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BOOK RIOT | BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS AND REVIEWSYOUNG ADULTMAINAUDIOBOOKSCHILDREN'SCOMICSMYSTERY/THRILLER Book Riot: The Podcast The Book Riot Podcast is a weekly news and talk show about what's new, cool, and worth talking about in the world of books and reading, brought to you by the editors of Book Riot. 19 OF THE BEST NEW TRUE CRIME BOOKS OUT IN 2021 There’s no shortage of true crime content right now. From podcasts to documentaries, it’s everywhere, including books. These new true crime books published in 2021 will keep you learning about real-life cases, cults, and con artists. 20 NEW CRIME NOVELS TO KEEP YOU UP AT NIGHT The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins. In this reimagining of Jane Eyre, Jane is a dogwalker, a thief, and a woman with a fake identity. She’s also new to Birmingham, Alabama. Desperate to stay afloat, she steals small trinkets from housewives and tries to find opportunities to get a leg up where she can. When she meets a rich and handsome NFTS FOR BOOKS: HOW THIS EMERGING TECH CAN REWARD AUTHORS NFTs for Books: How This Emerging Tech Can Reward Authors & Readers. Emily Wenstrom May 12, 2021. On March 11, an artist called Beeple sold his latest work for over $69 million through the renowned Christie’s auction house. If you follow the art world this isn’t anything to raise your eyebrows atexcept that unlike most art sold at these 25 MUST-READ 2021 PICTURE BOOKS FOR YOUR CHILD'S BOOKSHELVES Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho and Dung Ho. Eyes That Kiss in the Corners is a gorgeous and lyrical statement of self-love that celebrates Asian-shaped eyes and family heritage. “I have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea,” the child narrator says, just like her mama, amah, and little sister Mei-Mei. 9 RIVETING THRILLER NOVELS YOU'LL WANT TO READ IN 2021 This year will bring no shortage of riveting thrillers to add to your TBR list. Whether you prefer a locked-room mystery or a family crime saga, these propulsive new reads are guaranteed to keep you engrossed until the twisty end. Here are ten captivating suspense novels you 25 OF THE ABSOLUTE BEST COZY MYSTERY SERIES My grandma is the one who got me into books when I was a young child (thank you Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew!), but she is also responsible for my later-acquired affection for some of the best cozy mystery

series.

QUIZ: FIND OUT YOUR SHADOW AND BONE CHARACTER I would take Nina’s brash attitude, Zoya’s strength, Alina’s determination, and Kaz’s genius any day. So regardless of whether you’re more a fan of the original Shadow and Bone trilogy or Six of Crows, this Shadow and Bone character quiz is sure to satisfy your Grishaverse cravings. The show, based on the Grishaverse books by

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10 BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS FOR WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING Where the Crawdads Sing Reading Guide Where the Crawdads Sing is author Delia Owens' debut novel (but not her first book).Since its release in August 2018, Where the Crawdads Sing has become a #1 New York Times bestseller.It was also a book club pick for Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine book club. 15 LITTLE FIRES EVERYWHERE BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS FOR YOUR … Themes in Little Fires Everywhere Before jumping into Little Fires Everywhere book club questions, let’s talk about some of the book’s themes. Note that this post may contain spoilers. At the center of this story are two families: the affluent Richardsons and their tenants, the Warrens, who rent the second floor of a duplex

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20 OF THE BEST BOOK CLUB BOOKS FOR 2020 A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende (January 21, 2020) Set in 1930s Spain, Roser and Victor flee to Chile to get away from Franco’s fascist regime. Their marriage is purely one of convenience, and their story is a multi-generational epic that follows the characters from Spain to France, Chile, Argentina, and eventually

the United States.

