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Remembering Reading to My Brother

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Emily has a PhD in English from the University of Southern Mississippi, MS, and she has an MFA in Creative Writing from GCSU in Milledgeville, GA, home of Flannery O’Connor. She spends her …
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Interview with Richard R

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Third Wheel? I didn’t pick Third Wheel as much as it chose me. After the success of my debut short story collection, 50 States, I had this idea to follow it up with another collection of short stories linked …
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Interview with Geoffrey M

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Fifth Student (Brad Parker and Karen Richmond Medical Thrillers Book 6)? The Fifth Student, like my other novels, is based on my prior professional life as an academic scientist, which included cancer research and teaching at Harvard Medical …
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5 Books to Read for Fans of JD Salinger

25 Aug 2023 5 Books to Read for Fans of JD Salinger Step into a world where poignant introspection and vivid storytelling intertwine—a realm that echoes the brilliance of JD Salinger’s timeless narratives. From coming-of-age tales that delve into the complexities of human experience to narratives that explore the nuances …
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Karin Slaughter’s Latest Thriller Shines Spotlight on Violence Against Women

Karin Slaughter fans always know what they’re in for— gritty, propulsive, unflinching, and perhaps most notably, unabashedly topical thrillers, no matter how controversial or harrowing.  With her latest — the 11th in her bestselling Will Trent series and her 23rd overall — Slaughter continues her trend of not pulling any …
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6 Romance Books to Read for a Happily Ever After

25 Aug 2023 6 Romance Books to Read for a Happily Ever After If you’re a hopeless romantic in search of your next book crush, you’ve just stumbled upon a treasure trove of enchanting tales. From chance encounters that ignite passionate flames to sweeping gestures that defy the odds, we’ve …
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Booktrib’s Bites: From Dark Romance to Political Commentary

Captivated by Jessica Rooker Quinton Starks is a vain, self-absorbed, philandering playboy and company president whose life is work, partying, and one-night stands. He treats women as sexual objects rather than equals until he finds himself enthralled with a sweet and humble innkeeper, Amelia Johansson. Only there’s one small problem—she’s …
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Lifelong Enemies Turn Lovers While Party Planning in Feel-Good Rom-Com

Someone Just Like You by Meredith Schorr What’s it About? Two childhood rivals are forced to work together to plan their parents’ anniversary party. She thinks he’s a too-charming slacker, and he thinks she’s allergic to fun —there’s no better time to resume their war, and fall in love along …
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Retellings We’d Like to See

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Courtney has been reading and collecting books almost as long as she’s been alive. She holds a B.A. in Theatre and Creative Writing. Courtney has been writing with Book Riot since 2019, and …
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Booktrib’s Bites: Four Captivating Reads

Your Future Is Your Business by Will Skeeters A wonderful, informative book to inspire you to take the first step in your journey to becoming everything you can be. With real-life examples of entrepreneurs and athletes who have faced enormous obstacles, you will find the encouragement you need to just …
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Retired CIA Agent Has Cold War Secrets to Reveal in

The Spy Who Knew Too Much by Howard Blum What’s it About? A retired spy gets back into the game to solve a perplexing case—and reconcile with his daughter, a CIA officer who married into the very family that derailed his own CIA career — in this true-life tale. Readers …
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Seeking the Deadly Road to Justice in Historical Novel Set

The Other Side of the Hayfields by R.T. Douglass What’s it About? A gripping historical novel that explores the moral dilemmas of a young man facing poverty, war, and social injustice while a nation tears apart. In his gripping new historical novel, The Other Side of the Hayfields, R.T. Douglass …
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Districts Are Turning to AI to Ban Books: Book Censorship

Kelly is a former librarian and a long-time blogger at STACKED. She’s the editor/author of (DON’T) CALL ME CRAZY: 33 VOICES START THE CONVERSATION ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH and the editor/author of HERE WE ARE: FEMINISM FOR THE REAL WORLD. Her next book, BODY TALK, will publish in Fall 2020. Follow …
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6 Books to Read for Fans of P

