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The Best New Books to Read in August 2024

Halfway through the year is a good time to take stock of our reading. The spare elegies of winter have left their mark; the elegant literary novels of spring have come and gone; the big juicy beach reads of summer are just beginning. Let’s pause here and take a look at what good things the year has already brought to us before we look ahead to the riches of the fall. Here are the 10 best books from the first half of 2024.

The best books of the year (so far)

What’s better than a regular-sized historical fiction book? A short historical fiction book that you can finish in the span of a weekend. That’s just math. All of these historical fiction books under 300 pages are short, sweet, and to the point. They’re not going to drag you along for dozens upon dozens of pages on side tangents about the Napoleonic wars (looking at you Victor Hugo). Instead, these books set the historical scene and get straight to the story. Sometimes, that’s exactly what you need.

Short Historical Fiction Books To Read In a Weekend

This week’s list of the most read books on Goodreads has shifted dramatically from last week! Get ready for a whole new batch of titles you’ve never heard of! I’m kidding. It’s identical, except two books have swapped spots. But which two?? You’ll have to read on to find out!

The Most Read Books on Goodreads This Week

Are you looking for a new book to discuss with your book club as the summer comes to a close? Look no further! We’ve got four books this month that are sure to keep your conversations lively and your discussions invigorated. Each month, BookTrib helps book clubs pick their...

Liven Up Your Book Club With 4 Fascinating Reads

Having grown up on a reading list comprised mostly of Terry Pratchett and Douglas Adams, I think humor writers don’t get enough credit. It takes skill to make people laugh with nothing but the words you put to paper. Plus, comedies are a great way to explore meaningful and...

12 of the Funniest Science Fiction and Fantasy Books

Do you think horror novels are just a grown-up’s game? Think again. I’m currently reading a middle grade horror novel that’s coming out in a few weeks (stay tuned! I will post about it soon!) and I’m loving it so much. It just reminds me there’s plenty of good horror out there for readers of all ages. That’s right. Horror isn’t just for us old folks. So with that in mind, I thought this week we could highlight some middle grade horror books. And I’ve got a few new releases for you as well, of course. You know the drill, horror fans.

Horror Isn’t Just For Us Old People

Do you want to learn how to get free books? Getting free books is easier than you might think. Whether you like fiction, nonfiction, or anything else, there are many ways to read without paying. You can use online libraries, sign up for free book programs, join community book swaps, and more. There are lots…

13 Ways To Get Free Books Online and Sent to You

Los Angeles Times

The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.

The week's bestselling books, Aug. 11

Most people love Science Fiction, but not everyone has the time or even head space to digest the regularly huge Sci-Fi novel. That’s fine, and luckily far from the only way to consume mind-expanding Sci-Fi! On top of great video games that’ll let you live and breathe Sci-Fi, you...

Best Sci-Fi short stories of all time

Real Simple

Some of these books were foundational in inspiring other writers to share their stories.

10 Banned Books Everyone Should Read, According to These Published Authors

First, some news of our own: Book Riot is hiring an ad operations associate. Know somebody who’d be a great fit? Please send them our way. Now here’s a look at the headlines coming from inside the house:. 🚫 How to Explain Book Bans to Those Who Want...

All the News Book Riot Covered This Week

Parade

Thriller author T.J. Newman’s latest blockbuster-to-be is “Worst Case Scenario.”

Bestselling Author T.J. Newman Shares Her Favorite Books

In a Reading Slump? Here's How to Get Back Into Books After a Long Hiatus

Helen Phillips’s Hum, Eliza Griswold’s Circle of Hope, and Jane Alison’s Villa E all feature among the best reviewed books of the week. Brought to you by Book Marks, Lit Hub’s home for book reviews. *. 1. Hum by Helen Phillips. (Mary Sue Rucci Books) 4...

What Should You Read Next? Here Are the Best Reviewed Books of the Week

Woman's World

Wouldn’t it be great if we could read and walk at the same time? Technically, with walking book clubs — a new take on chatting about books while squeezing in exercise — you can. The trend is gaining popularity on social media, and multitasking has never been easier.  Keep scrolling to find out more about ...

Walking Book Clubs Boost Your Steps and Book Count: Why More Readers Are Joining Them

I recently attended a book club meeting for The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander. Believe it or not, I had never before attended a book club where we discussed a nonfiction book. Well, I didn’t finish the book (I know), but I did engage in some great conversation and I have a great tip to share with y’all: I like how the person leading the book club started it off with a summary of the book to focus the discussion and bring those who maybe hadn’t quite finished *ahem* up to speed.

New Nonfiction for Your Book Club

Megan Thee Stallion has truly been having a Hot Girl Summer. She’s got a song going viral with a cute TikTok dance, she just performed for Kamala Harris’s rally, and the tour she just finished had a reputation for feeling like a safe space to have fun and shake a lil sumn.

Hot Book Girl Summer: Bookish Goods for Fans of Megan Thee Stallion

My favorite day of the year, I am personally celebrating by listening to the audiobook of Brad Thor’s new Scot Harvath thriller, Shadow of Doubt. I’ve already read it and written my review here, but because he is one of my all-time favorite authors ever, I always enjoy re-experiencing Thor’s books on Audible once they come out.

National Book Lovers Day: Discover These 15 Must-Read Mysteries & Thrillers

I don’t have the exact numbers, but celebrity memoirs seem to be on the rise — I have not one, not two, but three celebrity memoir announcements for this newsletter. Who do you think will be publishing one next?. As a quick heads up, the newsletters for the...

Celebrity Memoirs, Summerween Reads, and More Library News

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8 of The Best Short Books To Read For the Rest of Summer

Summer has been here for a while, and the sun is shining bright in our faces. It has been a great time to go on a...

8 of The Best Short Books To Read For the Rest of Summer

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