50 MUST-READ BEST BIOGRAPHIES At Her Majesty’s Request: An African Princess in Victorian England by Walter Dean Myers. “One terrifying night in 1848, a young African princess’s village is raided by warriors. The invaders kill her mother and father, the King and Queen, and take her captive. Two years later, a British naval captain rescues her and takes her to England WINNER, WINNER: ANNOUNCING THE 2021 PULITZER PRIZE WINNERS 1 day ago · How is already time for new Pulitzer Prize winners??? Time goes by so fast — it has been 13 months since the 2020 announcements. And as it was last year, the the Pulitzer Prize board once again decided to postpone the 2021 award winners’ announcement. WHERE TO SELL USED BOOKS: 6 OF THE BEST PLACES ONLINE (AND 2. Half Price Books On my last trip to Half Price Books, I had a banker's box full of hardcovers in great condition, and I made about $20, which was enough to cover the cost of some bookends and magazine boxes that I used to finish organizing my bookshelves.If you live near a HPB, this is a great solution for selling your books. You pack up your books, bring them in, and then wait at the BOOKS ENTERING THE PUBLIC DOMAIN IN 2021 The Secret of Chimneys by Agatha Christie. Another Christie mystery hits the public domain. This one is the first in her series featuring Scotland Yard’s Superintendent Battle. The plot is relatively standard—murder at a well-to-do estate—but it will be another four years before we see Superintendent Battle again in the public domain. 12 CODING BOOKS FOR KIDS WHO LOVE COMPUTERS Ruby is a small girl with a big imagination and a desire to solve any puzzle. Using computer like thinking, she breaks down big problems into smaller ones, makes step-by-step plans, and loves to find patterns through story. 25 MUST-READ 2021 PICTURE BOOKS FOR YOUR CHILD'S BOOKSHELVES Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho and Dung Ho. Eyes That Kiss in the Corners is a gorgeous and lyrical statement of self-love that celebrates Asian-shaped eyes and family heritage. “I have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea,” the child narrator says, just like her mama, amah, and little sister Mei-Mei. 50 OF THE BEST BOOKS FOR 6TH GRADERS TO READ 6. Invisible Emmie (Emmie & Friends) by Terri Libenson. “This is the story of two totally different girls—quiet, shy, artistic Emmie and popular, outgoing, athletic Katie—and how their lives unexpectedly intersect one day when an embarrassing note falls into the wrong

hands.”. 7.

25 OF THE ABSOLUTE BEST COZY MYSTERY SERIES My grandma is the one who got me into books when I was a young child (thank you Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew!), but she is also responsible for my later-acquired affection for some of the best cozy mystery

series.

25 MUST-READ BOOKS FOR 4TH GRADERS THEY'LL ABSOLUTELY LOVE Choosing books for 4th graders can be difficult. After all, they can be as different as any other group of readers! There are 4th graders who enjoy stories in The New Yorker, and there are 4th grade readers who struggle to read independently.This list of the best books for 4th graders aims for the 9- and 10-year-old's sweet spot. BOOK RIOT | BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS AND REVIEWSYOUNG ADULTMAINAUDIOBOOKSCHILDREN'SCOMICSMYSTERY/THRILLER Book Riot: The Podcast The Book Riot Podcast is a weekly news and talk show about what's new, cool, and worth talking about in the world of

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BOOK RIOT'S 2021 READ HARDER CHALLENGE The Read Harder Challenge is back, and 2021 will be its seventh year! We’re excited to embark on this annual reading journey once more, and hope you find your way to some wonderful reads through Book Riot’s challenge. Once again, Read Harder has 24 tasks designed to help you break out of your reading bubble and expand your worldview

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25 MUST-READ 2021 PICTURE BOOKS FOR YOUR CHILD'S BOOKSHELVES Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho and Dung Ho. Eyes That Kiss in the Corners is a gorgeous and lyrical statement of self-love that celebrates Asian-shaped eyes and family heritage. “I have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea,” the child narrator says, just like her mama, amah, and little sister Mei-Mei. BID IN BOOKS FOR PALESTINE AUCTION TO PROVIDE RELIEF FOR Books for Palestine (BFP) is an online auction to provide emergency relief and financial aid for children in Palestine, with funds supporting Middle East Children’s Alliance and Palestine Children’s Relief Fund. The team putting the BFP auction together is made up of writers, booksellers, illustrators, publishers, and readers; auction items 20 OF THE BEST FUNNY KIDS' BOOKS FOR HILARIOUS Flora and Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo and K. G. Campbell. Add Flora and Ulysses to your funny books for 5th graders list. This Newbery Medal winner is a funny friendship story. Comic book lover Flora is a precocious child captivated by tales of epic superheroes. When a squirrel has a bad run-in with a vacuum cleaner, Flora renames him

