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This has been a big year for book-to-screen adaptations, but they haven’t all been hits. Here are some of the worst adaptations of the year so far, according to Rotten Tomatoes ratings, with excerpts from reviews. Adaptations Critics Hated: Klara and the Sun (30% Tomatometer): “noxious sentimentality” that “strips away …
What often gets lost or overlooked in the conversation about book censorship is prison censorship. That isn’t to say it’s being ignored–book ban advocates use prison book bans as justification to remove titles in public schools–but prison censorship doesn’t get the same attention or advocacy by the general public. The …
A coalition of organizations and individuals working in the freedom to read space published a five-year report on the state of book censorship across the country earlier this fall. It invited literary advocates to share their experiences in fighting back against censorship. Groups working on prison censorship shared their insights, …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book? To explain what inspired When Gods Walked the Earth, I should probably begin with The Ignoble Lie, the first book in the series. When writing The Ignoble Lie, I became fascinated by the possibility that certain figures …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book? About two and a half years ago, I had two stories in my normal genre all outlined and researched. I’d developed my characters and sketched out their arcs. I had the opening scenes visualized in my head, …


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What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book? I attended a writer’s retreat in Alaska and just loved the setting. It seemed like the perfect place for a romantic thriller with the jagged mountains and dangerous snow, so the Osprey brothers were born. Shadow of …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book? I was on vacation in Canada and Alaska, and the landscape made a real impression on me. So much so that two years later, I’m still thinking about it often and plotting my return. Seeing the northern …


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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 M. Rebecca Wildsmith, Darren Rumbold, …
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 Rebecca Arden, Rebecca Zanetti, Colleen Hall, Jade West, Wren Shaw, and more. Enjoy your new romance books and happy reading! View Original …
Success doesn’t always follow the rules everyone expects. These business books challenge conventional wisdom, question established practices, and explore fresh approaches to entrepreneurship, leadership, and professional growth. They offer new perspectives on what it takes to build a business, overcome obstacles, and achieve meaningful results. Radical Hospitality by Zeke Freeman …
Explore Biography and Memoirs that spotlight resilience, identity, and moments of profound transformation. These life stories trace journeys through hardship, reinvention, and the power of understanding one’s origins—from near-death revelations to the complexities of family, fame, and self-acceptance. Ideal for readers seeking courageous, thought-provoking true stories that reveal how we …
Explore Fantasy and Science Fiction stories where destinies are forged, secrets awaken, and survival hinges on hope and heart. From worlds breaking apart to post-apocalyptic trials, these books blend magic, eerie forests, daring rebellion, and the quiet power of found family. Perfect for readers seeking immersive journeys through the unexpected, …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book? I wrote Radical Hospitality because, looking back, so much of my life has been shaped by building places where people come together. As an architect, developer, entrepreneur, husband, dad, and person of faith, I’ve come to believe …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book? The biggest inspiration was definitely Le Morte d’Arthur (and the broader Arthurian mythos), specifically the Lady of the Lake. The next biggest was A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Shakespeare, which is one of my favourite Shakespeare plays, …
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 Parker Elling, Laura Pavlov, Rebecca Jenshak, Rebel Bloom, Audrey Halliwell, and more. Enjoy your new romance books and happy reading! View Original …
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 Jeff Scotts, Sarah Alderson, J.T. …
Body positivity, body neutrality, fat liberation, inclusivity—no matter what you call it, representing and normalizing a range of body types and abilities is crucial in children’s media. I’ve felt strongly about this for decades, and it’s really only in the last five years that I’ve seen a shift in the …
My idea to compile this list of classic Mexican books first came up while I was talking about Japanese authors. I had been thinking of doing an informal miniseries where I focus on the specific literary traditions and histories of different ethnicities and nationalities, when, during a workshop I was …
After many, many years of user requests, Goodreads now allows half-star and quarter-star ratings. How’s everyone feeling about it? I sifted through thousands of comments on Instagram and Reddit, and here are the top sentiments being shared: ⭐ Hooray!: There are a lot of party popper emojis in the Goodreads …


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There’s definitely a vibe among romance readers that historical romance is in a downturn. Some might even say historical romance is dead. I will admit, it seems like there are fewer and fewer historical romance novels coming out over the last few years. And some of my favorite historical authors …
I misunderstood dark academia when I first heard the term. Instead of Donna Tartt’s The Secret History, I immediately thought of mysteries that take place in academia. Not only mysteries that require research, but a murder in a library, or another dramatic moment in the hallowed halls of academia. Campus …
Underlined From #1 New York Times bestselling author E. Lockhart comes a thriller set in the world of We Were Liars. When Matilda learns that the father she’s never met is reclusive artist Kingsley Cello, his invitation to spend the summer at his seaside home feels like a chance to …
If you’re not reading books in translation, you’re cutting yourself off from most of the planet’s best writers. Only a tiny percentage of authors published in languages other than English get their works translated, which is a shame, but the more we read and promote books in translation, the more …
Traci Sorell is the author of Indigenous from A to Z, illustrated by Natasha Donovan, out now from Workman Kids. Below, she recommends five recent picture books by Indigenous authors for Indigenous Peoples Day. Indigenous Peoples Day helps us as a country to celebrate the contributions, the resilience, and the …
Sometimes the smallest question leads to the biggest investigation. These Mystery and Thriller books draw readers into situations where exploring one possibility leads to another. As characters search for answers, new developments keep the stakes and anticipation building. The Dark Lottery: Jackpot… You’re Dead by Mike Stetz Release Date: October …


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What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book? Heartache, resilience, and bravery. I wanted both characters (and Cooper’s son) to exhibit these elements that have become cornerstones of my brand. But beyond those basics, I’d been intrigued by Andie from the moment she showed up …
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