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Interview with J. Traveler Pelton, Author of The Falconcrest Chronicles

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Falconcrest Chronicles? My grandson wrote the first book in this setback when he was completing his home school requirements; no, all home schools do not require the participants write an entire book before they graduate, but when your …
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AudioFile Program Offers 28 Free Audiobooks to Teens This Summer

AudioFile magazine has announced the return of its program that offers free audiobooks for teens. The AudiobookSYNC program — tailored toward making books accessible and free — is the perfect fix as book bans grow, the pandemic continues, and young people have less access to their school and local libraries. …
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Interview with Blake & Raven Penn, Author of The Skystone

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Skystone Chronicles: Dragon Thief? We wanted to write a book that would’ve kept our teenage selves up reading until 3 in the morning. We just love dragons and magic, and wanted to take our own stab at it, …
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Here Are 10 April New Romance Releases to Read Next

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. New month, new romance releases! As you already know, when a new month arrives, we get to meet the latest romance stories like the ones in this list *grabby hands*. And April is …
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New Asian American and Pacific Islander Literature for AAPI Heritage

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. It’s Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in May, and what a wonderful selection of new books by Asian American and Indigenous Pacific writers there is to choose from! There are …
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Books & Looks Podcast: Unearthing a Literary Gem: The Life,

Books & Looks: Real Books for Real Readers was started as a podcast to supplement Blaine Desantis’ website, ViewsOnBooks.com, and expand into audio interviews with authors. With Books & Looks, Blaine’s goal is to focus on real books that real people will read. At least half of the books he reviews are either …
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The Racial Slur that Everyone Is Okay With (and Why

There’s been a big push in America lately to eliminate outdated, offensive words and phrases from everyday usage. Bigots may cry about “wokeness,” but in reality, it is simply an attempt by mainstream America to reevaluate its relationship with groups it has traditionally abused and undermined, and to respect those …
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Call as Response: An All-Consuming Christian Anthropology

The Human Calling by Daofeng He What’s it About? The Human Calling is a vigorously researched and profoundly spiritual narrative history of the world’s religious movements and looks ahead to what lessons from history can be applied as people navigate a technological age. “It is time to change the course …
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Audiofile’s 5 Sci-Fi & Fantasy Audiobooks Featuring Fantastic Women

When I miss my mother, an intuitive woman with a sense of adventure, I like to imagine her living in the future—perhaps traveling through space on a sleek starship while counseling alien beings. So for Women’s History month, I’ve decided to celebrate the galaxy’s women and my timeless mother with …
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Boxing With Norman Mailer and Other Life Lessons

Norman Mailer would have been 100 years old this past January. He was my first boss out of journalism school in 1967, and he was the first genius I ever met. Before I met him in 1966, he was already one of my heroes. His 1959 book Advertisements for Myself, …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for April 5, 2023

Book Deals This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Today’s Featured Deals In Case You Missed Yesterday’s Most Popular Deals Previous Daily Deals Read The Full Article Here
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Interview with Madelyn Scott, Author of Poison and Party Hats

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Poison and Party Hats? These books were inspired by my dog, and I’ve always wanted to write a series with various holidays. Because people have a love/hate relationship with holidays. They are something we look forward to, but they …
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Interview with Stephanie K

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Daring Adventures of Honoria Porter? Honoria Porter is a young woman in the 1850s who wants to travel the world and experience life. She’s in the process of the second, when she is caught kissing a duke in …
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Who Gets To Be the Final Girl in Horror Novels

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Horror cinema has always had the capacity to push against structures of power. In the book Hollywood from Vietnam to Reagan, Robin Wood identifies how horror movies have situations where “normality is threatened …
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How Writers Have Been Honored All Over the World

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Writers past and present helped shaped the world’s cultural landscape. Through their written words, they also shape how we think. They inform us, they entertain us, they take us to different worlds. Some …
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Books & Looks Podcast: Secrets of Scent & Daring Desperadoes,

Books & Looks: Real Books for Real Readers was started as a podcast to supplement Blaine Desantis’ website, ViewsOnBooks.com, and expand into audio interviews with authors. With Books & Looks, Blaine’s goal is to focus on real books that real people will read. At least half of the books he reviews are either …
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A Woman’s Traumatic Past is Not Easily Forgotten in New