18 Aug 2023 6 Books to Read for Fans of P.C. and Kristin Cast Get ready to dive into a world of fantasy that’s as enchanting as P.C. and Kristin Cast’s magical books! From epic battles to mystical powers, these books are a one-way ticket to fantasy fun. So, grab …
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Watch the Teaser Trailer for the Percy Jackson Disney+ Series

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. The Percy Jackson and the Olympians middle grade fantasy series by Rick Riordan is getting a long-awaited TV adaptation with Disney+, and the first teaser trailer has just dropped! It stars Walker Scobell …
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5 Books Every History Buff Should Dive Into

18 Aug 2023 5 Books Every History Buff Should Dive Into Calling all history buffs and curious minds! We’ve curated a captivating collection of must-read books – both fiction and nonfiction – that will transport you through time, unravel the mysteries of bygone eras, and offer fresh perspectives on the …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for August 19, 2023

Book Deals This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Today’s Featured Book Deals In Case You Missed Yesterday’s Most Popular Book Deals Previous Daily Deals Read The Full Article Here
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Help for Hawaii, Bridgerton Goes Gothic and Fight Club’s Founder

Book News HELP FOR LAHAINA: The raging wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui have burned a path of devastation, which includes the Lahaina Public Library. The library is among irreplaceable lost artifacts and treasured locations in the town of Lahaina, the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii. Click this …
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Colleen Hoover’s Latest Tackles Obsession & Dangerous Love

Too Late by Colleen Hoover What’s it About? This seamless blend of romance and horror highlights the grueling reality of what some people have to do in order to survive and support their families. “That’s where love finds you … in the tragedies.” Too Late (Grand Central Publishing) is a …
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Writers, Ink Podcast: Josh Malerman Explains Why Every Story Needs

BookTrib is proud to present to our readers the Writers, Ink podcast, a show about the business of writing. J.K. Rowling was nearly homeless when she wrote the first Harry Potter book. Stephen King penned Carrie on a small desk wedged between a washer and dryer. James Patterson worked in advertising and …
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Reading Pathways: Barbara Kingsolver

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Steph Auteri is a journalist who has written for the Atlantic, the Washington Post, Pacific Standard, VICE, and elsewhere. Her more creative work has appeared in Creative Nonfiction, under the gum tree, Poets …
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10 Mesmerizing and Modern Formal Poetry Books

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. The son of a librarian, Chris M. Arnone’s love of books was as inevitable as gravity. He holds an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Missouri – Kansas City. His novel, …
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Science Fiction Is Inherently Rebellious — So Why Don’t Some

Alice Nuttall (she/her) is a writer, pet-wrangler and D&D nerd. Her reading has got so out of control that she had to take a job at her local library to avoid bankrupting herself on books – unfortunately, this has just resulted in her TBR pile growing until it resembles Everest. …
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8 Graphic Novels like Nimona with Murder Teens and Queer

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Rachel is a writer from Arkansas, most at home surrounded by forests and animals much like a Disney Princess. She spends most of her time writing stories and playing around in imaginary worlds. …
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The Very Real Story Behind an Animal’s Life Lesson

Boundaries by Millie by Jo Smoak The purpose of children’s books is to teach kids lessons through entertaining stories at an early age. That way, when they become young adults, they might be able to better navigate some of life’s curveballs. One such lesson is establishing boundaries and the importance …
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12 Hot Picks By Popular Book Clubs For August 2023

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. If you’re using books in part to escape from the world for little blips of time as a breather to recharge your batteries, August book clubs once again offer a huge array of …
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Brave Books’ Storytime to Become Annual Event, But Was It

