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Survival isn’t Guaranteed in these Must-Reads! If the high-stakes drama and chilling twists of Squid Game left you craving more, you’re in for a treat. These gripping reads will drag you into deadly competitions, test the limits of trust, and push humanity to its breaking point. Twists, Trauma, and Office …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write DAEMONS (The Riddle of the Storm)? I wrote my first novel (Branwen) for middle schoolers to young adults. It was a retelling of THE SWORD IN THE STONE narrated by a young girl. My series (THE SHADOW WAR) I …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. Where is Publishing’s Response to the Neil Gaiman Allegations? On Monday, New York …
Sports make a great backdrop for a book. Many of us have played a sport at one time or another in our lives. We likely know the thrill of a score. The camaraderie of being on a team. The thrill of facing an opponent. The joy of a win. The …
14 Jan 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 Paul A. DeStefano, …
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Reunion by the Lake by James Gilbert There’s a point early on in James Gilbert’s Reunion by the Lake when Grace, entering the twilight of her life as she and her husband Richard confront his terminal illness, loses her grip of a glass in the kitchen, and it breaks in …
10 Jan 2025 Unmissable New Literary Fiction to Read This Week Looking for your next unforgettable read? This week’s literary fiction releases are brimming with powerful stories, unforgettable characters, and thought-provoking prose. From emotionally charged dramas to inventive narratives, these new novels promise to captivate and linger in your mind …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Roll into your weekend with this highlight reel of the bookish news Today in Books readers were most interested in this week. Our Most Anticipated Books of 2025 Check out our list of …
Soul Flowers by Cynthia Schumacher “Soul Flowers is meant to touch and inspire, and Schumacher does just that.” With the new year comes a new sense of hope. I can think of no better time to embrace the beauty of poetry, especially in works such as Cynthia Schumacher’s seventh collection, …
10 Jan 2025 New Fantasy Novels for Fans of Anansi Boys If Neil Gaiman’s Anansi Boys enchanted you with its mythic charm, wit, and rich storytelling, you’re in for a magical ride. The fantasy genre is bursting with new novels that weave together folklore, humor, and heart in ways that …
Today in Books How to support anti-book ban bills, Jenna Bush Hager partners up with a Big 5 publisher, that problematic book app AI, and more. S. Zainab Williams Jan 11, 2025 The comments section is moderated according to our community guidelines. Please check them out so we can maintain …
Stephen A. Pharo presents an international conspiracy thriller that brims with tension, political intrigue and powerful leaders making tough decisions for the future of their country. Hong Kong Redux opens in the midst of a deadly international conspiracy. President Xi Jinping stares down a red folder with a large white …
10 Jan 2025 New YA Books to Devour for Fans of Six of Crows If you couldn’t get enough of the cunning heists, morally complex characters, and richly built worlds in Six of Crows, you’re in for a treat. The world of young adult literature is brimming with thrilling new …
Travel from China to the United States with Haiwen and Suchi, lovers separated by time and one pivotal decision, from the ’40s to present day. In this excerpt, wander the vividly painted streets of wartime Shanghai with vendors, early risers, and troubled minds, and meet heartbroken Haiwen and Suchi on …
Throughout his lifetime, Jimmy Carter held many titles: President of the United States, Nobel Peace Prize winner, philanthropist, humanitarian, artist — and author. Carter wrote mostly non-fiction, touching on subjects from war and peace to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, faith, personal reflections on his life and aging — and even fishing. …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Admins: Simulation’s End? I was driving on a highway looking out and had one of those “wouldn’t it be cool…” moments, and the idea just transformed from there. What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. Lit Hub’s Most Anticipated Books of 2025 Lit Hub published a megalist of …
Mind-Body, Birth by Samantha Vaive, Ph.D. This book is meant to support you and to help you have the absolute best possible birth for you. No pressure, no judgment. At a recent gathering of my book club, the conversation turned to our pregnancy and delivery stories. This was prompted by …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Damned Yankees? I got the idea during my year-long study at the Naval War College in Newport, RI, for a master’s degree in National Security and Strtegic Studies. I took a Revolutionary War elective and became fascinated by the …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. The Book App AI That Rec’d Reading More White Authors What a day …
As Joe Matthews notes in his inspirational story Cycling for a Cause, “Life is not a dress rehearsal. You only get one shot at it, so why not try and make it count.” Matthews made his life count by cycling across the country and raising funds for those affected by …
03 Jan 2025 6 New YA Novels to Add to Your 2025 Reading List A new year means fresh stories to fall in love with! From heartfelt contemporary tales to thrilling adventures, these six new YA novels promise to captivate and inspire. Whether you’re seeking relatable characters, pulse-pounding drama, or …
It’s the moment every book lover dreads: you’re chatting with a friend/colleague/acquaintance/airplane seatmate. You mention that you like to read, they ask you for a few recommendations, and then…your mind goes blank. Books? What are those? Enter: the magic of a spreadsheet. Mine goes back to 2013, and let me …
Pictures of You by Emma Grey “For those who believe in true love, second chances, magic and miracles, this is a gem of a book for you.” Australian author and journalist Emma Grey’s debut adult novel The Last Love Note alternately broke and uplifted hearts with its moving story about …
03 Jan 2025 New Fantasy Novels to Read Before Onyx Storm The fantasy genre continues to dazzle readers with its tales of magic, epic quests, and unforgettable worlds. As we eagerly await the release of Onyx Storm, the highly anticipated novel that promises to redefine modern fantasy, there’s no better …
Old Soul by Susan Barker (G.P. Putnam’s Sons, January 28) Here’s another new horror novel focused on grief, and this one kicks off when two strangers meet in Osaka airport. Both Jake and Mariko lost someone important to them, and before their deaths, they both saw the same woman, even …
Ace, Marvel, Spy by Jenni L. Walsh “Walsh has given us a riveting insight into a true wonder woman by blending biography with history and adventure, and an added dash of romance.” With a flair for mining out remarkable women from obscurity in history, Jenny L. Walsh has once again …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Flight of the Windigo? I made a short film at Film School about thirty years ago and the essence of the story stuck with me all these years. If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters …
All The Love Under the Vast Sky edited by Kip Wilson (January 14) The entire premise and execution of this forthcoming anthology is brilliant and makes me so, so excited to read it. As the title suggests, this is an anthology exploring the meaning of love. What IS love anyway? …
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