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

If you’re looking to get your FYP in bookish order, here are our favorite TikTok videos from the last week. Also make sure to catch up on the best 21st-century novels in 10 books, and read up on the best US cities for book lovers. As for me, I’ve...

The Best New Book Releases Out August 21, 2024

Jo Hamya’s The Hypocrite, Yoko Ogawa’s Mina’s Matchbox, and Richard J. Evans’ Hitler’s People all feature among the best reviewed books of the week. Brought to you by Book Marks, Lit Hub’s home for book reviews. *. 1. The Hypocrite by Jo Hamya. (Pantheon)

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

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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August can be a bittersweet month, the point at which summer begins to wind down even as the weather turns ever more dank. With that in mind, our August book recommendations cover a lot of potential reactions to the month at hand. Looking for a gripping thriller to page through at the beach? We can help you there. In search of the perfect read for a new European soccer season? There’s something for that as well. Throw in memoir, cultural history and a retrospective of a beloved television show, and you have a reading list that should keep you busy this month.

The 10 Books You Should Be Reading This August

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

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From Don Winslow to Tana French (and Princess Di!), we’ve got them all.

The 29 Best Mystery, Thriller and True Crime Books of 2024…so Far

As a bookworm, passing down my love of reading to all the kids in my life is something I consider my sacred duty. That’s not a hard task at the moment, considering my oldest nephew loves to read. (He keeps two books in his crib at all times as part of his collection of loveys.) I love reading picture books to him these days and look forward to helping him find chapter books he’ll love when he’s a little older. I hope a love of books is something we’ll be able to share.

Historical Fiction Books for Kids

Fantasy books are often published in trilogies or series. We delve into each one’s universe and analyze the magic system, which demands extensive details. As a result, many fantasy books must be part of a series, with the story continuing in several parts. For example, consider the Lord of the Rings series, which is divided into several volumes.

8 Books from Fantasy Series That Can Work as Standalones

When William Faulkner was asked about the meaning of the title of his book Light in August, he said, “in August … there’s a few days somewhere about the middle of the month when suddenly there’s a foretaste of fall, it’s cool, there’s a lambence, a soft, a luminous quality to the light, as though it came not from just today but from back in the old classic times.” Here in the month of August 2024, that lambent light has arrived, shining fewer hours day by day on the landscape of waning summer. The sky looks bleached, the hydrangea blossoms have faded to droopy bronze balls, and the evening breeze demands a sweater. The frothy drinks and beachy reads we devoured in June seem out of place. This liminal month calls for a particular kind of book, one that fits the variable moods of August.

Diane Parrish’s Lit Garden Blooms With Books of August

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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

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Like so many avid readers around the world, I was fascinated by the recent New York Times list of the Best Books of the 21st century, as voted by 503 authors, critics and book lovers. 

But like many Australians, I was disappointed to see no Australian books on the list. Even those authors who’ve made a splash in the US literary scene this century – Helen Garner, Gerald Murnane, Maria Tumarkin – didn’t get a guernsey.

That’s where we come in. The Conversation’s Books & Ideas team, seeking to right a wrong (and just very curious), asked 50 Australian literary experts...

Best Australian books of the 21st century: as chosen by 50 experts

Another week, another batch of books for your TBR pile. Happy reading, folks. “[A] palm-sweat-inducing psychological thriller.”. “[The Snap] buzzes with all-too-familiar frustration at injustices. In the doubts and thrills of her story, Staple echoes the moment in a game when a bone-crunching collision has a player carted off the field. Are we allowed to enjoy this? Should the game still go on? An endorphin-fueled, heart-hammering sprint.”

10 New Books Coming Out This Week

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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

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Greenville County Library, which has 12 locations in and around the Greenville, South Carolina, metropolitan area, is giving serious consideration to removing all books featuring trans characters from their young adult sections. The public library system has been among one of the most prolific in the realm of censorship since...

Greenville County Library (SC) Wants to Remove Trans Books from YA Section

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

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 if you’re in the reading mood for stories with a happily ever after, you’re going to be thrilled with many of these new books.

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

Our feast of fabulous reviews this week includes Becca Rothfeld on Charlotte Shane’s An Honest Woman, Hillary Kelly on Jo Hamya’s The Hypocrite, Megan O’Grady on Yoko Ogawa’s Mina’s Matchbox, Daniel Felsenthal on Beth Linker’s Slouch, and Matthew Stewart on Brenda Wineapple’s Keeping the Faith.

5 Book Reviews You Need to Read This Week

Retired math teacher Grace Winters is shocked when she inherits a run-down house on a Mediterranean island from a long-lost friend. With a one-way ticket in hand, Grace arrives in Ibiza and searches for answers on how her friend lived and died. But what Grace uncovers seems impossible, forcing her to confront her own past in another touching novel from the author of The Midnight Library.

Best Books of Fall 2024

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Hannibal, MO

Ever wondered what inspired Mark Twain's classic tales? Hannibal, Missouri is the answer. This charming town along the Mississippi River served as the backdrop for Twain's beloved characters like Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn. Walking through Hannibal feels like stepping into a storybook, with historic homes, museums, and even a cave that Twain himself explored as a boy. Whether you're a literature buff or just looking for a unique travel experience, Hannibal offers a glimpse into the world that shaped one of America's greatest writers. Ready to dive into Twain's world? Hannibal awaits your visit.

Mark Twain’s Hannibal – Missouri’s Literary Landmark

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The 9 Best Books of the Summer, According to Bookshop.org

As the last days of summer approach, we’re getting some great summer reading recaps. Most recently, three Bookshop.org members have rounded up their three favorite or...

The 9 Best Books of the Summer, According to Bookshop.org

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