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This giveaway is sponsored by Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma. Kidan Adane grew up far from the arcane society she was born into, where human bloodlines gain power through vampire companionship. When her sister disappears, Kidan is convinced a vampire stole her—the very vampire bound to their family, Susenyos Sagad. To find June, Kidan must infiltrate the elite Uxlay University and survive living with Susenyos—even as he does everything he can to drive her away. To save her sister, Kidan must bring Uxlay to its knees and either break free from the horrors of her own actions or embrace the dark entanglements of love—and the blood required.

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Ever wondered about the mysterious world of witches? From ancient folklore to modern pop culture, witches have always sparked curiosity and intrigue. These magical beings, often depicted with pointy hats and broomsticks, have a rich history filled with fascinating facts. Did you know that witches were once revered as wise healers before being persecuted during the infamous witch hunts? Or that the iconic witch's broomstick has roots in ancient fertility rituals? Whether you're a fan of Harry Potter or just curious about the origins of witchcraft, this list of 40 facts will enchant and educate. Get ready to dive into the spellbinding world of witches!

40 Facts About Witches

You probably studied Native American culture in school, but chances are your teacher only covered a fraction of Indigenous history. Native American tradition and accomplishments are vast and steeped in incredible feats. From women warriors to your favorite movie snack, Native American tribes have contributed more to society than you...

19 Facts Many People Don’t Know About Native Americans

On October 26, 1881, the most famous Wild West battle took place, and it only lasted 30 seconds. This is thanks to Doc Holliday, a dentist, deputy, and outlaw. His story has inspired many books, music, TV shows, and movies. But how many of these fictional Doc Holliday stories are true?

Hollywood Westerns Lied To Us – Here’s The Truth About Doc Holliday (The Photos Are Chilling)

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AN HISTORIAN has revealed the disturbing horrors of “human zoos” – where human beings were treated like animals by cruel, racist keepers. Guido Gryseels, the former boss of the Africa Museum where King Leopold II opened the disturbing exhibit, told The Sun that Belgium still needs to come to terms with its brutal colonial past. […]

Inside Belgium’s disgraceful ‘human zoo’ – where country’s brutal colonial past was exhibited by King Leopold II

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One of my favorite parts of becoming more involved in the book industry through my work at Book Riot over the last seven years is keeping up with new releases. I can’t quite explain the exhilaration and anticipation I feel when I learn about a great new book coming out later in the year. Knowing I’ll have to wait for it (even if I do manage to snag an advanced reader’s copy) is part of the fun. Being able to recommend them to other readers who might not have heard of them yet is a big part of it, too. I love exposing readers to books I think they’ll love—especially if they haven’t heard of them yet.

New Historical Fiction by Black Authors

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It's been eight years since beloved former child star and Oscar-winning actress Patty Duke died from sepsis (a ruptured intestine) at only 69 in 2016. She was also the recipient of two Golden Globes, three Emmys, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In the 1960s, she was the star of her own TV sitcom. In the mid-1980s, she served as President of the Screen Actors Guild. Through it all, she was married four times (including once to actor John Austin), had three sons, and never stopped acting. This is her tragic yet triumphant story.

In Memory of Former Child Star and Oscar-winning Actress Patty Duke: 8 Years After Her Tragic Death

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Stephen King has given a blunt three word response to discovering that 23 of his books have been banned from school libraries in Florida, a law which is now being challenged by six major book publishers. In 2022, Florida governor Ron DeSantis signed a landmark legislation that targeted books which...

Stephen King gives blunt three-word response after discovering Florida banned 23 of his books in schools

SHANGHAI - Shanghai Museum has pulled in crowds this summer for an exhibition of ancient Egyptian relics including cat statues and other feline imagery, and which on Saturday nights allows up to 200 visitors to bring along their own four-legged friends. Inspired ancient Egyptians' worship of Bastet, the goddess of...

