispering Door by T.J. Klune are below. Spoiler warning: these summaries contains spoilers. For a non-spoiler version of the plot synopsis, see The Bibliofile’s review of Under the Whispering Door by T.J. Klune. Quick(-ish) Recap The two-paragraph version: Wallace is an …
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A History of Zines

If you’ve ever been into an indie bookstore or cruised around at a comic convention, you’ve likely seen or flipped through a zine. Zines (pronounced ZEEN) have been around since the early 20th century, and have been an enormous part of underground and non-commercial publication. Zines are characteristically cheap to …
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New Young Adult Books to Read

21 Dec 2021 Are you an avid reader of Young Adult books? This week you are in luck! With all of these new novels, you’re bound to find a new favorite book to add to your reading list. This week includes new novels from bestselling authors Jillian Dodd, Kel Carpenter, Tara …
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New Science Fiction and Fantasy Books

21 Dec 2021 Set off on an adventure to new worlds this week! This selection of new science fiction and fantasy books will surely please! Science Fiction fans should be excited about the latest from bestselling authors Nassim Odin, J.D. Richards, Troy Denning, and more. If Fantasy is what your library needs, …
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New Books to Read in Literary Fiction

21 Dec 2021 Literary fiction readers are in for a treat. This week’s latest releases list is full of intriguing reads you won’t want to miss! The new releases list includes so many bestselling authors like Jodi Picoult, Lisa Harding, Mitch Albom, and many more. Enjoy your new literary fiction books. Happy …
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10 LGBTQ Mystery Books

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Last month when I rounded up the best LGBTQ thrillers, I was amazed with how much progress the genre’s seen in terms of queer representation over the past few years. As a queer …
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The Worst Books to Bring on a First Date

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. You go on a first date; you order Spaghetti Bolognese and your date orders a Margherita Flatbread. You agree to share a tiramisu. You split the check after some flirtatious arguing and then …
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Sexy Fruits on Book Covers

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. It’s so fun to observe book cover trends as they’re unfolding. There are so many examples lately: realistic illustrated covers in young adult, books with books on the cover, self-help books with the …
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Devilish Delights: Exorcise Your Mind With These 8 Horror Books

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. It’s the perfect time of the year for reading horror. Not just any horror, but horror about demons, devils, possessions, and exorcisms. You may be wondering why I think the weeks leading up …
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New Romance Books to Read

21 Dec 2021 Looking to fall in love with some new romance reads? You’ll adore these exciting new novels! This week you can get your hands on books by bestselling authors Kylie Kent, Carmen Rosales, Willow Winters, and more. Enjoy your new romance books and happy reading! Related grant scrolls_pure; if (shouldBeFixed …
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Summary and Review: Under the Whispering Door by T

The two-paragraph version: Wallace is an unpleasant and selfish man who dies. He is brought to a tea house where the ferryman, Hugo, is there to help Wallace process his life and enter the doorway to the afterlife when he’s ready. At the tea house, Wallace befriends the others there …
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The Best December YA Releases to Add to Your TBR

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Phew, we’ve made it to the end, folks! Another year is about to go into the books, and I know it’s been another rough one, so please enjoy some new book releases to …
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New Mystery and Thriller Books to Read