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NFTS FOR BOOKS: HOW THIS EMERGING TECH CAN REWARD AUTHORS NFTs for Books: How This Emerging Tech Can Reward Authors & Readers. Emily Wenstrom May 12, 2021. On March 11, an artist called Beeple sold his latest work for over $69 million through the renowned Christie’s auction house. If you follow the art world this isn’t anything to raise your eyebrows atexcept that unlike most art sold at these 15 OF THE BEST UPCOMING 2021 COZY MYSTERIES FOR THE FIRST The Windsor Knot (Queen Elizabeth II Mystery #1) by SJ Bennett (March 9, 2021) The year is 2016, and Queen Elizabeth is preparing to celebrate her 90th birthday. But when a party guest is found dead in a supposed suicide, the Queen knows it can’t just be an open-and-shut case. To restore safety to Windsor Castle, the Queen uses her wits and 10 CAPTIVATING BOOKS LIKE THE DA VINCI CODE There’s a reason that Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code is not only one of the bestselling books of the 21st century but a cornerstone of the historical thriller genre. He knows how to use both historical facts and myths to make a compelling mystery. It’s a great example of a page turner that makes readers feel like they’re in on a fascinating conspiracy. 10 BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS FOR WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING 10 Where the Crawdads Sing Book Club Questions. Before becoming a New York Times bestselling novelist, Delia Owens was a zoologist. She’s written three nonfiction books with her former husband Mark Owens about her experiences with animals. BOOK RIOT | BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS AND REVIEWSYOUNG ADULTMAINAUDIOBOOKSCHILDREN'SCOMICSMYSTERY/THRILLER Book Riot: The Podcast The Book Riot Podcast is a weekly news and talk show about what's new, cool, and worth talking about in the world of

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NFTS FOR BOOKS: HOW THIS EMERGING TECH CAN REWARD AUTHORS NFTs for Books: How This Emerging Tech Can Reward Authors & Readers. Emily Wenstrom May 12, 2021. On March 11, an artist called Beeple sold his latest work for over $69 million through the renowned Christie’s auction house. If you follow the art world this isn’t anything to raise your eyebrows atexcept that unlike most art sold at these 15 OF THE BEST UPCOMING 2021 COZY MYSTERIES FOR THE FIRST The Windsor Knot (Queen Elizabeth II Mystery #1) by SJ Bennett (March 9, 2021) The year is 2016, and Queen Elizabeth is preparing to celebrate her 90th birthday. But when a party guest is found dead in a supposed suicide, the Queen knows it can’t just be an open-and-shut case. To restore safety to Windsor Castle, the Queen uses her wits and 10 CAPTIVATING BOOKS LIKE THE DA VINCI CODE There’s a reason that Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code is not only one of the bestselling books of the 21st century but a cornerstone of the historical thriller genre. He knows how to use both historical facts and myths to make a compelling mystery. It’s a great example of a page turner that makes readers feel like they’re in on a fascinating conspiracy. 10 BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS FOR WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING 10 Where the Crawdads Sing Book Club Questions. Before becoming a New York Times bestselling novelist, Delia Owens was a zoologist. She’s written three nonfiction books with her former husband Mark Owens about her experiences with animals. DISCOVERING NEW AUTHORS: A GUIDE FOR GETTING OUT OF YOUR 4 hours ago · Taking a chance on a new author can be intimidating! Here's a guide full of resources that'll make discovering new authors

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25 BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE, FOR THE BETTER New Year’s resolutions are still in flux. Now is the time to start thinking about who you want to be in 2019 and beyond. Whether you’re looking to eat healthier, break a habit, see the world differently, or just want an amazing read, take a look at these books that will change

