Another week, another batch of books for your TBR pile. Happy reading, folks. “Ace Atkins’s killing honesty sets a new standard for Southern crime fiction.”. “As in his spy novels, Kanon demonstrates a mastery of closed-in drama. Such is the jabbing understatement of the dialogue—what’s withheld matters more than what’s said—that it holds you in suspense as much as any action scene. The contrast between his impeccable control and the nightmarish chaos of this time and place gives things a powerful edge. Kanon goes to China with stirring results.”

10 New Books Coming Out This Week

With about half of the year in the rear-view mirror, it’s time we did some reflection. And Goodreads, with its millions of members, is always a great place to get a pulse check on what’s popular among the people. The most popular books of the year so far...

The Most Popular Books of the Year (So Far), According to Goodreads

Unputdownable books, B&N makes a shocking move, Pride reads for 2024: just a few of the offerings today at Book Riot:. 9 Unputdownable Books that Will Grip You Till the Last Page. We’ve all read books that we just can’t put down — the ones we stay up reading till...

9 Unputdownable Books that Will Grip You Till the Last Page

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From Kevin Barry's Western romance to Laura van den Berg's unsettling new novel

The Best New Books to Read in July 2024

Welcome to Today in Books, where we report on literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. You’re expecting this to be a story about the latest TikTok romantasy hit, aren’t you? The clock app may be hogging headlines with stories about dragon riders who do it, but it’s Freida McFadden’s thrillers that are dominating bestseller lists. McFadden, a physician who writes under a pseudonym to protect her relationship with her patients, self-published for a decade before signing a deal with Sourcebooks’s Poisoned Pen Press. Her 23 (!) books have sold more than 6 million copies, making her the fastest-selling thriller writer in the U.S., outpacing heavy hitters James Patterson, David Baldacci, and John Grisham, who all show up beneath her on current sales charts. The New York Times‘s Alexandra Alter details McFadden’s rise in a new profile, which also hints at fascinating tidbits about Sourcebooks’s strategy. Now, my kingdom for a piece about the enduring appeal of the self-pub-to-traditional-deal pipeline.

The Thriller Writer Outselling James Patterson and John Grisham

Joe Woodland sat on a beach in Florida more than 70 years ago and ran his fingers through the sand. The lines reminded him of the dots and dashes used for Morse code, and he soon discovered that inspiration and insight don’t always come in a laboratory. Woodland’s doodles...

Six Must-Read Books for Your Summer Reading List

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  Sun, sand and a great book – that's the perfect formula for a relaxing beach vacation. Since we're firmly in the grasp of summer 2024, it's about time to choose your next great read. We've got a selection of some of the most gripping, moving and entertaining books our readers have loved this year. Whether you love reading on an e-reader like a Kindle or you prefer real...

Our readers' favorite books of 2024 so far

READ Bunting – Colourful Felt Garland by Forged in Fables. Every summer, I’m always sending my nieces and nephews boxes of books for summer reading. I LOVE these little banners. Perfect for my favorite kiddos. $16. New Releases. The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an...

New Month, New Nonfiction Books!

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Looking for your next great read for the beach, pool, plane ride, etc? Goodreads compiled a list of the best summer books of 2024.

These Are the ‘It’ Books of Summer 2024

In case you haven’t noticed, it’s midyear check-in time, and in all corners of the bookish internet, we’re taking a look back at the first half of 2024 in new releases. The “Best Books of the Year So Far” lists are piling up — in fact, they started about a month before the halfway point of the year. This is a great way to get an overview of the very buzziest titles, but that only scratches the surface of the incredible books in a wide range of formats and genres that have come out this year. That’s why it can be more useful to seek out round up lists of the genres, formats, and topics you’re most interested in as a reader, like the best queer books of the year so far.

The Best Historical Fiction of 2024 So Far, According to Goodreads

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Contemporary crime novels provide captivating mysteries and perceptive social criticism and delve into the complexity of human psychology and societal dynamics. This summer, pick a new detective book to include in your TBR list. This article presents new works that delve deeply into the intricacies of society dynamics and the...

