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Halfway through the year is a good time to take stock of our reading. The spare elegies of winter have left their mark; the elegant literary novels of spring have come and gone; the big juicy beach reads of summer are just beginning. Let’s pause here and take a look at what good things the year has already brought to us before we look ahead to the riches of the fall. Here are the 10 best books from the first half of 2024.

The best books of the year (so far)

What’s better than a regular-sized historical fiction book? A short historical fiction book that you can finish in the span of a weekend. That’s just math. All of these historical fiction books under 300 pages are short, sweet, and to the point. They’re not going to drag you along for dozens upon dozens of pages on side tangents about the Napoleonic wars (looking at you Victor Hugo). Instead, these books set the historical scene and get straight to the story. Sometimes, that’s exactly what you need.

Short Historical Fiction Books To Read In a Weekend

I don’t watch a lot of the sports ball, but have been dialed into this year’s Olympics. If you’d like some Olympic-friendly reading in between watching your faves, Susie Dumond compiled a nice list full of athlete memoirs and fun, sporty fiction. And, if you’re curious about...

The Best New Book Releases Out August 6, 2024

Discover which books you should add to your reading list that are being published in August 2024!. This month is full of must read new releases! You’ll find new novels from iconic authors like Jodi Picoult and Liane Moriarty. Plus, a new thriller from airplane expert T.J. Newman and romances I can’t wait to read!

Must Read New Books By Genre: August 2024

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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

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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!

The art of adapting a beloved book into a feature film is a challenging endeavor that almost always sparks debate among fans and critics alike. But while some adaptations fail to capture the essence of their source material, there have also been those that manage to complement and sometimes even enhance their inspirations, creating memorable films that build off of what made their literary counterparts great in the first place. From timeless classic novels to modern masterpieces, these adaptations have successfully translated the magic of the written word onto the silver screen, proving that sometimes movies can be just as good as the books that inspired them.

10 Movies That Are Just as Good as the Book

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Everyone wants to age with grace and beauty, and while genetics, lifestyle, and skincare all play a role, your zodiac sign might also influence how well you age. As the saying goes, true beauty comes from within. Some people seem to radiate their inner beauty outward as they age, becoming even more attractive over time. Think you might be one of them? Let’s dive into the five zodiac signs that, according to astrology, are believed to age better than others.

5 Zodiac Signs That Age Better Than Others

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Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

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The actor's working relationship with Disney has spanned decades, having been cast in his first Disney feature film, "Follow Me, Boys!" at age 15.

Fact Check: Kurt Russell Ended His Longtime Relationship with 'Woke Disney'?

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Love books? Love movies? Which do you like to read first? The book or the adaptation? Here are some of the most recent book-to-screen adaptations for you to enjoy. Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro star in this Martin Scorsese-directed film about the mysterious killings of members of the Osage Nation in 1920s Oklahoma. It's a dark and suspenseful story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It's based on David Grann's nonfiction book of the same name.

9 Movies That Are Better Than Their Book Counterparts

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In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

Put down the overly wordy self-help book that you’ve got clutched in your hand. While sure, you can get some good advice from a book, you might also just need a quick pick-me-up in the form of a 90-minute movie. Whatever you’re struggling with in this time of transition, there’s a movie that will make you see things from a new perspective. Whether you’re getting over a rough breakup or you finally want to start really living, I’ve got a film suggestion for you.

7 Movies To Watch To Change Your Life

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Some of these books were foundational in inspiring other writers to share their stories.

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

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A DAD-OF-FIVE died after mistakenly pouring washing detergent on a bowl of cornflakes instead of milk, an inquest has heard. Tom McDonald was rushed to St Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH) in Dublin on March 9, 2023, after his daughter realised he had accidentally poisoned himself. “It was so quick – he was perfectly well and […]

Dad-of-five with dementia died after accidentally pouring washing detergent on his cornflakes instead of milk

Collins’s The Hunger Games changed young adult literature forever. The bloodthirsty nation of Panem served as an entire generation of adolescent readers’ introduction to dystopian fiction, setting imaginations across the globe ablaze with visions of alternate worlds where human civilization took a dark turn somewhere along the road.

Best Book Series Like Hunger Games for Lovers of Dystopian Worlds

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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

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Medieval history is a fascinating subject that has understandably inspired the imagination of many great filmmakers. The period between the fall of the Roman Empire and the emergence of the Renaissance art movement was of intense lawlessness in which many great nations waged wars against one another for political, social, and religious reasons. The influence of medieval iconography is seen in some of the most famous movie franchises of all time, including Star Wars and The Lord of the Rings.

The 10 Best Medieval Battles in Movies, Ranked

Each month in our FYI Digital Magazine, I write a column focusing on local authors and recent releases. Here is a look at some books with a local flavour coming your way. Leonard Cohen: The Man Who Saw the Angels Fall, by author Christophe Lebold from ECW Press, follows the singer’s cosmopolitan life from Montreal and New York to the Greek island of Hydra and examines his perpetual dialogues with himself, God, and avalanches. We see how six decades of radiant pessimism and a few thousand nights in hotel rooms transformed a young Jewish poet who longed to be a saint into an existentialist troubadour in love with women and a gravelly voiced crooner who taught a thousand ways of dissolving into love. After more than two decades of research and travels, Lebold, who befriended the poet and spent time with him in Los Angeles, is said to be delivering a stimulating analysis of Cohen’s life and art. Gracefully blending biography and essay, he interrogates the mission Cohen set out for himself: to show us that darkness is just the flip side of light. It will be out on Sept. 3.

Summertime reading: New books set to hit the shelves

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10 Greatest Books Based on True Stories for Your Reading List

Call me old fashioned, but I love nothing more than curling up with a good book and getting lost in the story created by someone else....

10 Greatest Books Based on True Stories for Your Reading List

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