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15 UPLIFTING BOOK CLUB BOOKS TO MAKE YOU SMILE The Truth According to Us by Annie Barrows. Written by the co-writer of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, this is an uplifting novel about two young women in 1938 West Virginia. One is Layla, a privileged woman who has been cut off and told to get a job, so she arrives in a small town on a New Deal gig to write the town’s BOOK RIOT’S DEALS OF THE DAY FOR JUNE 10, 2021 Previous Daily Deals. The Unexpected Inheritance of Inspector Chopra by Vaseem Khan for $2.99. Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line by Deepa Anappara for $1.99. Verity by Colleen Hoover for $0.99. Caraval by Stephanie Garber for $2.99. The Yellow House by Sarah M. Broom for $1.99. The Flatshare by Beth O'Leary for $2.99. All This Could Be Yours by Jami Attenberg for $2.99 16 MYSTERY BOOK SERIES THAT KEEP THE TWISTS COMING The Best Cozy Mystery Series. 1. Miss Marple by Agatha Christie. The original Mistress of Mysteries is also the queen of the cozy mystery. Her Miss Marple series follows a woman in a small town with an uncanny knack for solving crimes. 2. Witchcraft Mysteries by Juliet Blackwell. Juliet Blackwell’s series sounds like the result of a thought THE MOST POPULAR IN-DEMAND BOOKS IN U.S. LIBRARIES Each quarter, Panorama Picks takes a deep dive into the data about ebook use at libraries across the U.S. It’s a fascinating look at not just the most popular ebooks in public libraries — they don’t stray too far from what you’d expect of the bestseller lists — but also at the books that are seeing uniquely high demand at libraries.. These are books which are seeing a lot of interest HOW TV SHOWS USE BOOKS AS PROPS: FROM SCHITT’S CREEK TO 4 hours ago · As you might expect, screenwriters often write books into a show’s screenplay in order to add nuance, ambience, and metaphors to the story.Other times, books aren’t written into the script, but the show’s prop master might feature them prominently in the set design.In fact, selecting props that aren’t in the script is an art form, as Marvel’s prop master, Russell Bobbitt, tells 6 ROCKSTAR ROMANCES TO VIBE WITH BEFORE YOUR NEXT CONCERT 4 hours ago · Rockstar romances are my jam. I am a sucker for a well-written performance scene. Band practice montages are undeniably hypnotizing. In my opinion, musicians live or die with successful song development, diligent practice, and energetic concerts. But, when it comes to rockstar romances, you either have a star on the rise or on

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13 OF THE ABSOLUTE STEAMIEST AND BEST EROTIC POEMS I want to eat the fleeting shade of your lashes, and I pace around hungry, sniffing the twilight, hunting for you, for your hot heart, like a puma in the barrens of Quitratue. 13. “Aubade” by Amy Lowell. As I would free the white almond from the green husk. So I NFTS FOR BOOKS: HOW THIS EMERGING TECH CAN REWARD AUTHORS NFTs for Books: How This Emerging Tech Can Reward Authors & Readers. Emily Wenstrom May 12, 2021. On March 11, an artist called Beeple sold his latest work for over $69 million through the renowned Christie’s auction house. If you follow the art world this isn’t anything to raise your eyebrows atexcept that unlike most art sold at these 25 MUST-READ 2021 PICTURE BOOKS FOR YOUR CHILD'S BOOKSHELVES Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho and Dung Ho. Eyes That Kiss in the Corners is a gorgeous and lyrical statement of self-love that celebrates Asian-shaped eyes and family heritage. “I have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea,” the child narrator says, just like her mama, amah, and little sister Mei-Mei. TAKE THIS BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS QUIZ TO FIND YOUR NEXT READ Quiz: Answer 5 Questions and We’ll Give You 5 Book Recommendations. I have a TBR that’s metaphorically as long as the Great Wall of China, but I still love taking quizzes about what I should read next. However, more than half the time when I get to the end of a quiz something frustrating happens—I’ve already read that book. With

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10 BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS FOR WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING 10 Where the Crawdads Sing Book Club Questions. Before becoming a New York Times bestselling novelist, Delia Owens was a zoologist. She’s written three nonfiction books with her former husband Mark Owens about her experiences with animals. QUIZ: FIND OUT YOUR SHADOW AND BONE CHARACTER I would take Nina’s brash attitude, Zoya’s strength, Alina’s determination, and Kaz’s genius any day. So regardless of whether you’re more a fan of the original Shadow and Bone trilogy or Six of Crows, this Shadow and Bone character quiz is sure to satisfy your Grishaverse cravings. The show, based on the Grishaverse books by

