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Yesterday, October 23, 2025, the state of Utah quietly added yet another book to its list of titles that must be removed from all public schools. Jay Asher’s bestselling young adult novel turned Netflix show Thirteen Reasons Why was added to the list following bans in Nebo, Toole, and Washington …
I’m going to go ahead and place my bet on Mona’s Eyes by Thomas Schlesser, which was basically until it appeared at the top of B & N’s best fiction of 2025 list week. “A heartfelt tale that stirs the soul and ignites the imagination” about a young girl’s adventures …


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Having written this column since mid-2021, I sometimes forget what I’ve covered. In some ways, I haven’t written anythingnewin the world of book censorship because the tactics, goals, and outcomes have not changed much at all over the course of this significant era of censorship. The guide to56 tasks you …
Wow, friends and fiends, somehow Halloween is just a week away. If you were thinking you were going to get a lot of horror books read this spooky season and are finding yourself a little behind schedule, you’re not alone! But time’s not up! If you’re looking to squeeze in …
I asked Peglo several questions about the appeal of romance in general and what made romance the perfect genre to tell Kang Dae and Bo Seon’s story in particular. One of the first things he mentioned was how he wanted to use common romance tropes, such as slow burn and …
Book Deals An Octavia Butler graphic novel, an EL James book bundle, two teens help find serial killers, a slow-burn psychological drama, and more of the best ebook deals of the day. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. View …
The Texas READER Act has been tied up in the court system since its passage by the Texas legislature in 2023. The READER Act bans “sexually explicit” books from public school libraries in the state and contains two components. The first is a manual created by the Texas State Library …
One of the coolest first contact sci-fi novels I have read is Hole in the Sky by Daniel H. Wilson, which came out two weeks ago. I was not prepared for all the action and scariness, and I liked it! Wilson is a Cherokee citizenand recently talked to Universe Today …
Stephen King Reflects on Adaptations of His Work Here’s how prolific Stephen King is: four of his books were adapted for film or TV this year alone. Two are in theaters this season (The Long Walk is out now; The Running Man drops November 7). Over at Lit Hub, King …
Once you’ve checked out all of these amazing Black women, think about how many others in the past and the present you might not be aware of, and start exploring on your own! History Books About Black Women The Woman Who Would Be King by Kara Cooney Many of us …
We’re flush with new releases in October and not just in the realm of YA fiction. There are so many excellent comics and graphic novels hitting shelves this month, as well as a handful of works of nonfiction. For readers, October is truly a cornucopia of excellent young adult books …
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It can be really daunting to know which picture books to buy for or read to the kids in your life. For the kids I know, I strive to share a select few of my own childhood favorites while focusing on books published in their lifetimes. There are plenty of …
‘Tis the season for the dark and creepy, as well as the less dark, less creepy creatures of the night. But it’s always a good time to pick up a paranormal romance, which is a romance set in a world similar to ours but with some element of the supernatural …
In The Case of the Sexual Cosmos, Howard Bloom does what few authors can—he shakes the foundations of scientific orthodoxy by challenging the two pillars many of us accept without question: the Second Law of Thermodynamics and the notion that life is inherently efficient and conservationist. Right from the first …
The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark A rollercoaster that keeps you guessing all the way up to the end. The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark is a dark crime thriller that centers on family, loyalty and love. The book asks how far one is willing to go to protect themselves, their family, …
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Following the season one wrap-up of Netflix’s Ransom Canyon and the western aesthetic being more popular than ever, I rounded up eight books that harness the spirit of the cowboys and outlaws to keep your bookshelf buckin’. Whether you’re partial to reading a classic Louis L’Amour or you’re looking for …
23 May 2025 The Buzziest Books of May | 2025 There’s something about May; maybe it’s the light or the warmth that makes us open up, and these stories meet that mood perfectly. ✨ Rich in feeling, full of heart, and fearless in the way they explore love, loss, identity, …
Book Deals The best book deals of the day, curated by Book Riot. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Today’s Featured Book Deals In Case You Missed Yesterday’s Most Popular Book Deals Previous Daily Deals View Original Source Here
I See You’ve Called in Dead by John Kenney A wake-up call to embrace and celebrate life. Author John Kenney has gifted readers an uplifting novel for the ages that immediately shot to the top of my five favorite books read so far in 2025. I See You’ve Called in …
06 May 2025 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 Marie Montine, Kimberley …
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The Bulgarian Bartender by Daryl Kulak A page-turner that will make you laugh out loud one moment and pump your fist in triumph the next. In Daryl Kulak’s debut novel, The Bulgarian Bartender, this unlikely rescue adventure blends high-stakes thriller tension with laugh-out-loud comedy and heartfelt friendship. Kaylee McDouglas, Angie …
02 May 2025 Twisty New YA Books You Won’t Be Able to Put Down Packed with secrets, betrayals, and jaw-dropping twists, these YA thrillers deliver nonstop suspense. If you love high-stakes drama and heart-pounding tension, these books are your next obsession. Dystpopia!: Hero’s Quest by David Horn Release Date: April …
Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. How THE GREAT GATSBY Took Over High School This year is the 100-year anniversary of the publication of The Great Gatsby, so you are going to be hearing about it …
Yoko: A Biography by David Sheff “Author David Sheff has written a balanced, commendable biography of a friend he has long admired that should attract and please a large audience.” YOKO: A Biography, written by author David Sheff, is unquestionably the definitive overview thus far of one of the most …
25 Apr 2025 New Mystery and Thriller Releases That Will Keep You Guessing If you’re craving heart-pounding suspense and jaw-dropping twists, these new mystery and thriller releases are just what you need. Packed with dark secrets, clever clues, and shocking endings, each book is a page-turner you won’t want to …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Erica Ezeifedi, Associate Editor, is a transplant from Nashville, TN that has settled in the North East. In addition to being a writer, she has worked as a victim advocate and in public …
