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The Best New Books to Read in August 2024

As the last days of summer approach, we’re getting some great summer reading recaps. Most recently, three Bookshop.org members have rounded up their three favorite or recommended reads for summer. It’s a good mix of new, relatively new, and older releases. There are brilliant biographies, sobering sci-fi tales, and ravishing romances.

The 9 Best Books of the Summer, According to Bookshop.org

Elif Shafak’s There Are Rivers in the Sky, Alexis Pauline Gumbs’ Survival Is a Promise: The Eternal Life of Audre Lorde, and Moon Unit Zapa’s Earth to Moon all feature among the best reviewed books of the week. Brought to you by Book Marks, Lit Hub’s home...

What Should You Read Next? Here Are the Best Reviewed Books of the Week

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"Baby why you gotta be so mean?" The zodiac is a fascinating system that many people turn to for insights into personality traits, behaviors, and compatibility. While every zodiac sign has its unique strengths and challenges, some signs are often perceived as being a bit more sharp-edged, vindictive or difficult (to say the least) to deal with. In this article, we'll delve into the four zodiac signs commonly considered the "meanest," exploring the characteristics that contribute to this perception and how these traits manifest in their interactions with others. To lighten the mood, we'll include some funny quotes about each sign's mean streak.

The 4 Meanest Signs in the Zodiac

Curses have fascinated humans for centuries, weaving their way through folklore, literature, and even modern pop culture. But what exactly are curses? Curses are believed to be spells or words intended to bring bad luck or harm to someone. From ancient Egyptian tombs to Shakespearean plays, these ominous hexes have left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. Some people swear by their power, while others dismiss them as mere superstition. Whether you believe in them or not, the stories surrounding curses are undeniably intriguing. Ready to dive into a world where words can wield incredible power? Let's explore 30 captivating facts about curses that might just change how you see them.

30 Facts About Curses

On October 26, 1881, the most famous Wild West battle took place, and it only lasted 30 seconds. This is thanks to Doc Holliday, a dentist, deputy, and outlaw. His story has inspired many books, music, TV shows, and movies. But how many of these fictional Doc Holliday stories are true?

Hollywood Westerns Lied To Us – Here’s The Truth About Doc Holliday (The Photos Are Chilling)

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The world of the paranormal continues to captivate and mystify, with recent reports of ghostly encounters, haunted locations, and unexplained phenomena coming in from various corners of the globe. As technology advances and the curiosity surrounding the supernatural grows, more individuals are diving into the eerie and often unsettling world of the paranormal. Here are some of the most intriguing recent developments and stories that have emerged in 2024.

Unraveling the Mysteries of the Paranormal: New Stories and Sightings in 2024

In Case You Missed Yesterday's Most Popular Book Deals. The Master Butchers Singing Club by Louise Erdrich. The Hundred Years' War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi. Everyone On This Train is a Suspect by Benjamin Stevenson. $2.99. Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler, illustrated by John Jennings.

Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for August 20, 2024

Civic education is essential, but formal civics classes in US schools are surprisingly rare. A study from 2018—the most recent I could find—shows that there are 11 states that require no civics classes in high school, while 30 only require half of a year. The part of the study that stands out is that the requirements for civics instruction, which the study notes is often integrated into other courses, relies heavily on knowledge and not application.

A Civic Education in YA: YA Book Talk and News, August 22, 2024

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For almost 2,000 years, a once-bustling city in the desert of Saudi Arabia was left abandoned to the sands of time.Hegra, a thriving international trade hub in the first century AD, fell into a steady decline after it was annexed by the Roman empire in 106 AD.Then, in the centuries that followed, it was all but forgotten: occasionally mentioned by pilgrims on their way to Mecca, but left largely untouched.Yet languishing in the burning sun for nearly two millennia left the extraordinary site remarkably well-preserved.And now it has finally opened up to both tourists and experts who are hailing it...

Breathtaking ancient city discovered in the desert reveals secrets of a forgotten civilisation

Archaeologists have successfully deciphered doom prophecies written on ancient Babylonian cuneiform tablets. The tablets, which had remained a mystery since their discovery 100 years ago, date back to around 1,200 BC and originate from the Babylonian city of Sippar in what is now modern day Iraq. It wasn't until researchers...

Mystery behind 4,000-year-old 'tablets of doom' has been solved

Do ghosts exist? This question has puzzled humans for centuries. Some swear by their eerie encounters, while others dismiss them as mere figments of imagination. Ghost stories span cultures, from ancient Egyptian spirits to modern-day hauntings. Believers argue that ghosts are the souls of the departed, lingering due to unfinished business or strong emotional ties. Skeptics counter with scientific explanations, attributing ghostly experiences to psychological phenomena or environmental factors. Whether you’re a firm believer or a curious skeptic, the mystery of ghosts continues to captivate our minds. Let’s explore 13 intriguing facts about these elusive entities.

13 Facts About Do Ghosts Exist

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Irish folklore and legend are full of epic tales and passionate love stories - and you might be surprised how many modern names have roots in Irish mythology

Irish girls' names inspired by folklore and legend that people find beautiful today

Thank you to NetGalley/Ballantine Books for a copy of Rules for Ghosting in exchange for an honest review. Ezra Friedman sees ghosts, which made growing up in a funeral home complicated. It might have been easier if his grandfather’s ghost didn’t give him scathing looks of disapproval as he went through a second, HRT-induced puberty or if he didn’t have the pressure of all those relatives — living and dead — judging every choice he makes. It’s no wonder that Ezra runs as far away from the family business as humanly possible.

Book Review: RULES FOR GHOSTING

Archaeologists found a 3,500-year-old tablet inscribed with a massive furniture order in cuneiform writing. The artifact surfaced after earthquakes occurred in Turkey.

Archaeologists unearth tiny 3,500-year-old clay tablet following an earthquake

Sharifah talks about representation in SF/F and captain of Book Riot’s In Reading Color newsletter Erica Ezeifedi recommends great BIPOC SF/F. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more SF/F news and recs, sign up for our Swords and Spaceships newsletter!. Learn something...

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Civil War ghost town residents faced economic decline, disasters, and societal changes. After desertion, they struggled with reintegration and fading memories. Haunting legends and supernatural myths emerged, adding to the eerie atmosphere. Today, archaeology reveals relics and community efforts preserve these remnants. The stories of these ghost town residents are a chilling reminder of the lasting impact of the war. Explore further to uncover the full tale of these abandoned communities.

What Happened to Civil War Ghost Town Residents?

Fantasy books are often published in trilogies or series. We delve into each one’s universe and analyze the magic system, which demands extensive details. As a result, many fantasy books must be part of a series, with the story continuing in several parts. For example, consider the Lord of the Rings series, which is divided into several volumes.

8 Books from Fantasy Series That Can Work as Standalones

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Jaw and arm bone fragments at an archeological site in Indonesia have revealed that humanity‘s so-called “Hobbit” ancestors were even smaller than initially thought. Knewz.com has learned that the first discovery of these humans was made when scientists dug out fairly recent remains dating back between 60,000 and 100,000 years ago. The latest find, located […]

Newly Discovered Hobbit Fossils From 700,000 Years Ago Reveal Stunning New Detail

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The Most Read Books on Goodreads This Week

This week’s most read books on Goodreads have some familiar author names — in fact, they’re all titles that have been on the most read list...

The Most Read Books on Goodreads This Week

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