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Triumph To Tragedy, Book Four: The Clash of Pétion & Christophe by Daniel J.D. Bayard “Readers will feel as though they’ve taken a step through time to truly experience the ambiance of this period of Haitian history.” “Freedom is born from the resilience of those who dare to dream.” Triumph …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Highlands Homecoming (Highlands Christmas Book 3)? Well, it’s book 3 in the series. I needed to wrap things up! But what originally inspired me was that I was in a dark place with the pandemic and everything else going …
Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. Voting Opens for the 2024 Goodreads Choice Awards Voting is now open for the bookish internet’s annual popularity contest: the Goodreads choice awards. I have never done this, but you …
Space City by William Spencer “An entertaining novel that delivers from every angle.” Set in an epic voyage through outer space, Space City by William Spencer effortlessly weaves together science fiction, action, suspense, drama and romance. It’s the 22nd century, and everyone knew Earth was about to be destroyed — …
08 Nov 2024 6 Literary Fiction Novels About Finding Your Calling Discover six powerful literary fiction novels that delve into the journey of finding one’s true calling. Each story explores characters on quests for purpose, identity, and fulfillment, offering deeply personal and transformative journeys. For readers seeking inspiration and introspection, …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Welcome to the after-Halloween month known as November! If you thought that book clubs would slow down during the holiday months, you would be wrong. There’s a wide range of different book clubs—many …
Olly the Octopus’ Underwater Orchestra by David Armitage “This playful but deeply earnest story shows us the importance of having people in your life that will be there to cheer you on — and, with support like that, just how much you can achieve.” “Olly the Octopus wasn’t always a …
08 Nov 2024 6 New Romances for Fans of Atonement If you were moved by the emotional depth and tragic beauty of Atonement, these six new romance novels are sure to captivate you. Blending love, longing, and the powerful impact of life’s choices, these stories offer richly drawn characters and …
Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. Here are the biggest headlines from the last week. Dorothy Allison, Author of Bastard Out of Carolina, Dies at Age 75 Though her second novel, Cavedweller was quite good and sold well, …
Lionet: A Bumblebee’s Loves by Adrie Hastings “If you are looking for a faith-based book filled with vibrant and whimsical illustrations and lyrical writing, look no further.” Children’s books are meant to encourage young readers to learn about new topics by putting them in terms kids can understand. Sometimes complex …
08 Nov 2024 6 New Thriller Novels for Fans of Sleeping Dogs If you were captivated by the pulse-pounding intensity and intricate twists of Sleeping Dogs, you’re in for a treat. Thrillers that keep you on the edge of your seat are hard to beat, and there’s a whole new …
What I Ate in One Year: (and related thoughts) by Stanley Tucci When I first read Taste: My Life Through Food, I found myself mesmerized by Tucci’s description of his life as he highlighted all of the incredible food that has made up his life. This year, he’s back with …
Covet the Chaos by Caleb Shawn Sully A sprawling novel that anyone interested in war novels and philosophical literary fiction is sure to enjoy. It is a grey November morning when an American foreigner in the Peace Corps makes his way through Ukraine aboard a cramped bus. Here, in an …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Axle (WAR BROTHERS MC Book 1)? It is the first instalment of the series, but the fourth book released. I had so many readers wanting Axle and Elena’s story, so I went back and wrote it. If you had …
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 …