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THE DUTCH HOUSE BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS: YOUR MEETING GUIDE The Dutch House: A Reading Guide. HarperCollins published Ann Patchett’s eighth novel, The Dutch House, on September 24, 2019. The novel tells the story of Danny and Maeve Conroy over the course of five decades. The siblings are raised together in the Dutch House by their father and their stepmother Andrea. 15 LITTLE FIRES EVERYWHERE BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS FOR YOUR … Little Fires Everywhere is a story about mothers—their relationships with their children and the choices they make to balance motherhood with the rest of their lives. It’s also a story about the burden of secrets, the search for identity, and the complications that can come with living in a carefully planned suburban community. THE BEST ENGLISH LEARNING BOOKS FOR ESL READERS 1 day ago · A powerful graphic novel memoir about immigration, belonging, and how arts can save a life, Almost American Girl tells the story of Robin moving to the United States as a teen with her mother from Seoul, South Korea. The author was an English language learner herself and depicts some of the struggles of being immersed in a new culture surrounded by a language you don't understand. MEET THE WINNERS OF THE 56TH ANNUAL NEBULA AWARDS Gather round, space nerds! The winners of the 2020 Nebula Awards have been announced.The Nebulas annually recognize the best works of science fiction and fantasy published in the United States. They have been voted on and presented by full members of Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Inc. (SFWA) since 1966. 40 GREAT BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR ANY BOOK The best book club discussion questions are open-ended and unique. Here's 40 of the best questions and prompts, along with a printable

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THE MOST POPULAR IN-DEMAND BOOKS IN U.S. LIBRARIES 1 day ago · Each quarter, Panorama Picks takes a deep dive into the data about ebook use at libraries across the U.S. It’s a fascinating look at not just the most popular ebooks in public libraries — they don’t stray too far from what you’d expect of the bestseller lists — but also at the books that are seeing uniquely high demand at libraries.. These are books which are seeing a lot of interest FREE BOOK FOLDING PATTERNS TO DO WHILE SOCIAL DISTANCING Quarantine is the perfect time to craft and clear out your bookshelf—so why not do both with some free book folding patterns? There are lots of crafts you can do with old books, but book folding is one of the best places to start for beginners (not to mention, it doesn’t involve destroying books, which can be a hard pass for many Rioters).Book folding is a simple, relaxing activity that WHERE TO DONATE BOOKS YOU NO LONGER NEED (OR SELL IF YOU Where to Donate books. If you’re feeling generous, donating your used books can be a great way to find them a loving home. 1. Libraries. Libraries usually accept donations and sell those books in a Friends of the Library fundraiser. 8 OF THE BEST RECENT DIVERSE WESTERNS TO READ RIGHT NOW The first in a series, The Devil’s Revolver follows 17-year-old Hettie who, after a shooting competition ends in murder, sets off to rescue her kidnapped sister, accompanied by a crew of underdogs and carrying her father’s cursed revolver, which will take a year off her life each time she fires it. This book explicitly confronts the racism and colonialism of the west, and I can’t wait to BOOK RIOT’S MYSTERY DEALS FOR JUNE 7, 2021 The best mystery book deals of the day, curated by Book Riot. BOOK RIOT’S SFF DEALS OF THE DAY FOR JUNE 7, 2021 The best SFF book deals of the day, curated by Book Riot. 8 OF THE BEST BOOKS ABOUT GENDER FLUIDITY FOR YOUNG READERS 1 day ago · Jazz Jennings is a real-life transgender woman who is already famous enough that your children may already know of her. This book is based on her story as a transgender child and gives real insights into what it's like growing up transgender. BOOK RIOT | BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS AND REVIEWSYOUNG ADULTMAINAUDIOBOOKSCHILDREN'SCOMICSMYSTERY/THRILLER Book Riot: The Podcast The Book Riot Podcast is a weekly news and talk show about what's new, cool, and worth talking about in the world of

