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Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. 15 Stress-Free Reads When you want the literary equivalent of a weighted blanket, reach for one of these. Celebs: They’re Just Like Us Paparazzi is a net negative in the …
Author Louise Ells shares the story behind her new novel, Lies I Told My Sister. Taking place over just 17 hours and alternating between past and present, the novel follows the strained relationship of estranged sisters Rose and Lily, as issues of their childhood, the death of their older sister, …
05 Nov 2024 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 Natalie Shpet, Daniel …
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 …
Inner Trek: A Reluctant Pilgrim in the Himalayas by Mohan Ranga Rao It is said that people do not freely choose to travel to Mount Kailash. That Kailash chooses you, not the other way around. Mohan Ranga Rao certainly did not choose Kailash — not at first. A self-described “reluctant …
31 Oct 2024 New Fantasy & Sci Fi Novels to Read Before Silo Season 2 Get ready for Season 2 of Silo with these exciting new fantasy and sci-fi novels! Whether you’re into dystopian worlds, epic quests, or mind-bending twists, this list will transport you to new realms and keep …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Welcome to the Sunday edition of Today in Books, where we round up the stories readers clicked on the most this week. Come on in and catch up! Publishers Weekly’s Best Books of …
Casalvento: House of the Wind by Gudrun Cuillo In vino veritas. The Latin phrase can be translated as ‘in wine, there is truth.’ It’s an expression with some fact to it, given the effect alcohol can have on loosening the tongue. But in Gudrun Cuillo’s Casalvento: House of the Wind, …
31 Oct 2024 6 Reflective Memoirs for Fans of Joan Didion For readers drawn to Joan Didion’s introspective style and sharp insights, these six memoirs offer a similarly powerful exploration of life’s complexities. Through personal stories and reflective prose, each author delves into themes of loss, identity, resilience, and self-discovery. …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Last week, I shared The Best Queer Books of the Year, According to Barnes & Noble: I combed through each of the B&N Best Books of the Year 2024 lists and picked out …
In another life, I’m a writer who meticulously plans out the entire trajectory of my book before I even touch my fingers to the keyboard. When I sit down to work, I refer to the chapter outline I created, which maps out every beat of the story. So straightforward! So …
31 Oct 2024 6 New Young Adult Novels for Fans of The Witcher Calling all fans of The Witcher! These six new YA novels are brimming with magical worlds, fierce heroes, and epic quests, perfect for anyone who craves adventure and a dash of the supernatural. From dark fates to …
Every year, Barnes and Noble selects a list of the best books of the year in various categories as well as their overall best book of the year. The lists are out now, but the Book of the Year won’t be announced until November 15th. Until then, they’ve shared their …
The One-Week Writing Workshop by Karin Adams “Each chapter, each page and each exercise provides an enlightening and fun way for writers to think about their craft.” If you’ve read enough books, at some point you’ve probably wondered: How do they do it? How do they write books? Is there a …
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Shadows of Erathal (The Legends of Evorath Book 1), what would they be? “Simple Man” by Lynard Skynard would make a great theme song for Jaldor. What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as …
Don’t Let The Forest In by CG Drews Andrew likes to write twisted fairy tales, and he finds great refuge in them—and in sharing them with Thomas, who illustrates them. Thomas is Andrew’s rock, so when Thomas arrives at school one day with his abusive parents suddenly gone and blood …
I’ll Have A Double by Juliana Hastings It might be shocking and humbling to learn that a nice glass of Pinot Noir at the end of a stressful day can be related to cancer activity, but I’ll Have a Double by Juliana Hastings is a brave and honest eye-opener about …
29 Oct 2024 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 Willow Rose, Eric …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. We have a fair amount of titles on all five bestseller lists this week, including two newcomers from Bob Woodward and Michael Connelly. Freida McFadden is still in the top ten across all …
The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny “Penny and Gamache remain at the top of their game.” Each time bestselling author Louise Penny releases a new installment in her Three Pines Series, it is an exciting event. Readers cannot wait to be wrapped into the warmth of the cozy, hidden village …
25 Oct 2024 6 New Literary Fiction Novels to Remind You It’s Never Too Late In a world that often feels rushed, these six new literary fiction novels beautifully capture the essence of timing and transformation. Each story reminds us that it’s never too late to pursue dreams, find love, …
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Scenes From a Misbegotten Life by Victoria Maiden “If the book was designed to enlighten, touch our emotions and provide us with a magnificent story, chock full of anecdotes and incredible use of the language, well, you can check off all those boxes.” It’s a hard subject to talk about, …
25 Oct 2024 The Buzziest Books of October | 2024 Get ready for a spine-tingling literary adventure this October with our eerie selection of must-read titles! From chilling thrillers to enchanting romances, prepare to be bewitched by the captivating tales that await. Curious about the books that are sending shivers …
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. 2025 Andrew Carnegie Medals Longlists The 2025 Andrew Carnegie Medals Longlists for Fiction …
Little Boy, I Know Your Name by Mitchell Raff Mitchell Raff reveals a side of the Holocaust — the effects on the next generation — that are not conveyed enough in literature and formal studies. His story is deeply personal, authentic and heartbreaking. There’s a school of thought that argues …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write SCHROEDER? I promise I am not skimping out with this answer, but I can only respond with — life. If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of SCHROEDER, what would they be? They are in …
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This spooky season, I’ve decided to embrace all things witchy. As a longtime fan of everything Hocus Pocus — and now the spellbinding Agatha — I wanted to find some books that match the vibe. What I found was a wide assortment of witchy tales. The women in these stories …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Stellar Heir? I’ve always loved martial arts movies like Fists of Fury, Enter the Dragon, Ip Man and a ton of others. I’ve also always loved space operas like The Expanse, Dune and of course Star Wars. So, I …
