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Interview with John Hindmarsh, Author of Violent Graduation

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Violent Graduation – Jack Foster Space Opera Series? The idea has been rattling around in the creative section of my brain for some time. I decided to convert the concept into words. What’s your favorite genre to read? Is …
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Happy New Year (and Best Books I Read in 2021)!

So, first off, happy new year, and I hope everyone out there had a festive and safe holiday season! Last year, I wanted to do a Year-in-Review post, but I was busy apartment hunting and getting stuff ready to move so I ran out of time. This year, I was …
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Books for fans of Netflix’s Explained series

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. I wasn’t a huge fan of school as a kid. Being forced to study Punnett Squares and imaginary numbers really isn’t my idea of a good time. Fortunately, I had strict parents who …
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Letters & Longing: Retellings of Cyrano de Bergerac

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. In 1897, Edmond Rostand published a play called Cyrano de Bergerac, a meticulously researched work about the life of Hercule Savinien de Cyrano de Bergerac (1619–1655) presented in 12-syllable rhyming couplets. Cyrano the person’s …
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Anthologies as Vehicles of Cultural Representation

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Much can be understood about the pulse of a place or of a time based on its literary production. I imagine a giant figure holding out the arm of our times to assess …
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Interview with Nassim Odin, Author of The Sphere of Destiny

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Sphere of Destiny? I wanted to write a story about ancient Egypt, alchemy, and a hero who has less knowledge than we have today! This book has food for thought – only the earth contains the cure for …
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Why We Feel the Need to Share What We Read

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. A month or so ago, I recommended a book to my friend and coworker. We were discussing some of our favorite books, so I had to mention The Little Prince. Considering that we …
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The Only True Name: Who is Elena Ferrante?

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Who is Elena Ferrante? It’s an interesting question posed to me often when I’m recommending her work. It’s meant as a straightforward question, and in some ways I could give them a straightforward …
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20 of the Best Picture Books You’ve Never Heard Of

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. As a former children’s librarian, I’ve read a lot of picture books. Some, I return to again and again, whether for story time or for my own enjoyment (listen, while Penguin Problems doesn’t …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for December 29, 2021

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. The NOVL Today’s edition of Daily Deals is sponsored by The NOVL. Today’s Featured Deals $5.99 Throne of Glass 8 Book Series by Sarah J. Maas Get This Deal $3.99 Somebody’s Daughter by …
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Interview with N. Daniel, Author of Burn This City to

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Burn This City to the Ground? Burn This City to the Ground is a memoir about my time living, volunteering, and caring for a quadriplegic individual in downtown Minneapolis. It is the sequel to my first book, “Corners Untouched …
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Interview with Willow Winters, Author of Sexy as Sin

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Sexy as Sin? There were two scenes that begged me to write them. They’re “make-up spicy edition” scenes… but more than that they’re heavily emotional without any words being spoken. There’s a depth to this story about a man …
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Interview with Dale Mayer, Author of Simon Says… Hide

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Simon Says… Hide? I was looking for something darker to balance out the lighter cozies and romances that I write. Simon Says was the result. It was actually dreamt up during a conference over 3 years ago! What’s your …
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Interview with Colleen McMillan, Author of The Falls

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Falls? I’ve been working on this story for over a decade, starting with short stories set in Sterling Falls. I’ve always wanted to delve into the small Midwest town dynamic, since my mom grew up in a very …
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Interview with Carmen Rosales, Author of The Elysium Trilogy

22 Dec 2021 What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Elysium Trilogy? Japanese Culture If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Elysium Trilogy, what would they be? There is actually a playlist here. What’s your favorite genre to read? …
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New Biography and Memoir Books to Read

21 Dec 2021 Looking for some new biography and memoir books for your library? There are so many new releases this week that you’re bound to find a new favorite. You can pick up new books from N. Daniel, Kayleigh McEnany, Cassandra Peterson, and many more. Enjoy your new biography and memoir books. …
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Why Police Shouldn’t Be in Libraries (And How to Help

TW: Racism and police violence Libraries are an essential public institution. Beyond borrowing books for free, think of all the other things you can likely use your local library for: computer and internet access, space to work, assistance with research, a cheap place to print (because who owns a printer …
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Under the Whispering Door: Recap & Chapter-by-Chapter Summary

The Quick Recap and Chapter-by-Chapter Summary for Under the Whispering Door by T.J. Klune are below. Spoiler warning: these summaries contains spoilers. For a non-spoiler version of the plot synopsis, see The Bibliofile’s review of Under the Whispering Door by T.J. Klune. Quick(-ish) Recap The two-paragraph version: Wallace is an …
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A History of Zines

If you’ve ever been into an indie bookstore or cruised around at a comic convention, you’ve likely seen or flipped through a zine. Zines (pronounced ZEEN) have been around since the early 20th century, and have been an enormous part of underground and non-commercial publication. Zines are characteristically cheap to …
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Layla review – Bilal Hasna shines
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Here’s What Cara Delevingne Said About Living With Taylor Swift
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The Differences Between the Movie and the Broadway Show
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Witches review – leaves you wowed, wounded and educated
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Parker, Rick & Tony Hit Big Trouble – Can They Recover? (RECAP)
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Silo Season 2 Episode 2 Review: Order
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How ‘The Sex Lives of College Girls’ Sets Up Leighton’s Exit in Season 3
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9-1-1 Sneak Peek: Brad’s Ready To Saddle Up!
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Kendrick Lamar Releases Surprise New Album, ‘GNX’
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23 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week
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How to Get Sold-Out Tickets
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Coachella 2025 Headliners: Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, and Travis Scott
Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for November 22, 2024
Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for November 22, 2024
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5 Wickedly Good Books to Read Alongside Your “Wicked” Viewing
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Interview with Kirsten Pursell, Author of The Scarlet D
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10 Gripping True Crime Memoirs
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Kaia Gerber Resurrects the Olsens’ Favorite It Bag
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25 Elevated Basics From the Gap Pre–Black Friday Sale
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Taylor Swift Wore an Easy Outfit Trend With Gucci Heels
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Best Button-Down Shirts For Women
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Martin Scorsese Loves This Modern Horror Masterpiece Now Streaming on HBO’s Max
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Original ‘Black Christmas’ Will Get Another Theatrical Run After 50 Years
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The Beast of Walton Street Blu-ray Now Available from Scream Team Releasing
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