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Some couples have plenty of reasons not to be together—and fall for each other anyway. These Romance books explore relationships challenged by circumstances, expectations, distance, secrets, or other barriers. Each story gives its characters a different obstacle to overcome. They’re a good fit when you want Romance where getting together …


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But every single one of these settlements is a significant win right now. Each represents a librarian who did their job by defending the First Amendment rights of every person in their community. Each also represents something we simply have not seen play out well in the courts right now: …
Some stories don’t simply change the setting—they change the rules. These Fantasy and Sci-Fi Books play with possibilities that can challenge familiar ideas about reality, technology, magic, time, or existence. Their different approaches give readers plenty of room to question what is possible within each story. Pick one when you …
I wish I could just stop scrolling when it has ceased to bring me joy, but alas, that’s not how I’m wired. Here are some strategies for giving books a fighting chance to compete for your attention, rated on a scale of 1-5 for self-control. Externalize your scrolling time limits: …


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One of the most well-known celebrity book clubs celebrates 30 years this month: Oprah’s Book Club. Launched in September 1996, Oprah has highlighted 124 books. Oprah’s Book Club began as a monthly segment on her television talk show, with a break from the monthly cadence in the early 00s when …
Victorian Psycho (Theatrical Release, November 13) Virginia Feito’s Victorian Psycho is a tiny 208-page novel that packs a big punch, and the film adaptation is heading to theaters in November. Set in 1858, this story follows a young governess named Winifred Notty, played by scream queen Maika Monroe. When Winifred …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book? I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, where the college application process can get…a little intense. 😊 I’ve watched so many teenagers spend four years building the perfect résumé, taking the hardest classes, piling on activities, …


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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 Carrie Stonemoore, Brynne Asher, Susan Stoker, Maya Wren, Lauren Landish, 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 K. MacCabe, CC Trace, James …
Looking for something different from your usual fiction? These Biographies & Memoirs bring together personal accounts and portraits of lives worth discovering. Their stories explore the experiences, decisions, and moments that help define a person’s journey. Keep these books in mind when you want your next read to be rooted …
Wondering what to pick up after your latest speculative read? These Fantasy and Sci-Fi Books offer varied stories for readers who enjoy stepping beyond the boundaries of ordinary fiction. From imaginative concepts to compelling journeys, each title brings something different to the genre. Keep these selections handy the next time …
For readers who enjoy spotting details and connecting the dots, these Mystery & Thriller books offer plenty to investigate. Their stories put clues, unanswered questions, and unexpected discoveries at the heart of the reading experience. You can follow the evidence while wondering whether you’ve found the right answer. Pick one …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book? The inspiration for the story came to me after I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder last fall that affects my mobility. Thankfully, I have a great support system in place. But I wondered how I would …
“I believe there are monsters born in this world to human parents,” begins the trailer for Zoe Kazan’s adaptation of East of Eden, which looks freaking incredible. The monster of Steinbeck’s epic multigenerational saga is Cathy Ames, played by Florence Pugh in the 7-episode limited series coming to Netflix October …
In my experience, there are two kinds of book people: those who reread, and those who don’t. You might read those last words on that final page and never touch a book again unless compelled to for work, school, etc. Us rereaders have a set of favorites, a list of …
We’re clearly getting closer to spooky season by the day, because the amount of horror infiltrating new historical fiction releases keeps increasing exponentially. Last month, there were no historical horror books. For September, half of the featured books have a horror tilt. At this rate, there will be nothing but …


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A Game of Cat and Killer by Jirō Akagawa, Haydn Trowell (Translator) For fans of Japanese murder mysteries, humor, and cat and human detective duos! Detective Yoshitaro Katayama is not self-assured and has many phobias, which makes him less than thrilled to take on a case at Hagoromo Women’s University. …
Well, friends, we have turned another page of the calendar, and you know what that means: it’s time to revel in a new set of freshly released graphic novels! Here, you’ll find plenty of books for younger readers who need a break from schoolwork, stories featuring characters you already know …
Inklore, publisher of Delusion by Hongjacga “Do not finish the portrait . . .” Nothing is ever quite as it seems in this sinister, slow-build gothic horror comic set in 1930s Seoul, soon to be a drama airing on Disney+. Struggling painter Son Iho is commissioned to paint a portrait …
Selecting which books to highlight this week was tough because so many new YA books are hitting shelves. We’re starting the fall deluge, and that’s great news for readers. There’s literally something for everyone this week, and this will continue until at least the end of October. Among this week’s …
Sourcebooks Casablanca In the city of Valestadt, every sin leaves its mark in the form of Bloodrot, a disease that slowly eats away at its host. And Talin Keller is a sinner. She gets her hands dirty so the holy Prophet’s can stay clean. When an assignment puts her on …
R. F. Kuang is the bestselling author of Yellowface, The Poppy War, and Babel, to name a few, and today is the publication day for her newest novel: Taipei Story, out from William Morrow. Check out an excerpt below. Was I an Ugly Human Being? I had just read Jamaica …
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 Kat Singleton, Melissa Huxley, Boo Walker, Emily Giffin, Cyn, and more. Enjoy your new romance books and happy reading! View Original Article …
Literary fiction readers are in for a treat. This week’s latest releases list is full of intriguing reads you won’t want to miss! The new releases list includes so many bestselling authors like Liane Moriarty, Lindsay Jayne Ashford, Catherine Mann, Kristin Harmel, Siobhan Curham, and more. Enjoy your new literary …
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 Angela Henry, Jason Fischer, Sal …
August has a way of making ordinary days feel a little more memorable. It’s a month for lingering a little longer, saying yes to unexpected plans, and finding small pockets of joy wherever they appear. And what better way to fill those moments than with a story that pulls you …
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