Learning to Forgive Everything But Your Name by Lara Rae Butler What’s it About? One woman must craft a new life for herself while avoiding the traumatic past trying to catch up with her. He watched her every move. Hidden cameras at every turn. He monitored her time at the …
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Interview with Shanti Hershenson, Author of The Bane of Angelfall

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Bane of Angelfall Academy? The idea for Angelfall Academy, the setting for my novel, The Bane of Angelfall Academy, came predominantly from a dream. I recall running through the halls of an irregularly decorated school, with endless secret …
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Interview with KE Strand, Author of Drama Kings Don’t Date

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Drama Kings Don’t Date Goth Girls? Because this book is romance, it’s all about the tropes! Though each book in my Oak Grove High series is a standalone, they are all set in the fictional small town of Oak …
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Books to Read for Fans of Sherlock Holmes

31 Mar 2023 Books to Read for Fans of Sherlock Holmes Calling all fans of mystery, thriller, and suspense books! Don’t miss out on these books – they are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. From cozy to noir, these new titles are perfect for fans …
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Nine Novels Showcasing 65+ Stories to Read for Women’s History

This month in BookTrib, we are celebrating women’s fiction titles that showcase Third Act — 65+ stories. These characters have decades of experience and plenty of opinions. They have so much to tell us, and we can’t wait to hear from them! Going Through the Change by Samantha Bryant “The …
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8 Things You May Not Know About Mrs

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. The first time I read Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH, I was in the third grade. My copy called it The Secret of NIMH to tie it in with the movie, …
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Books to Read for Fans of The Magicians

31 Mar 2023 Books to Read for Fans of The Magicians Step into a world of magic, adventure, and mythical creatures with these newly released fantasy books for fans of Lev Grossman’s The Magicians. From epic quests to coming-of-age stories, these books offer something for every fantasy lover. Whether you’re …
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With No Memory of Their Trip, One Couple Fights to

The Sundial Inn by Stephen John Ross The Sundial Inn (FriesenPress) by Stephen John Ross is haunting in the best sense of the word. From the protagonist to the eponymous inn, this novel begins in eerie fashion from the very first sentence, which only continues in this paranormal thriller. We’re …
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Bookish Scarves To Delight Your Heart

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. For those of us in North America, thanks to Mr. Groundhog, we’ve got a bit more of winter left. Depending on where you’re located, this may be more or less true for you. …
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Biography & Memoir Books for Your TBR List

31 Mar 2023 Biography & Memoir Books for Your TBR List Are you looking for some new non-fiction reads to add to your TBR list? Whether you’re looking for a captivating personal story or a deep dive into history, these books are sure to satisfy your literary cravings. Check out …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for March 29, 2023

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6 New Must-Read Young Adult Books

31 Mar 2023 6 New Must-Read Young Adult Books Young adult fiction has captured the hearts and minds of readers with compelling characters, relatable themes, and engaging storytelling. With so many new releases hitting the shelves each month, it can be hard to keep up with the latest and greatest …
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Interview with Ligia de Wit, Author of Touch of Faete

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Touch of Faete (Bradaís Pledge Book 1)? Ryanne and Bricius woke me up at 6 a.m. on a Sunday a few years back. They wouldn’t let me go back to sleep, until I agreed to write them. Then I …
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Intertwined Love Stories Meet Unconventional Decisions in the Face of

