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

Here are the literary and publishing links to put on your librarian radars this week. Len Riggio, the founder & previous CEO of Barnes & Noble, has passed away at 83. The best literary fiction of 2024 so far. Weekly picks from. , LitHub. September picks from The New York...

Fall Releases, the Ethics of True Crime, and More Literary News for Librarians

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New Releases and More for September 3, 2024

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It's been more than four decades since former child star William “Billie” Thomas Jr. died in Los Angeles of a heart attack at only 49 on October 10, 1980. Best known as "Buckwheat," the character he portrayed in the original Hal Roach-ignited Our Gang/Little Rascals classic film shorts from 1934 to 1944, Thomas faced similar challenges and misfortunes of several of his co-stars and other former child actors. This is his story.

Billie "Buckwheat" Thomas - 'Little Rascals'/'Our Gang' Child Star: 44 Years After His Tragic Death

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A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

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Sharing a living space with someone on the daily is rarely a walk in the park. Everyone has their little strange quirks, moods and habits that can drive another person crazy. However, some zodiac signs are known for being particularly demanding or having personality traits that naturally make cohabitation a little more challenging to say the least. Let's see which zodiac signs are the most difficult to live with and tips with how to cope!

The 3 Most Demanding Zodiac Signs to Live With

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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

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

$1.99 What's In A Dumpling, Grandma? by Linda Meeker, illustrated by Sandra Eide. Stitch Camp: 18 Crafty Projects for Kids & Tweens by Nicole Blum and Catherine Newman. Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal.

The Best Children’s Book Deals of the Day for September 4, 2024

Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. Ask a hundred people what it means for a book to be spicy, and you’ll probably get a hundred different definitions. The concept of spicy books carries a “you know it when you see it” vibe, but people’s individual reading preferences are so personal, specific, and varied that it’s not actually helpful. When “spicy” can mean anything, it comes to mean nothing. I’ve been hoping a romance expert would address the increasing uselessness of spicy discourse, and the folks at Shelf Love have more than delivered with a look at the ways in which it flattens conversation, fails readers, and misrepresents the romance genre. I’m not sure what the solution is, since spicy is just one of the many euphemisms born of trying to evade algorithmic censorship, but I’m glad to see us talking about the problem.

What Does “Spicy” Actually Mean?

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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Three earthquakes were recorded in Georgia during August, the strongest a 2.4 magnitude which occured far outside of the area where Georgia earthquakes most often occur. The quakes were recorded and reported by the US Geological Survey, which maintains seismograph stations throughout the US.

Rare SE Georgia Earthquake Recorded in August, State's Farthest South in 10 Years

The calendar is a construct, but the arrival of September really does feel significant. School is back in session, publishing is entering Big Books Season, and folks are fired up and ready to go. Still catching up on the end of summer? Don’t miss this look at the 10 most popular books on Book Riot in August.

The Best New Books of the Month

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

As we shift to fall and settle in, we’re steady getting great list after great list of new, must-read books being published in the coming weeks. The New York Times is the latest to proffer some recs for the book world’s busiest season, this time under the umbrella of nonfiction. But don’t worry—despite it being an election year, the list is varied. There are memoirs by political figures, like Ketanji Brown Jackson and Angela Merkel, but there are also tales of cults and even the paranormal life of a Navajo Ranger.

The Best Nonfiction to Read This Fall, According to the New York Times

Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

You might not be headed back to school, but you can certainly channel those vibes with some book club action with the best book club books for September. Back to Sleuthing: 11 New Mysteries & Thrillers for September 2024. I hope that during this moment between seasons, you are able...

How One Librarian is Fighting Book Bans

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Overwhelm is a word I often hear folks say regarding decluttering. Decluttering does not have to be overwhelming. When you Declutter For Life the process is not stressful. You won't clear the chaos overnight, but with patience and effort, you can build a space—and a life—that feels calm and organized. For busy young working moms who've tried and failed, understanding that decluttering is a gradual process rather than a quick fix can change everything. Let me explain.

How To Declutter For Life, Not For a Quick Fix!

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A man has sparked heated debate online after deciding to take a solo trip for his 40th birthday, despite his girlfriend's financial struggles. The man, who has been dating his girlfriend for three months, shared his dilemma on a popular Reddit forum.

Boyfriend Taking Vacation Alone Since Girlfriend Can't Afford It Asks if He's in the Wrong

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Hello, September Reads!

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....

Hello, September Reads!

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