George R.R. Martin is perhaps the preeminent titan of contemporary fantasy. His A Song of Ice and Fire books captured the world's imagination like nothing since the heyday of Harry Potter. Despite the lackluster conclusion to the Game of Thrones show, House of the Dragon is still very popular, and HBO is currently developing a host of spinoffs. People can't get enough of Martin's grittier, bloodier, more morally gray take on the genre's beloved tropes.

The 10 Best George R.R. Martin Books, Ranked According to GoodReads

One of the most daunting things about fantasy literature is its scale. Fantasy authors find it difficult to conceive of a story that runs for a single volume — and a novel-length one, at that — as opposed to their usual penchant for churning out multi-entry 1000-page brick tomes.

15 Best Standalone Fantasy Books, Ranked

We talk about a lot of books on Book Riot every month…a lot. Between our dozens of newsletters, our podcasts, and our on-site content, we’re recommending hundreds of books every month in all genres, age categories, and formats. Hopefully, these recommendations connect you with your next favorite book. But how do we know which of these recs were successful? We don’t have comprehensive data on which recommendations made you read a book — that would be creepy. What we do have, though, is data on which books we linked last month that you clicked on. It’s not a perfect metric for popularity, since we don’t know why you clicked on them, but it’s the closest thing we have. So, here are the top ten most clicked on books on Book Riot last month.

The 10 Most Popular Books on Book Riot in July 2024

While you’re reading this, I’m probably at Glasgow Worldcon in the World Science Fiction Society meeting. The agenda this year is 100 pages long!. The good news is, lots of new books await this week. Find below a double dose of fresh releases for your TBR. Bookish Goods.

A Double Dose of New Sci-Fi and Fantasy Releases

Star Wars has always been known for its weird names, from pod-racer Ebe E. Endecott to the part-time singer, part-time bounty hunter Sy Snootles. However, none of these names are anywhere near as mind-blowing as the full name for Jedi Master Yoda. As to be expected from original creator George...

Yoda's Full Name Is The Funniest Thing In All of Star Wars

The Resurrection: Decoding Dante's Lost Canto by D. Allen Henry. As anyone who has read the Divine Comedy will attest, there were people Italian poet Dante Alighieri liked and those he didn’t like. The former populate his Purgatorio and Paradisio, while the latter — well, let’s just say they are punished, often spectacularly, in his Inferno. His strong views didn’t end there. In fact, Dante’s religiopolitical ties got him kicked out of Florence permanently.

Dante’s Lost Secrets Revealed in Historical Mystery

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Before I dive into your bi-weekly mystery goodness—which includes new releases, backlist titles featuring cold settings, and news—I have a new mystery film for you to watch. If you’re in the mood for a heist comedy starring Matt Damon, you can now stream The Instigators on Apple TV+. Watch the trailer here.

A Forensic Linguist, Cold Setting Mysteries, + More!

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Actor Bob Denver, who passed away in 2005, will forever be remembered for his leading role on the classic 1960s sitcom Gilligan’s Island. Denver also played another famous TV character: the beatnik-type Maynard G. Krebs on The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis.

TV's 'Gilligan Island' Stars Dawn Wells and Bob Denver and Their Controversy Behind the Scenes

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For more than 160 years, Macy's has been much more than a department store. It's a cornerstone of American shopping, with generations eager to buy everything from back-to-school clothes to holiday gifts. But now it is a surprise that the store has been forced to close, leaving millions to wonder how such a powerful and fast-moving brand could be defeated. Macy's, the US retail giant, now faces a difficult future. Signs of trouble have been showing for several years, including declining traffic, aging stores, and an inability to keep up with a fast-paced retail environment. However, experts say the real story is corporate mismanagement, intense competition, and a lack of innovation.

The Fall of Macy's: Inside the Collapse of America's Largest Merchant

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Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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A new Alien: Romulus video may have just let a big Xenomorph surprise slip. Alien: Romulus will be released in United States theaters later this month. Directed by Fede Álvarez, the film stars Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, and more. 20th Century Studios has now released a new video promoting...

New Alien: Romulus Video Potentially Reveals Big Xenomorph Surprise in Horror Sequel

Lifelong friends Andy Griffith and Don Knotts were quite a team on The Andy Griffith Show, which originally aired on CBS from 1960 to 1968. In 1965, Knotts left the series (to make big-screen movies), which later transitioned into Mayberry RFD, with Ken Berry taking over the lead from Griffith.

Andy Griffith was critical of Don Knotts and his portrayal of Mr. Furley on TV's 'Three's Company'

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Have you ever wondered if your home mirrors your true self? Just like people present their best selves on social media, our homes can showcase our personalities and lifestyles. Does your home reflect who you are? I hope so because this will make you the most comfortable.

Decluttering | Does Your Home Reflect Who You Are

Buried Deep collects almost 20 years of award-winning Naomi Novik’s acclaimed short stories. It is a treasure trove for fans who no longer need to hunt through a dozen anthologies to find them individually. Some stories have already achieved legendary status, such as her retelling of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice—with dragons! Novik’s fans from her nine-book Temeraire series will delight in the abundance of dragons in this collection, including in the tale of “Vici”, which traces the militarization of dragons back to Rome and Antony.

Naomi Novik’s Fantastical Feminist Worlds

Sarah Paulson and Ebon Moss-Bachrach are teaming up for a new period horror. CBS’s desire to turn everything into a procedural continues with Einstein. Plus, get a glimpse of what’s coming on Solar Opposites and Suicide Squad Isekai. To me, my spoilers!. Little Bites. According to Deadline, Powerman...

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Introduces a Motley Alien Crew

“Generations in the future following Caesar’s reign, apes are living harmoniously as the dominant species — and humans are living in the shadows. As a new tyrannical ape leader builds his empire, one young ape undertakes a harrowing journey that will cause him to question the past and make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike.”

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those actors mentioned.]. Bewitched remains one of the most popular television shows in the medium's history. Originally broadcast on ABC from 1964 to 1972, the show remains popular in syndication, streaming platforms, and home media.

The Courageous Life and Tragic Death of Actor Dick Sargent: TV’s “Second Darrin” on ‘Bewitched’

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The best standalone sci-fi books

When it comes to both science fiction and fantasy, authors have a habit of writing multi-book epics rather than single, one-time books. So, if you’re looking...

The best standalone sci-fi books

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