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THE DUTCH HOUSE BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS: YOUR MEETING GUIDE The Dutch House: A Reading Guide. HarperCollins published Ann Patchett’s eighth novel, The Dutch House, on September 24, 2019. The novel tells the story of Danny and Maeve Conroy over the course of five decades. The siblings are raised together in the Dutch House by their father and their stepmother Andrea. 15 LITTLE FIRES EVERYWHERE BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS FOR YOUR … Little Fires Everywhere is a story about mothers—their relationships with their children and the choices they make to balance motherhood with the rest of their lives. It’s also a story about the burden of secrets, the search for identity, and the complications that can come with living in a carefully planned suburban community. THE BEST ENGLISH LEARNING BOOKS FOR ESL READERS 23 hours ago · A powerful graphic novel memoir about immigration, belonging, and how arts can save a life, Almost American Girl tells the story of Robin moving to the United States as a teen with her mother from Seoul, South Korea. The author was an English language learner herself and depicts some of the struggles of being immersed in a new culture surrounded by a language you don't understand. MEET THE WINNERS OF THE 56TH ANNUAL NEBULA AWARDS 1 day ago · Gather round, space nerds! The winners of the 2020 Nebula Awards have been announced.The Nebulas annually recognize the best works of science fiction and fantasy published in the United States. They have been voted on and presented by full members of Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Inc. (SFWA) since

1966.

40 GREAT BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR ANY BOOK The best book club discussion questions are open-ended and unique. Here's 40 of the best questions and prompts, along with a printable

list.

THE MOST POPULAR IN-DEMAND BOOKS IN U.S. LIBRARIES 23 hours ago · Each quarter, Panorama Picks takes a deep dive into the data about ebook use at libraries across the U.S. It’s a fascinating look at not just the most popular ebooks in public libraries — they don’t stray too far from what you’d expect of the bestseller lists — but also at the books that are seeing uniquely high demand at libraries.. These are books which are seeing a

lot of interest

FREE BOOK FOLDING PATTERNS TO DO WHILE SOCIAL DISTANCING Quarantine is the perfect time to craft and clear out your bookshelf—so why not do both with some free book folding patterns? There are lots of crafts you can do with old books, but book folding is one of the best places to start for beginners (not to mention, it doesn’t involve destroying books, which can be a hard pass for many Rioters).Book folding is a simple, relaxing activity that WHERE TO DONATE BOOKS YOU NO LONGER NEED (OR SELL IF YOU Where to Donate books. If you’re feeling generous, donating your used books can be a great way to find them a loving home. 1. Libraries. Libraries usually accept donations and sell those books in a Friends of the Library fundraiser. 8 OF THE BEST RECENT DIVERSE WESTERNS TO READ RIGHT NOW 1 day ago · The first in a series, The Devil’s Revolver follows 17-year-old Hettie who, after a shooting competition ends in murder, sets off to rescue her kidnapped sister, accompanied by a crew of underdogs and carrying her father’s cursed revolver, which will take a year off her life each time she fires it. This book explicitly confronts the racism and colonialism of the west, and I can’t wait

to

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8 OF THE BEST BOOKS ABOUT GENDER FLUIDITY FOR YOUNG READERS 23 hours ago · Jazz Jennings is a real-life transgender woman who is already famous enough that your children may already know of her. This book is based on her story as a transgender child and gives real insights into what it's like growing up transgender. BOOK RIOT | BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS AND REVIEWSYOUNG ADULTMAINAUDIOBOOKSCHILDREN'SCOMICSMYSTERY/THRILLER Book Riot: The Podcast The Book Riot Podcast is a weekly news and talk show about what's new, cool, and worth talking about in the world of

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Book Riot: The Podcast. The Book Riot Podcast is a weekly news and talk show about what's new, cool, and worth talking about in the world of books and reading, brought to you by the editors of Book Riot. OUR BOOK REVIEW POLICY Books and Comics. We’re always interested in hearing about new books and comics, but even with a stable of writers we can’t get to everything. So if you’d like to tell us about something, shoot us an email at bookriot (at) bookriot (dot) com. Before sending something for consideration, take a look around the site to get a feel for who

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TAKE THIS BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS QUIZ TO FIND YOUR NEXT READ Quiz: Answer 5 Questions and We’ll Give You 5 Book Recommendations. I have a TBR that’s metaphorically as long as the Great Wall of China, but I still love taking quizzes about what I should read next. However, more than half the time when I get to the end of a quiz something frustrating happens—I’ve already read that book. With

