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In the small corner of the queer bookish internet I inhabit, I am known for championing little-known and under-the-radar books. This is a reputation I’ve cultivated, and one I’m proud of. There is nothing that makes me happier than getting unknown queer books into the hands of the readers who …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. I have to be honest. I’m a bit new to the audiobook club. By that I mean that I have mostly associated audiobooks with long road trips. While driving across the United States, …
We all want to luxuriate in a vacation. But there is always the looming question: which book should I read while I’m gone? A vacation book recommendation can be all yours if you just take this quiz and design your perfect vacation. With this vacation book recommendation quiz, I’ve attempted …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Verity Easton? I’ve always been fascinated by ancient Egypt. I was particularly struck when I heard the story of Dorothy Eady, a British woman who believed she was the reincarnation of an ancient Egyptian priestess. Another impetus for writing …
I remember where I was when the panic hit me. I was shelving in my elementary library, struggling under the weight of a large stack of graphic novels that I hand-carried over to their section. Graphic novels don’t have a place in my unofficial book truck sorting system, not because …
When it comes to following true crime, you either like it or you really, really don’t. For many people, true crime books, podcasts, and news stories are a huge part of their lives. But if you’re not one of those people, the consumption of true crime might seem a little …
Green Hill School in Chehalis, Washington is, as described on its website, a “medium/maximum security fenced facility that provides older males sentenced to Juvenile Rehabilitation treatment with education and vocational training.” Graduate students in University of Washington’s Information School are holding a book drive to upgrade the books available in the …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Torkal’s wars #1 : A besieged neighbor? The story started from the War of the Gauls by Caesar and a game of Small World (the board game) with my son. How would that story transfer to a fantasy setup? …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Starfall? As children we know that magic is real. We are born with the utter certainty of it: that the world is this great big magical place, full of wonder and possibility. By adulthood that knowing is lost. This …
“Agents of Cosmic Intelligence emerges from a unique viewpoint in which science and religion meld into a singular explanation that makes each person a vital part of the greatest real-life adventure ever.” One would be hard-pressed to find a more enticing series introduction for fans of science fiction. In Pandemonium …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Hopeless Romantic’s Guide to Avoiding Love? I read The Hating Game by Sally Thorne about a dozen times during the pandemic, and it brought me so much joy. I wanted to create something that would bring people happiness! …
Controversial Romance Novelist Missing: Faleena Hopkins, best known for trying to trademark the word “Cocky” in 2018 and author of Cocky Roomie and Cocky Biker, was arrested after fleeing from officers in Grand Teton National Park. However, the self-published author has been reported missing by friends and family since January …
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From the Quechua oral tradition to the Hispanic colonization and the Spanish literature that would result, Peruvian literature has a rich and complicated history. Through exploitation and violence, Peru, originally the seat of the Incan Empire, became the seat of the Spanish empire for the 16th and 17th centuries — …
Burner by Mark Greaney Publish Date: February 21, 2023 Genre: Fiction, Suspense, Thrillers Author: Mark Greaney Page Count: 528 pages Publisher: Berkley ISBN: 9780593548103 The film adaptation of Mark Greaney’s first thriller, The Gray Man, premiered on Netflix earlier this year and quickly became the platform’s most-watched movie of 2022. …
On the Waterfront by Mike McCoy What’s it About? A coming of age tale of two boys struggling for acceptance and friendship at an Oregon summer scout camp. Publish Date: 10/29/2022 Genre: Fiction Author: Mike McCoy Page Count: 196 pages Publisher: Blaster Tech ISBN: 9781736602171 “The struggles in our life …
What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Hierarchy of Blood? I took a look at two of the best-selling books in my genre (young adult sci-fi romance) and wondered what would happen if I mixed them up. So, my book became The Selection meets The Hunger …
23 Feb 2023 Books to Read if You Like Sherlock Holmes Looking for some books to read this weekend? These new releases have plenty of wit, mystery, suspense, and more! Check out these 6 must-read books for fans of Sherlock Holmes. Verity Easton by M. Rebecca Wildsmith Release Date: February …
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Fairycore is the more ethereal cousin of goblincore: this aesthetic is all about magic, and finding the beauty and whimsy in nature. Influenced by fairytales, mythology, and folklore, it includes all the staples …
No Stone Unturned by Nadean Stone She was that close. So close that their knees almost touched. Nadean Stone was sitting right next to the hospital administrator who held in her hands Nadean’s birth records revealing the name of her birth mother. It was right there. Nadean, adopted 46 years …
The Promise of America by William Sanchez Born in Spanish Harlem to Cuban refugee parents, Will Sanchez has represented marginalized communities ever since he graduated from Georgetown Law. Having served the country as a White House appointee and Special Counsel shortly after 9/11, he recently ran for U.S. Senate in …
23 Feb 2023 Books for Fans of Married at First Sight Have you been keeping up with all the latest drama of Married at First Sight and you just can’t get enough? Check out these romance books, perfect for a night in. You won’t want to miss the laughs, tears, …
23 Feb 2023 Books to Read for Fans of Patrick Rothfuss If, like us, you are still eagerly awaiting the final book of the Kingkiller Chronicle series you may be feeling a bit down as it has been well over five years since the latest book in the series was …
Last year, I read 110 books, give or take a few. At least half of those books were books that I had to read, either for a Book Riot post I wanted to write, or for my reviewing job. Some of those books were brilliant, some not so much. But …
23 Feb 2023 New Young Adult Books for Fans of Angie Thomas Angie Thomas’s debut novel, The Hate U Give, quickly became a must-read for anyone interested in social justice and contemporary issues. If you’re looking for more Young Adult books with social commentary, diverse characters, and thought-provoking action, check …
Everyone who isn’t a twin is likely fascinated by twins. Can they really communicate telepathically? If they separate at birth, how similar will they become? Do twins ever trade places and live each other’s lives? Even the concept of “evil twins” has been around for ages — and who doesn’t have …
Even if you’re not a manga reader, it’s likely that the manga you have heard of are shōnen manga. The category is aimed at a young male demographic, often containing coming-of-age themes and adventure, and is home to the vast majority of the biggest manga bestsellers out there. That being …
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08 Feb 2023 February’s Must Read Contemporary Romance Books The beginning of February has brought with it countless new contemporary romance books to choose from. If you’re having trouble deciding which new releases to start with first, check out our picks for February’s must-read romances! Three Men One Love by …
Going Zero by Anthony McCarten What’s it About? Contestants have two hours to hide from a revolutionary new spyware. Only one clever librarian stands a chance of winning. If the wildly entertaining and imaginative Going Zero (Harper) by Anthony McCarten doesn’t frighten you into considering the likelihood of living in …