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Quiz: Forget Your Zodiac Sign

Zodiac signs have been a long-standing means of categorizing people by personality type. Then there was the Myers-Briggs Test. Now the Enneagram is all the rage. But you know how you can really tell what kind of person you are? By figuring it what book genre best fits your personality. …
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Interview with Jenny Hale, Author of Butterfly Sisters

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Butterfly Sisters? This book is about two sisters–one, a creative, and the other, an academic. It’s inspired by the two sides of me. I am a creative but was raised an academic, and what I found was that it …
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10 of the Best Books to Read In Your 20s

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. What are the best books to read in your 20s? If you asked 20 people you would probably get 20 different answers. Which would be 20 times 20…and I’m pretty sure that’s 400. …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for February 18, 2022

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Flatiron Books publisher of Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez Today’s edition of Daily Deals is sponsored by Flatiron Books publisher of Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez Today’s Featured Deals $.99 If …
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Books Back On Shelves in Walla Walla, Washington

Earlier this month, we reported on an appeal sent to the Walla Walla, Washington, school district, following the Library Materials Committee decision to keep four books on shelves. The board met last week to consider the appeal and agreed to keep The Bluest Eye, All Boys Aren’t Blue, Gender Queer, …
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Crime That Strikes a Chord: Musical Mysteries

The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb Here’s a mystery book that isn’t about murder, has a fantastic narrator for the audiobook (JD Jackson), and takes you into the world of a classical musician. I enjoyed this book so much! First, because I loved going into Ray McMillian’s life and world …
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Interview with Sean Develin, Author of Songs of Vengeance and

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Songs of Vengeance and Desire? All my kids play ice hockey. During lockdown I spent hours every day in rink parking lots because I couldn’t go in. I was using the time re-writing my 2013 stage play “Dinner, Sex, …
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Interview with K.T. Davies, Author of The Spider and the

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Spider and the Fly? The Spider and the Fly AKA: Sebastian Schiller and Shey Jing are characters that appeared in my novel Dangerous to Know which is the first book in The Chronicles of Breed. Strange but true, …
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Interview with Bonnie Oldre, Author of Silent Winter Solstice

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Silent Winter Solstice? I have always enjoyed reading mystery stories, including those by Agatha Christie, and mystery programs, such as Murder She Wrote. I see my protagonist, Beth Williams, and her best friend Evie Hanson, as younger versions of …
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Interview with Kirsten Fullmer, Author of Love on the Line

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Love on the Line 2? Both Love on the Line and this new book, Love on the Line 2, are stories of a young women’s struggle to find balance and equality in a career where her small size, her …
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Interview with Traci Andrighetti, Author of Valpolicella Violet

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Valpolicella Violet (Franki Amato Mysteries 7)? The Franki Amato mysteries are set in New Orleans, but my readers had been asking for a mystery set in Italy. So, one morning when I was walking my dogs and trying to …
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That’s Not a Friends Group, Honey

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. This list of cult horror was originally published in our horror newsletter, The Fright Stuff. Sign up for it here to get the latest and greatest from the world of horror! I’m kind of amazed …
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Interview with Tricia Lynne, Author of Model Behavior

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Model Behavior (The Unlovabulls Book 2)? The short answer is my dog, Brennan. The Long answer is that a few years ago, we adopted a four(ish)-year-old Cane Corso from a local rescue. They believed she had been a puppy …
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The Paris Apartment: Recap & Summary

This summary is partially complete. To be finished 2/27/22. Prologue (Friday)Three Hours LaterSaturdayThirty Hours EarlierSundaySeventy-Two Hours EarlierMondayA Week LaterEpilogue Prologue (Friday) Benjamin Daniels, a journalist, is at his Parisian apartment — at Number 12, Rue des Amants, third floor — working on a story he believes will make his name. …
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The Big, Beautiful Life of Ashley Bryan

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. This post illustrating the wonderful life of Ashley Bryan was originally published in our Kid Lit newsletter, The Kids Are All Right . Sign up for it here to get the latest in children’s book releases, …
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Interview with Theophilus Monroe, Author of The Curse of Cain

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Curse of Cain? Cain (yes, that Cain) was a character in a previous series I wrote. He was the character from Biblical lore who, on account of his “mark” never died. Six thousand years later, he was the …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for February 19, 2022

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. The Rake, a brand new dark romance by Wall Street Journal author L.J. Shen This edition of Daily Deals is sponsored by The Rake, a brand new dark romance by Wall Street Journal …
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Interview with Clark Graham, Author of Girl on Honeysuckle Avenue

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Girl on Honeysuckle Avenue? I moved back to my beloved Idaho after retiring. When I drove through town I saw the Honeysuckle Avenue sign. That would make a great title, I thought. Girl on Honeysuckle Avenue. That’s all I …
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Delectable YA Fantasy Duologies

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. This list of YA fantasy duologies was originally published in our YA newsletter, What’s Up In YA. Sign up for it here to get YA news, reviews, deals, and more! I deeply wish fantasy was …
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Shoot, Cheer, and Score: YA Sports Comics

