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Can You Relate? 12 Great Mysteries and Thrillers About Mother-Child

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Many years ago as a teen, I heard a quote that really resonated with me: “The reason grandparents and grandchildren get along so well is that they have a common enemy.” Sam Levenson, …
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8 Celtic Mythology Books for Readers of All Ages

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Celtic mythology has been a source of inspiration for writers, artists, and historians for centuries. The tales of King Arthur and his knights are perhaps the most famous from the broad collection of …
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Interview with Heather Grace Stewart, Author of Lucky

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Lucky? The meet-cute between heroine Dylan and hero Mason was inspired by real events in my life. I was driving on the highway just outside of Ottawa, going home to Montreal, when a piglet “flew,” or so it seemed, …
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First Appearance Flashback: Black Adam

Superheroes have been around a long time, and most of the characters and genre conventions are pretty well established. But did every character always look and act the way we expect them to today? In this series, I’ll be looking at the first appearances of iconic superheroes to see what’s …
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What’s a Book Sanctuary?: Book Censorship News, October 14, 2022

If “book sanctuary” is a new phrase to you, it’s likely because it is a new phrase more broadly. Book sanctuaries are institutions committed to upholding the First Amendment Rights of all citizens, wherein book bans and challenges must follow through a specific procedure to be considered. They are places …
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Interview with Carrie Rubin, Author of Fatal Rounds

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Fatal Rounds? With this book, the character came to me before the story. I wondered what it would be like to create a protagonist with schizoid personality disorder (a condition in which people avoid social interactions and have little …
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Interview with Donald Thompson, Author of Underestimated

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Underestimated: A CEO’s Unlikely Path to Success? My path to becoming a CEO was not direct or simple. It took hard work, determination, and grit that was refined by three generations of the Thompson family. My inspiration for Underestimated: …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for October 14, 2022

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Interview with Jenny Hale, Author of The Christmas Letters

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Christmas Letters? I got to thinking, “What would happen if Prince Charming wasn’t all he was cracked up to be?” That began the opening scene where the perfect guy isn’t so perfect. If you had to pick theme …
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New Mystery and Thriller Books for Fans of Gillian Flynn

13 Oct 2022 New Mystery and Thriller Books for Fans of Gillian Flynn Are you a fan of Gillian Flynn? We’ve got the perfect new mystery and thriller releases for you! From nail-biting thrillers to classic who-dun-its, we’ve got it all. Check out these new mystery and thriller books to …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for October 15, 2022

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7 New Romance Reads to Steal Your Heart

13 Oct 2022 7 New Romance Reads to Steal Your Heart Whether you’re looking for a steamy romance to heat up date night or a sweet, heartwarming romance, we’ve got you covered! Check out our curated list of the best new romance releases. Lucky by Heather Grace Stewart Release Date: …
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New Literary Fiction Books to Feed Your Soul

13 Oct 2022 New Literary Fiction Books to Feed Your Soul Looking for good books that examine life’s obstacles, the complexities of love, or overcoming tragedy? Look no further than our curated list of new literary fiction books! Kissproof World by William West Release Date: August 30, 2022 Kissproof World …
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for October 16, 2022

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Fantasy and Sci-Fi Books to Read if You Like Shadow

13 Oct 2022 Fantasy and Science Fiction Books to Read if You Like Shadow and Bone Have you been looking for some new books to read while you await the next Shadow and Bone season? Look no further than these amazing releases from bestselling authors Martha Carr, Michael Anderle, C.N. …
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An Argument For Watching The Movie First

I know. There is a big chance you have read the title, rolled your eyes, and clicked on this post to see what this nonsense about watching the movie first is about. I get it, and if presented with this concept myself a few years ago, I would probably have shouted …
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If It Has Spoilers, Why Make It A Foreword?

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Carmen Maria Machado’s book, In The Dream House opens with the following quote:  I never read prologues. I find them tedious. If what the author has to say is so important, why relegate …
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New Biography/Memoir Books to Inspire, Educate, and Motivate

13 Oct 2022 New Biography/Memoir Books to Inspire, Educate, and Motivate Reading biographies or memoirs of others can help educate us on topics we aren’t familiar with or can help us feel not so alone in life’s struggles. Check out these new biography/memoir releases by bestselling authors below to get …
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YA Comics and Graphic Novels Releasing October-December 2022

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. We’ve made it to the home stretch of 2022, and while there’s still a ton of 2022 year fun to be had (hello, spooky season and the holidays!), we are winding down to …
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The $0.99 Fall eBook Sale

13 Oct 2022 Over 50 Books. $0.99 each. Celebrate National Book Month with these amazing deals and by supporting female authors this Fall! The Fall eBook Sale is Brought To You by She Writes Press and SparkPress. This sale ends on Tuesday, October 25th, 2022. Fiction Nonfiction Young Adult Related …
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Interview with Jenni Ogden, Author of Call My Name

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Call My Name? I had multiple inspirations for this novel. I had a “What if?” question first, and that happens about the middle of the book. But a ‘what if’ has to happen in a context, and for that …
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A Guide to the New U

The Library of Congress has named 23 U.S. Poet Laureates since the position was renamed in 1985, and they have named their 24th: Ada Limón, author of six poetry collections, five of which have either won or been nominated for a multitude of awards. Limón is only one of eight …
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