Shanghai Museum welcomes feline visitors to peruse Egyptian cat imagery at 'Meow Night'

You may question ghostly encounters at remote military outposts due to isolation-induced illusions. Witness reports of shadowy figures and eerie happenings may stem from fatigue and stress. Be cautious of supernatural tales as psychological factors can influence perceptions. Ghostly legends often originate from the mysterious environment of military bases. If curious about the blurred line between reality and myth, explore soldiers' accounts of spectral sightings and unexplained phenomena. The eerie world of haunted military outposts holds secrets that may challenge your beliefs.

Ghostly Encounters at Remote Military Outposts

It's been four years since the charismatic and rugged actor Robert Conrad died at 84. Best known for feature films like Palm Springs Weekend, and the trio of hit TV shows, Hawaiian Eye, Wild Wild West, and Black Sheep Squadron (a.k.a., Baa Baa Black Sheep), Robert Conrad was one tough cookie. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Tough Guy' Actor Robert Conrad ('Wild, Wild West): 4 Years After His Tragic Death

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It's been forty-five years since former child star Darla Hood, best known for the classic Our Gang/Little Rascals film shorts, died tragically of a heart attack at only 47 years old in Canoga Park, CA. This is her story.

A Look Back at Child Star Darla Hood ('Our Gang'/'Little Rascals'): 45 Years After Her Tragic Death

As the star of TV's Dr. Kildare (NBC, 1961-1966), Richard Chamberlain was a heartthrob for millions of female fans in America and the world. Decades later, the actor transformed into the charismatic king of TV-mini-series with acclaimed productions like the originalShogun (NBC, 1980), and The Thorn Birds (ABC, 1983, in which he played a sexually repressed priest).

The Once Secret Gay Life of Actor Richard Chamberlain ('Dr. Kildare'): 21 Years After He Came Out

As usual, this fall season is packed. I’ve already highlighted a few book club-friendly books by acclaimed writers that are bound to be big this fall, and since there are so many books coming out, I’ve left the ones mentioned in that list out of September’s best book club books. Just so you’re kept up to speed, though, Sally Rooney’s Intermezzo is coming out on the 24th, as is Olga Tokarczuk’s The Empusium. And We Solve Murders by Richard Osman, whose mysteries have been mega-popular, is out on the 17th.

The Best Book Club Books of September

September is here! This starts my favorite time of year. Growing up, this time of year meant football season, hay rides, and back to school supplies. Now, I still love fall. There’s cold apple cider, pumpkin smoothies, and corn mazes. This week, I’m sharing two of some recent favorite nonfiction reads over the last few years. But first, let’s jump into bookish goods.

Hello, September Reads!

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Pierre Niney plays the man behind the multiple masks in this fast-moving adaptation that needs a touch more finesse

The Count of Monte Cristo review – a good-looking gallop through Dumas’ tale of revenge

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Husky Who 'Speaks Perfect English' Has People Blown Away

Welcome to September! As we prepare to smell less sunscreen and more sharpened pencils (Here’s looking at you, Kathleen Kelly), publishing has kindly, once again, stacked the month full of new mystery and thriller releases. I hope that during this moment between seasons, you are able to set aside...

Back To Sleuthing: 11 New Mystery & Thrillers for September 2024

A. Sutherland – AncientPages.com - "On the Isle of Man, the prevailing belief was that the fairies represented the souls of those who died long ago, possibly before the Biblical flood, or were perhaps amongst the angels banished from heaven…" 1. As ghosts or spirits of the dead,...

Little People: Ancient Race That Pre-Dates Native Americans, Celts, And Other Settlers Worldwide

This week’s roundup of bestselling books is shorter than usual, because the bestseller lists could not agree. Some of the top sellers according to one list don’t appear at all on others. Kamala Harris’s memoir The Truths We Hold is #1 on the Indie Bestseller (Paperback Nonfiction) bestseller list, but doesn’t appear in the top ten of any of the others. The only thing everyone can agree on is that Colleen Hoover and Sarah J. Maas books continue to sell.

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

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