This list of YA sports comics was originally published in our YA newsletter, What’s Up In YA. Sign up for it here to get YA news, reviews, deals, and more! I’ve been on a comics reading roll lately. YA horror comics have been my biggie, but I’ve definitely also been stacking up …
Bad Bunny Makes History With Sold Out Stadium Shows In Australia | Celebrity Insider
Bad Bunny Makes History With Sold Out Stadium Shows In Australia | Celebrity Insider
Taylor Frankie Paul Breaks Silence Over Avoiding Domestic Violence Charges After Dakota Dispute
Taylor Frankie Paul Breaks Silence Over Avoiding Domestic Violence Charges After Dakota Dispute
Katy Perry & Ruby Rose Drama: The Accusations, Response & Other Updates
Katy Perry & Ruby Rose Drama: The Accusations, Response & Other Updates
Late Influencer Ashlee Jenaes Family Addresses Her Suspicious Passing, Death Investigation
Late Influencer Ashlee Jenaes Family Addresses Her Suspicious Passing, Death Investigation
Tom Cruises Digger Wont Make Mission: Impossible 8 & Joker 2s Deadly Mistake
Tom Cruises Digger Wont Make Mission: Impossible 8 & Joker 2s Deadly Mistake
The Hunt For Gollum Reveals Cast, Including New Aragorn
The Hunt For Gollum Reveals Cast, Including New Aragorn
The Blue Trail review – a winding and creative dystopian drama
The Blue Trail review – a winding and creative dystopian drama
General Hospital Spoilers Today: Willow Makes a Dirty Move on Apr. 13
General Hospital Spoilers Today: Willow Makes a Dirty Move on Apr. 13
Nancy Guthrie Case: Ex-FBI Agent Gives Verdict on Savannahs Sister Annie Amid Suspicion
Nancy Guthrie Case: Ex-FBI Agent Gives Verdict on Savannahs Sister Annie Amid Suspicion
Will Trent Kills Off [Spoiler]: Its A Reset For Our Characters That Is Painful But Exciting For Season 5 – TVLine
Will Trent Kills Off [Spoiler]: Its A Reset For Our Characters That Is Painful But Exciting For Season 5 – TVLine
David Duchovny Talks Secrets Declassified Season 2 & X-Files Reboots Potential
David Duchovny Talks Secrets Declassified Season 2 & X-Files Reboots Potential
Two Star Wars Legends Never Met Until An Episode Of The Big Bang Theory – TVLine
Two Star Wars Legends Never Met Until An Episode Of The Big Bang Theory – TVLine
Splice Announces New Generative AI Tools to Customize Human-Made Samples
Splice Announces New Generative AI Tools to Customize Human-Made Samples
Poll: What Songs Should Be Played at Iron Maidens Rock Hall Induction?
Poll: What Songs Should Be Played at Iron Maidens Rock Hall Induction?
Longtime Nemeses Phil Collins and Noel Gallagher Will Be Inducted Together into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Longtime Nemeses Phil Collins and Noel Gallagher Will Be Inducted Together into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Joy Division, Oasis, and Wu-Tang Clan Inducted Into Rock Halls Class of 2026
Joy Division, Oasis, and Wu-Tang Clan Inducted Into Rock Halls Class of 2026
New Mystery and Thriller Books to Read | April 14 – NewInBooks
New Mystery and Thriller Books to Read | April 14 – NewInBooks
Interview with Stu Strumwasser, Author of A Real Collusion – NewInBooks
Interview with Stu Strumwasser, Author of A Real Collusion – NewInBooks
Interview with Emma Lenn, Author of Whispers from Heaven – NewInBooks
Interview with Emma Lenn, Author of Whispers from Heaven – NewInBooks
Interview with Larry Jordan, Author of Pathic Time Stain – NewInBooks
Interview with Larry Jordan, Author of Pathic Time Stain – NewInBooks
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
Ive Been Binge Watching Euphoria—Ive Tracked Down Every Single One of the Shows Best Outfits
Ive Been Binge Watching Euphoria—Ive Tracked Down Every Single One of the Shows Best Outfits
Shudder Announces Killer Halfway To Halloween Lineup Of New Streaming Premieres | HNN
Shudder Announces Killer Halfway To Halloween Lineup Of New Streaming Premieres | HNN
Madrid Skateboards has something Groovy Lined Up For Evil Dead Fans This Fall! | HNN
Madrid Skateboards has something Groovy Lined Up For Evil Dead Fans This Fall! | HNN
SHED, a gripping survival horror film from Black Mandala | HNN
SHED, a gripping survival horror film from Black Mandala | HNN
Sci-Fi Horror Feature Red, White & Bloody Launches Indiegogo Campaign, Blending Political Allegory with Dystopian Terror | HNN
Sci-Fi Horror Feature Red, White & Bloody Launches Indiegogo Campaign, Blending Political Allegory with Dystopian Terror | HNN