4 New Detective Books to Read This Summer

This week’s most read books on Goodreads showcase the same thriller, romance, and historical fiction authors we saw last week, but slightly reordered. Freida McFadden claims two of the top five spots, which shouldn’t be a surprise, because she’s the thriller writer outselling James Patterson and John Grisham: “McFadden, a physician who writes under a pseudonym to protect her relationship with her patients, self-published for a decade before signing a deal with Sourcebooks’s Poisoned Pen Press. Her 23 (!) books have sold more than 6 million copies, making her the fastest-selling thriller writer in the U.S., outpacing heavy hitters James Patterson, David Baldacci, and John Grisham, who all show up beneath her on current sales charts.”

The Most Read Books on Goodreads This Week

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What does it mean to be selfish? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of selfish is the lack of consideration for others; someone concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure. You know, people who will do for themselves before they will do for others. People who put their own priorities above everyone else. Do you know people who fit that definition? I am sure we all know at least one, I have known man over the years. Let’s learn what Signs are the most likely to be selfish.

The Top 5 Most Selfish Zodiac Signs

This week, Liberty talks about a couple of amazing books related to the week’s new releases!. Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a beat book. Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news. Make this...

All the Backlist! July 5, 2024

Ever curious about the Book of Kells? This masterpiece of medieval art is not just any old manuscript; it's a stunning symbol of Irish culture and history. Created by Celtic monks around 800 AD, this illuminated manuscript is renowned for its intricate artwork and beautiful calligraphy. Housed at Trinity College Dublin, it attracts visitors from around the globe. But what makes the Book of Kells truly fascinating are the stories and secrets it holds within its pages. From its mysterious origins to the incredible craftsmanship, each fact about this historical treasure offers a glimpse into a bygone era. Ready to uncover some intriguing facts about the Book of Kells? Let’s dive into the rich history and artistic marvels of this iconic manuscript.

30 Facts About Book Of Kells

The number of relationships and marriages ending because of disloyalty are on the rise. Loyalty plays a key role in strengthening partners’ bond. Yet, some zodiac signs are more loyal than others. They remain committed and faithful to their partners throughout. Loyalty and honesty increases a person’s trust for you.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are The Most Loyal

I don’t know about you but summer is definitely my favorite season and I am definitely a sun worshipper. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we do not see enough of it so when it is here, that is where you will find me. Everything I do I do outside when the sun is out and the weather is warm. I wonder who else feels this way. I wonder what Zodiac Signs love the Sunshine. Want to find out? Let’s do a little research.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Love Sunshine

Hello, mystery fans! Welcome to another edition of the Unusual Suspects newsletter! While I am not the biggest fan of rehashing old properties—*points at all the incredible new writers waiting for a shot*—I did grow up a huge fan of the everything-goes-boom action comedy films and a big Eddie Murphy fan, so I am absolutely going to watch Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F this weekend.

12 Thrillers to Read This Summer

You can read Bradford Morrow on Poe’s Tamerlane here. Auctions are unpredictable beasts. If you approach them thinking you know how they will behave, you do so naively. Some lots sell far higher than expected, others much lower, and there’s often no explaining why. Competition can be furious as the auctioneer fields bids from potential buyers on the phone, online, and from collectors and dealers in the salesroom. And then, sometimes all three platforms stall out and a rarity like Ernest Hemingway’s first book, Three Stories & Ten Poems (1923), untrimmed and unopened in its fragile glassine jacket, gets “bought in”—auction-speak for fails to sell.

What’s worth more than the rarest book in American literature? The answer may (not) surprise you.

Ever wondered who Saint Anne was and why she’s so revered across various cultures? Saint Anne is not just a name etched in the annals of history; she’s a symbol of devotion and maternal grace. Known as the mother of Mary and grandmother of Jesus, her story intertwines with the very roots of faith for many. But, what else is there to this fascinating figure? From miraculous legends to her widespread veneration, there’s a wealth of knowledge to uncover about Saint Anne. Ready to dive into a mix of divine tales and historical facts? Let’s peel back the layers of time to reveal the intriguing and lesser-known aspects of Saint Anne’s life and legacy.

21 Great Interesting Facts About Saint Anne

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The Great Summer 2024 Book Preview

The Millions dropped one of their most exciting posts of the year this week, highlighting the books that readers should be most excited to get on...

The Great Summer 2024 Book Preview

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