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15 Wildly Interesting Historical Fiction Chapter Books

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. History can get a bad rap sometimes. I know when I was growing up, I hated it. It was my least favorite class (sorry teachers!), mainly because the way it was presented was …
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The Price of Snails: Patricia Highsmith and Her Unusual Pets

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Patricia Highsmith was a complicated woman. She is, of course, best known for being a writer. Her suspense novels, including Strangers on a Train and The Talented Mr. Ripley, have been adapted into …
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8 Memoirs by LGBTQ Elders You Need To Read

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. During Pride month, we look back on the people who made the current event possible. A common refrain in recent years is that the first Pride event in the United States was a …
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New Romance Books to Read

14 Jun 2022 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 Alexi Venice, Susan Sands, Charmaine Ross, and more. Enjoy your new romance books and happy reading! Related grant scrolls_pure; if (shouldBeFixed …
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New Mystery and Thriller Books to Read

14 Jun 2022 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 Fiona Barton, Simon …
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10 2SLGBTQ+ Disabled Authors to Read This Pride Month

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. For queer disabled folks, Pride can be, well, complicated. Many Pride Month festivities aren’t organized with disabled people in mind. Drag shows don’t include ASL interpreters. Parades aren’t planned with mobility aids in …
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Interview with Susan Sands, Author of The Island of Summer

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Island of Summer Sunsets? I have vacationed on Fripp Island for years and we love it! It’s a tiny, protected wildlife and shore bird sanctuary, so while it’s got homes and amenities, it’s still very natural in many …
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A Compelling Villain Is All About the Backstory

For as long as there have been heroes, there have been villains. It’s an inescapable fact. Of course, it also just makes sense to have a foil to the protagonist. Honestly, who wants to read about the good guy living his normal day to day? Almost no one. That’s boring. …
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Interview with Charmaine Ross, Author of Magic Claimed

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Magic Claimed: Cursed Shifters Book 1? I love writing reverse harem as well as building dystopian worlds that explore the different realms of magic, different shifters, and Fae (All super sexy of course). If you had to pick theme …
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The Most Popular Middle Grade Comics as Chosen by Students

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. As a high school librarian, it’s a great time to be a fan of comics. There are so many amazing ones out there it’s nearly impossible to keep up. I love putting new …
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Interview with J.J. Gonzalez, Author of The Starstrike

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Starstrike? I was recovering from some health issues at the time I started writing The Starstrike. Issues I wasn’t expected to face at my age. The idea of a strong heroine who rapidly ages began to manifest and …
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Interview with Sarah Forester Davis, Author of Her Name is

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Her Name is Hazel? The characters of Killian and Hazel came to me while driving my kids to school one day. Their story takes place in my hometown, and each day a little bit more of their story would …
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Interview with Sidney Son, Author of Through the Abyss

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Through the Abyss? I wanted to present thoughts and ideas in an entertaining way that get readers thinking about the world. If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Through the Abyss, what would they …
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Interview with Alexi Venice, Author of Hawaiian Paradise Surprise

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Hawaiian Paradise Surprise? While watching the athletic, handsome surfers in Molokai, Hawaii one afternoon, I experienced a burst of creativity to write a romance featuring Nash Denning, a legendary surfer, and Jill Cabott, a bestselling author. Jill is reluctant …
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Interview with Jaydeep Shah, Author of Boondocks

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Boondocks (Survive the Doom #1)? This is a great question. I grew up watching Hindu mythologies and folklores, and Indian horror shows. I always wanted to write something about Indian myths, but I knew I’m not good at it. …
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Interview with Graham Fluster, Author of I Guess We’re Heroes

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write I Guess We’re Heroes? My interest in writing began with tabletop roleplaying games, with my favorites being Dungeons & Dragons, D20 Future, and GURPS. I loved creating vast and detailed worlds for the player characters to interact with, and …
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Interview with Metin Murat, Author of The Crescent Moon Fox

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Crescent Moon Fox? The struggles of the Turkish Cypriot community in Cyprus during Colonialism and Independence; the stories of the illiterate rural women; the search for identity. If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for June 14, 2022

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. VIZ Media Today’s edition of Daily Deals is sponsored by VIZ Media. Today’s Featured Deals $2.99 The Girl With All the Gifts by M. R. Carey Get This Deal $1.99 Coraline by Neil …
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Interview with Tyler Richardson, Author of Juggling Bullies

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Juggling Bullies? I am a public middle school teacher, and I wrote my bullying story because I was always telling it to students to help them if they were struggling. It always seemed to give them hope, so I …
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The History of the Cherokee Phoenix, the First Native Language

It’s February of 1828. The Cherokee Nation, which spreads across several southern states, is being pressured by the United States government to either move west of the Mississippi River or to end their tribal government and cede their treaty rights to the United States. In the Nation’s capital of New …
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Kayleigh McEnany Shares Video Of Protesters Blocking Mother From Work
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James Franco Celebrates Dave Franco’s 40th Birthday in Public Appearance
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Julia Stiles Shared What Julia Roberts Once Said To Her When She Was Struggling With Body Image, And It's Wisdom I Needed
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Michael Shellenberger Exposes How Biden Administration Labeled Anti-Mandate Americans As Terrorists
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‘Spaceballs 2’ Is Happening, With Mel Brooks as Yogurt
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Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2 Episode 3 Release Date, Time, Where to Watch
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Highest Grossing Movies Released Memorial Day Weekend
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Woman and Child – first-look review
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Brett Goldstein ‘All of You’ Movie Cast, Release Date on Apple TV+
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What to Watch and Stream the Week of May 25, 2025
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Stars Tease Intense Mystery and New Department Dynamics (Exclusive)
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Mechatok Announces Debut Album, Taps Ecco2k and Bladee for New Video: Watch
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Jody Blaine Watson’s “Living It Up Down in Mexico” Brings Country Vibes to the Coastline
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Justin Bieber Makes Onstage Return With SZA In Los Angeles
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8 Most Cringeworthy Rock + Metal Songs About Sports
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“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
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The Buzziest Books of May | 2025
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How To Lay Your Edges, According To A Celeb Hair Stylist
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What to Wear to Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball Tour
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Nikki Glaser Told Us 3 No-Fail Tricks for an Instant Glow-Up
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21 Best Memorial Day Clothing Sales 2025
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Filming Begins for Dragon Studio’s Return of the Living Dead: Trash’s Revenge
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FOUND TV Announces FOUND Original with Alternate Ending Only on DVD/Blu-ray