Kelly is a former librarian and a long-time blogger at STACKED. She’s the editor/author of (DON’T) CALL ME CRAZY: 33 VOICES START THE CONVERSATION ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH and the editor/author of HERE WE ARE: FEMINISM FOR THE REAL WORLD. Her next book, BODY TALK, will publish in Fall 2020. Follow …
Kayleigh McEnany Shares Video Of Protesters Blocking Mother From Work
Kayleigh McEnany Shares Video Of Protesters Blocking Mother From Work
James Franco Celebrates Dave Franco’s 40th Birthday in Public Appearance
James Franco Celebrates Dave Franco’s 40th Birthday in Public Appearance
Julia Stiles Shared What Julia Roberts Once Said To Her When She Was Struggling With Body Image, And It's Wisdom I Needed
Julia Stiles Shared What Julia Roberts Once Said To Her When She Was Struggling With Body Image, And It's Wisdom I Needed
Michael Shellenberger Exposes How Biden Administration Labeled Anti-Mandate Americans As Terrorists
Michael Shellenberger Exposes How Biden Administration Labeled Anti-Mandate Americans As Terrorists
‘Spaceballs 2’ Is Happening, With Mel Brooks as Yogurt
‘Spaceballs 2’ Is Happening, With Mel Brooks as Yogurt
Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2 Episode 3 Release Date, Time, Where to Watch
Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2 Episode 3 Release Date, Time, Where to Watch
Highest Grossing Movies Released Memorial Day Weekend
Highest Grossing Movies Released Memorial Day Weekend
Woman and Child – first-look review
Woman and Child – first-look review
Tom Harris (President of the Times Square Alliance) Guests On “Secrets of the Stage” With Host Quinn Lemley 
Tom Harris (President of the Times Square Alliance) Guests On “Secrets of the Stage” With Host Quinn Lemley 
Taylor Blackwell Guests On “If These Walls Could Talk” With Hosts Wendy Stuart and Tym Moss Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 
Taylor Blackwell Guests On “If These Walls Could Talk” With Hosts Wendy Stuart and Tym Moss Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 
Brett Goldstein ‘All of You’ Movie Cast, Release Date on Apple TV+
Brett Goldstein ‘All of You’ Movie Cast, Release Date on Apple TV+
What to Watch and Stream the Week of May 25, 2025
What to Watch and Stream the Week of May 25, 2025
Mechatok Announces Debut Album, Taps Ecco2k and Bladee for New Video: Watch
Mechatok Announces Debut Album, Taps Ecco2k and Bladee for New Video: Watch
Jody Blaine Watson’s “Living It Up Down in Mexico” Brings Country Vibes to the Coastline
Jody Blaine Watson’s “Living It Up Down in Mexico” Brings Country Vibes to the Coastline
Justin Bieber Makes Onstage Return With SZA In Los Angeles
Justin Bieber Makes Onstage Return With SZA In Los Angeles
8 Most Cringeworthy Rock + Metal Songs About Sports
8 Most Cringeworthy Rock + Metal Songs About Sports
“The Ghostwriter” Masterfully Blends Family Drama and Murder Mystery
“The Ghostwriter” Masterfully Blends Family Drama and Murder Mystery
Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for May 24, 2025
Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for May 24, 2025
Loved Netflix’s “Ransom Canyon”? Here’s 8 Western Novels to Keep You in the Saddle
Loved Netflix’s “Ransom Canyon”? Here’s 8 Western Novels to Keep You in the Saddle
The Buzziest Books of May | 2025
The Buzziest Books of May | 2025
How To Lay Your Edges, According To A Celeb Hair Stylist
How To Lay Your Edges, According To A Celeb Hair Stylist
What to Wear to Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball Tour
What to Wear to Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball Tour
Nikki Glaser Told Us 3 No-Fail Tricks for an Instant Glow-Up
Nikki Glaser Told Us 3 No-Fail Tricks for an Instant Glow-Up
21 Best Memorial Day Clothing Sales 2025
21 Best Memorial Day Clothing Sales 2025
THE LEGACY LIVES ON: ANDREW PIERSON CAST AS WILLIAM SPANNER IN WITCHCRAFT 17
THE LEGACY LIVES ON: ANDREW PIERSON CAST AS WILLIAM SPANNER IN WITCHCRAFT 17
Filming Begins for Dragon Studio’s Return of the Living Dead: Trash’s Revenge
Filming Begins for Dragon Studio’s Return of the Living Dead: Trash’s Revenge
UNTIL DAWN (2025) – Peliculas de Terror ⋆
UNTIL DAWN (2025) – Peliculas de Terror ⋆
FOUND TV Announces FOUND Original with Alternate Ending Only on DVD/Blu-ray
FOUND TV Announces FOUND Original with Alternate Ending Only on DVD/Blu-ray