21 Dec 2021 Hold on to the edge of your seat as we hunt for clues and solve the case with these exciting new mystery and thriller books for the week! There are so many bestselling authors with new novels for you to dive into this week including Michael Anderle, Colleen …
Virginia Madsen and Antonio Sabato Jr.s Son Jack Sabato, 32, Arrested Over Fatal Hit-and-Run
Virginia Madsen and Antonio Sabato Jr.s Son Jack Sabato, 32, Arrested Over Fatal Hit-and-Run
The Pitt vs. ER Lawsuit: Are the Medical Dramas Similar?
The Pitt vs. ER Lawsuit: Are the Medical Dramas Similar?
He Was A Very Powerful Figure In Town, And No One Wanted To Get On His Bad Side: 11 Famous People Who Allegedly Sabotaged Their Partners Careers
He Was A Very Powerful Figure In Town, And No One Wanted To Get On His Bad Side: 11 Famous People Who Allegedly Sabotaged Their Partners Careers
Man Reportedly Stabbed in the Neck During Halloween Party at Jamie Foxxs Home, Suspect Arrested
Man Reportedly Stabbed in the Neck During Halloween Party at Jamie Foxxs Home, Suspect Arrested
Inside this years London Palestine Film Festival
Inside this years London Palestine Film Festival
Scarlett Johanssons Non-MCU Sci-Fi Blockbuster Is Leaving Netflix: Heres When
Scarlett Johanssons Non-MCU Sci-Fi Blockbuster Is Leaving Netflix: Heres When
Prima Facie review – falters despite best intentions
Prima Facie review – falters despite best intentions
NBC Affiliate Anchor Is Leaving Just Months After Joining Station
NBC Affiliate Anchor Is Leaving Just Months After Joining Station
9 Shows Like Campus Drivers to Watch Next
9 Shows Like Campus Drivers to Watch Next
Ask Matt: Send in More (and Funnier) Clowns, Getting Fired on Abbott, Raves for Cupertino & More
Ask Matt: Send in More (and Funnier) Clowns, Getting Fired on Abbott, Raves for Cupertino & More
Fox News: Jessica Tarlov Notices Trump Is Doing This After Election Disaster
Fox News: Jessica Tarlov Notices Trump Is Doing This After Election Disaster
Lit Hub Daily: November 10, 2026
Lit Hub Daily: November 10, 2026
sombr Begs Fan to Stop Flipping Him Off at His Shows
sombr Begs Fan to Stop Flipping Him Off at His Shows
King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard Announce New Album Entropy, Two North American Tours
King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard Announce New Album Entropy, Two North American Tours
Momo vs. Momo: How Momo Boyd Is Finding Her Own Voice While Staying True to Infinity Song — Thats Always Been the Dream
Momo vs. Momo: How Momo Boyd Is Finding Her Own Voice While Staying True to Infinity Song — Thats Always Been the Dream
Damage Control: Why Warner Bros. Keeps Making a Mess of the DC Universe
Damage Control: Why Warner Bros. Keeps Making a Mess of the DC Universe
Book Riots Deals of the Day for November 11, 2026
Book Riots Deals of the Day for November 11, 2026
The brand new Stylus Prize will distribute 0,000 to three literary nonprofits.
The brand new Stylus Prize will distribute $750,000 to three literary nonprofits.
Voting has Begun for the 2026 Goodreads Choice Awards
Voting has Begun for the 2026 Goodreads Choice Awards
The November Oprahs Book Club Reading Selection
The November Oprahs Book Club Reading Selection
39 Stylish Accessories Thatll Give Your Fall and Winter Looks A Cool Vibe
39 Stylish Accessories Thatll Give Your Fall and Winter Looks A Cool Vibe
These Chanel Fine Jewelry Pieces Are Made to Become Future Heirlooms
These Chanel Fine Jewelry Pieces Are Made to Become Future Heirlooms
How Jennifer Zuccarini of Fleur du Mal Revolutionized Lingerie Styling
How Jennifer Zuccarini of Fleur du Mal Revolutionized Lingerie Styling
5 Dated Wardrobe Staples to Skip in 2027 (and What to Buy)
5 Dated Wardrobe Staples to Skip in 2027 (and What to Buy)
Maika Monroe on Victorian Psycho: Maybe Everyone Is Evil
Maika Monroe on Victorian Psycho: Maybe Everyone Is Evil
The Awakening Review: Colombian Military Horror That Peaks Too Early
The Awakening Review: Colombian Military Horror That Peaks Too Early
Naked Alien Massacre Punishes the Wrong Sin, and That Is the Whole Joke
Naked Alien Massacre Punishes the Wrong Sin, and That Is the Whole Joke
Letitia Wright Horror In Her Shadow Begins in a Basement
Letitia Wright Horror In Her Shadow Begins in a Basement