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

(Quirk Books 9781683694298, $18.99, 320pp, formats: trade paperback, ebook, audio, 08/06/2024) Folk horror novel. After the death of her husband, and involvement in her own terrible accident, a journalist is sent to a small, backwards town to investigate the rumor that a horse has given birth to a human baby boy. Thinking the story is clearly ridiculous, she goes to investigate and finds two horribly mangled bodies — one horse, one human, and realizes there might be a real story here. A first novel.

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This week’s bestseller list has plenty of familiar titles, including Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. Vance (you might find these Book Riot posts relevant). But there are also a few new titles in the mix: Apprentice to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer, the new sequel to TikTok favorite Assistant to the Villain; The Pairing by Casey McQuiston, the newest romance from the author of Red, White & Royal Blue; and The Art of Power: My Story as America’s First Woman Speaker of the House by Nancy Pelosi.

The Bestselling Books of the Week, According to All the Lists

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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:. 🚫 Iowa Book Ban Goes Into Effect. 🎥 We...

All the News Book Riot Covered This Week

I love middle grade mystery books. Stories in this age bracket often have the best of all worlds — high-stakes adventure, well-written and loveable characters, and punchy plots that get your pulse racing as you unravel the clues and solve the mystery alongside the characters. Obviously, YA and adult books have this too — but middle grade books usually have clear resolutions and upbeat endings, while books targeted at older ages can sometimes get ambiguous or bleak. And while downbeat stories have their place, sometimes you need to just be part of a world where you know good will triumph in the end, and that’s where middle grade mystery shines.

9 of the Best New and Recent Middle Grade Mysteries

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

Colleen Hoover had only recently ended her reign over the bestseller and most read lists, and now she’s back. The movie adaptation of It Ends With Us has rocketed it to the top of this week’s most read books on Goodreads, unseating the recent queen of thrillers, Freida McFadden.

The Most Read Books on Goodreads This Week

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Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals a significant trend: Florida is experiencing a substantial outflow of residents. According to the latest figures, over 275,000 individuals left Florida for other states in 2022.

Florida Sees Surge in Departures as Hundreds of Thousands Move Out

This post may contains affiliate links. If you click and buy we may make a commission, at no additional charge to you. Please see our disclosure policy for more details. The literary world is constantly evolving, with new voices emerging to challenge, inspire, and captivate readers. As we step into 2024, a fresh crop of debut novelists is set to make their mark on the literary landscape, each bringing their unique perspective and storytelling prowess to the forefront.

10 Must-Read Debut Novels Coming in 2024

Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. Here are the most popular stories from the past week. Tennessee High School Closes Library to Comply with Book Banning Law. Green Hill High School in Wilson County, Tennessee, has...

The Biggest Bookish News of the Week

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The Baroness’ Choices of New Books Publishing This Week. My choices for this week include Cozy Culinary Mysteries, Sweet Romances, Cozy Animal Holiday Mysteries, Cozy Paranormal Culinary Mysteries, Historical Mysteries, Cozy Paranormal Mystery, Young Adult Romance Fantasy, Romantic Suspense, Cozy Craft and Hobby Mysteries, Sweet Royal Romance, Cozy Holiday Mystery, and Middle Grade Fantasy.

New Books Publishing Week 34 of 2024

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NPR spoke with Appalachian fiction and nonfiction writers about this moment and how they are building a tapestry of what they know as home.

'Hillbilly Elegy' is back in the spotlight. These Appalachians write a different tale

I mostly wish zero feelings of inadequacy about reading upon anyone. So, first things first, I don’t care whether you have or have not read all of the Important Books but if, for whatever reason, you’re trying to quickly catch up on the most popular 21st century novels so far, I’ve curated that list for you.

Catch Up on the Best 21st Century Novels in 10 Books

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Well, it happened. I finally got around to watching MaXXXine, the final film in Ti West’s horror trilogy. It was admittedly not my favorite of the three, but it did get me thinking about horror stories about movies. And there are actually a ton of good ones! So I thought that would be a fun thing to talk about this week. Have you seen MaXXXine? What were your thoughts? What are your favorite horror movies set in Hollywood? I’d love to hear all about it, so be sure to reach out and let me know. In the meantime, let’s chat horror books.

Horror Goes to Hollywood

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I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

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I love summers in Oregon. Despite a strong aversion to super hot temperatures, I relish those sweltering days when it’s finally the right temperature to dash off to the coast, float in a beautiful river, or jump in a gorgeous alpine lake. But after a few weeks of summer fun, I’m that annoying friend gleefully counting down the days left until fall. I am a deeply autumnal soul.

Bookish Crewneck Sweaters for Bookworms Ready for Fall

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Greetings, book lovers! This week we have a wide variety of just-released recommendations here at Woman’s World Book Club — from historical fiction to cozy mysteries and nonfiction, there's something for everyone! For the week of August 13 to August 19, we're starting off with Kristin Vuković's buzzing debut, The Cheesemaker's Daughter, a multilayered story ...

WW Book Club Recommends New Book Releases, a Thriller From Kathy Reichs and More for August 13 to 19

As of July, Our Queerest Shelves is three years old! Writing this newsletter is truly the highlight of my professional life. Being paid to write about queer books is a dream come true. One of my favorite parts is tracking the new queer books coming out and seeing how that number has climbed in recent years. It’s also gotten more diverse in every sense of the word, though there is definitely still room to grow there.

Let’s Do the Time Warp: The Best Queer Books of August 2023

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New YA Books Hitting Shelves This Week, August 19, 2024

One genre is taking the lead when it comes to new releases this week and that’s romance. We definitely have some other genres peppered in, but...

New YA Books Hitting Shelves This Week, August 19, 2024

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