My Name’s Not Jenny by Jeannine Lokey What’s it About? The novel reads like a memoir as it documents the untimely and prolonged health crisis of Anna Scott, diagnosed with cancer in her forties. Jeannine Lokey’s debut novel My Name’s Not Jenny: An Unconventional Journey is an unconventional book. Based …
19 Celebrities Who Have Come Out As MAGA In The Last Few Years
19 Celebrities Who Have Come Out As MAGA In The Last Few Years
Drake Hides ICEMAN Album Release Date Inside Ice Block In Toronto | Celebrity Insider
Drake Hides ICEMAN Album Release Date Inside Ice Block In Toronto | Celebrity Insider
Chers Son Elijahs Ups and Downs Through the Years: Conservatorship Drama, Overdose
Chers Son Elijahs Ups and Downs Through the Years: Conservatorship Drama, Overdose
Alex Jones: 5 Things About the Infowars Creator
Alex Jones: 5 Things About the Infowars Creator
Movies to Watch if You're Feeling Overwhelmed or Stressed
Movies to Watch if You're Feeling Overwhelmed or Stressed
Michael review – legacy management 101
Michael review – legacy management 101
Why Strange Avengers: Doomsday Decision Is Upsetting Some MCU Fans
Why Strange Avengers: Doomsday Decision Is Upsetting Some MCU Fans
Why Did Disneys Hexed Change Its Main Character to a Girl?
Why Did Disneys Hexed Change Its Main Character to a Girl?
Nancy Guthrie Kidnappers Blasted Over Their Integrity by Ex-FBI Agent
Nancy Guthrie Kidnappers Blasted Over Their Integrity by Ex-FBI Agent
Marshals Star Mo Brings Plenty Hopes Viewers Learn One Thing About Native Americans – TVLine
Marshals Star Mo Brings Plenty Hopes Viewers Learn One Thing About Native Americans – TVLine
FBI Is About to Lose a Team Member — For How Long?
FBI Is About to Lose a Team Member — For How Long?
Why Scrubs Had To Rethink Its Approach To Medical Students For The Revival – TVLine
Why Scrubs Had To Rethink Its Approach To Medical Students For The Revival – TVLine
Coyote vs. Acme Gets Resurrected From the Dead in First Trailer for Long-Shelved Film
Coyote vs. Acme Gets Resurrected From the Dead in First Trailer for Long-Shelved Film
Baauers Announces First Album in Six Years, Shares New Single
Baauers Announces First Album in Six Years, Shares New Single
How Gloria Trevi Became a Second Mother to Chiquis: Gloria Has a Big Place in My Heart
How Gloria Trevi Became a Second Mother to Chiquis: Gloria Has a Big Place in My Heart
VOTE: Better Style – Collab Songs vs. Band Songs
VOTE: Better Style – Collab Songs vs. Band Songs
New Mystery and Thriller Books to Read | April 21 – NewInBooks
New Mystery and Thriller Books to Read | April 21 – NewInBooks
New Books to Read in Literary Fiction | April 21 – NewInBooks
New Books to Read in Literary Fiction | April 21 – NewInBooks
Leadership and Success Tips: Business Books – NewInBooks
Leadership and Success Tips: Business Books – NewInBooks
Legends & Adventure: Fantasy & Sci-Fi Reads for You – NewInBooks
Legends & Adventure: Fantasy & Sci-Fi Reads for You – NewInBooks
Kendall Jenner's  Dog Accessory Was the Highlight of Her Coachella Outfit
Kendall Jenner's $58 Dog Accessory Was the Highlight of Her Coachella Outfit
We Channeled the '90s in Guess For Coachella Weekend – Starting at
We Channeled the '90s in Guess For Coachella Weekend – Starting at $29
I Spent an Afternoon With an Aritzia Stylist—My Spring Wardrobe Has Never Looked Better
I Spent an Afternoon With an Aritzia Stylist—My Spring Wardrobe Has Never Looked Better
Pretty Dresses, Tops, and Sandals From Nordys End of Season Sale
Pretty Dresses, Tops, and Sandals From Nordys End of Season Sale
Movie Review: The Paranormal | Blu-ray | HNN
Movie Review: The Paranormal | Blu-ray | HNN
A MOTHERS RECALL, a haunting psychological horror film from Black Mandala | HNN
A MOTHERS RECALL, a haunting psychological horror film from Black Mandala | HNN
Short Film Reviews: Online Block #3 Cockroach and more. Panic Fest 2026 | HNN
Short Film Reviews: Online Block #3 Cockroach and more. Panic Fest 2026 | HNN
Film Review: Bear (Panic Fest 2026 Coverage) | HNN
Film Review: Bear (Panic Fest 2026 Coverage) | HNN