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Since I updated you last, I had a lovely beach day where I carefully curated a selection of beach reads: some YA, some romances, all light and frothy print books perfect for reading while stretched out on a beach towel…and then I proceeded to ignore all of them, squinting through the glare on my old Kindle Fire so I could keep reading Compound Fracture by Andrew Joseph White, a bloody anti-capitalism Appalachian thriller. Oops.

What are You Reading This Week? — August 15, 2024

Welcome to Today in Books, our daily round-up of literary headlines at the intersection of politics, culture, media, and more. J.K. Rowling Named in Olympic Boxer’s Cyberbullying Suit. J.K. Rowling has a long, ugly history of transphobic comments—the reason Book Riot hasn’t promoted her books or products for several...

J.K. Rowling Named in Criminal Complaint for Cyberbullying

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Today is Relaxation Day! I know that with the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it can be hard to stop and take a breather. But it is important to take those moments for yourself because it will help in the long run. You know what will help? Bookstore Romance Day is this Saturday! *confetti*

Medical Romance Novels To Make Your Heart Race

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Horoscope of the Day, Friday, August 16th

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National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

This giveaway is sponsored by Craving of the Sands – a comic fantasy novel. In a fantasy world where magic requires soul-rifting – the process of sacrificing bits of one’s soul – Wilhilm Grindtosser looks to repair his soul. A wily gnome sells him access to the EyeStone network. The EyeStone allows Wilhilm to share his spells with the world while gnome magic heals his soul. But when members of the network spontaneously combust and dark shadows pour off their skin, Wilhilm and his companions need to find out who’s behind this new invention. In his quest for the truth, Wilhilm must confront his own dark past, deal with a mummy rock band and trick a genie, before the world falls apart.

Enter to Win an Audiobook Download Code of CRAVING OF THE SANDS: A RUNEBREAKERS NOVEL by Cearnach Grimm!

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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I grew up on these babies. This cookie is sweet nostalgia to me. There are so many variations to make it too, you really can't go wrong with it! For a super easy and fast cookie bar, these are a winner!

Magic Layer Bars aka Hello Dolly Bars

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Dianna Carney

Get ready for an afternoon filled with live music, fun activities, and local vendors. The Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheater has invited the community to join them for the Friends Rock Music Festival on Sunday, August 11th from 2 PM until 8 PM. This free-to-attend festival promises a day filled with a diverse lineup of artists and bands, offering something for every music lover. Performances will include:

Live Music, Delicious Food & More: Don't Miss This Free Music Festival in Quincy

Earlier this year we got a teaser trailer for the second season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Now we have a new, full-length trailer to hype us up before the new season premieres later this month. The trailer shows Middle Earth at war as Elrond,...

New Trailer for Season 2 of THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER

August is Women in Translation Month, an annual celebration of books by women authors across the globe whose books have been translated for an English-reading audience. We know that books in translation are already rare in YA, so it is likely little surprise that women’s work in translation lags behind that of male counterparts (and any global writers beyond the gender binary, even rarer). But translated literature is special. It’s incredible to think about the relationship that happens between the author’s initial creation in one language and the finished product as translated by someone else. The author and translator create something that is both a reworking of the original as well as something wholly its own.

YA Women in Translation + YA Book News: August 15, 2024

Honesty may be the best policy, but it doesn’t generally make for very exciting reading. Many of today’s comics show the entertainment value in faking it until you make it (or at least make out)!. Bookish Goods. Deadpool Birthday Card by YeaOhGreetings. No birthday is complete until Deadpool...

Fake Relationships, Real Comics

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

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The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

While recording the latest full-length Hey YA episode with my co-host Kelly Jensen, there was a moment where we—fully in our geriatric status as millennials—lamented about how books were too long. (Movies and shows are also too dark, and our backs hurt, but I’ll keep it cute and bookish for now.)

Short BIPOC Books To Round Out Your Summer Reading

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, recently shared their furry friends who have been waiting the longest to find their forever homes. From a puppy who is housebroken and loves toys to a little five-year-old dog who is a great snuggle buddy and loves other dogs, each dog is unique but has one thing in common- they need a family who will love them. Get to know these five great dogs below, and don't forget to leave a comment to let me know which pup stole your heart!

Local Animal Rescue Shares Dogs Who've Been Looking For Love The Longest

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New Releases and More for July 16, 2024

This week, Liberty and Emily discuss Sharks Don’t Sink, The Astrology House, I Was a Teenage Slasher, and more great books!. Subscribe to All the Books!...

New Releases and More for July 16, 2024

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