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SFF YEAH! A FANTASY AND SCIENCE FICTION PODCAST: LISTEN NOW SFF Yeah! is a biweekly fantasy and science fiction podcast from Book Riot dedicated to the latest happenings and our favorite recommendations from SFF. NFTS FOR BOOKS: HOW THIS EMERGING TECH CAN REWARD AUTHORS NFTs for Books: How This Emerging Tech Can Reward Authors & Readers. Emily Wenstrom May 12, 2021. On March 11, an artist called Beeple sold his latest work for over $69 million through the renowned Christie’s auction house. If you follow the art world this isn’t anything to raise your eyebrows atexcept that unlike most art sold at these 7 OF THE SEXIEST BOOKS WE'VE EVER READ Michael suggests that he get behind her. And like, 1) Michael is so thoughtful in suggesting something that feels totally dirty but is also just completely safe and right for Stella, 2) Stella totally digs it and is pleasantly surprised that she can let go and enjoy, and 3) the fact that for Stella, this was an ideal sexual position, was 20 OF THE BEST SOCIAL JUSTICE BOOKS FOR YOUNG We Are the Ants by Shaun David Hutchinson. Sometimes the best social commentary comes from a great sci-fi novel. Teenager Henry Denton keeps being abducted by aliens. And now the aliens have given him an ultimatum: The world will end in 144 days, and if Henry wants to stop it, all he has to do is push a big red button. 10 BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS FOR WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING 10 Where the Crawdads Sing Book Club Questions. Before becoming a New York Times bestselling novelist, Delia Owens was a zoologist. She’s written three nonfiction books with her former husband Mark Owens about her experiences with animals. THE DUTCH HOUSE BOOK CLUB QUESTIONS: YOUR MEETING GUIDE The Dutch House: A Reading Guide. HarperCollins published Ann Patchett’s eighth novel, The Dutch House, on September 24, 2019. The novel tells the story of Danny and Maeve Conroy over the course of five decades. The siblings are raised together in the Dutch House by their father and their stepmother Andrea. BOOK RIOT | BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS AND REVIEWSYOUNG ADULTMAINAUDIOBOOKSCHILDREN'SCOMICSMYSTERY/THRILLER Book Riot: The Podcast The Book Riot Podcast is a weekly news and talk show about what's new, cool, and worth talking about in the world of

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BEST BOOK CLUB BOOKS: END OF 2019

THE

WATER DANCER

BY TA-NEHISI COATES

Coates’s debut novel mixes magical realism with historical fiction as it tells the story of Hiram Walker, who joins the underground railroad and then discovers he has a supernatural power called “conduction” that allows him to basically use water as a transporter. The narration seethes with atmosphere from the first page, as Coates tells a poignant fairy tale about shared memory and

history.

ALL THIS COULD BE YOURS

BY JAMI ATTENBERG

Victor Tuchman is not a good person. Power-hungry and toxic, his impending death brings his dysfunctional family together. I loved Attenberg’s _The Middlesteins_ and was awed by her ability to thoughtfully capture the dynamics of family anxiety; I’m hopeful that _All This Could Be Yours_ will be packed with brilliant characters and witty insights.

RED AT THE BONE

BY JACQUELINE WOODSON Woodson’s latest is a sharp, vivid novel about family and class differences, specifically how those are affected by a teenage pregnancy. It moves between the stories of 16-year-old Melody and the family that surrounds her, including parents Iris and Aubrey as well as grandparents Sabe and Sammy Po’Boy. Woodson’s gorgeous storytelling will pull readers in immediately.

THE WAGERS

BY SEAN MICHAELS

Theo Potiris is a struggling stand-up comic, stuck in a career rut and living his life according to the occasional horse bet. Set in a very well-rendered Montreal, the at-times dizzying prose jumps from ordinary literary fiction to strange, magical twists that readers are unlikely to see coming. Book Deals Newsletter Sign up for our Book Deals newsletter and get up to 80% off books you actually want to read. Thank you for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. By signing up you agree to our terms of use FLEISHMAN IS IN TROUBLE BY TAFFY BRODESSER-AKNER I’ve already posted that this was my favourite book of 2019 , but I also believe it will be amazing to discuss in a book club. There is a lot to content to break down in here: explorations of gender roles and marriage; a critique of societal expectations on women; characters who veer from unlikable to likable to unlikable again; realistic portrayals of anxiety and depression; online dating culture and more and more and more. ON EARTH WE’RE BRIEFLY GORGEOUS

BY

OCEAN VUONG

Vuong, a queer Vietnamese American poet, has written a heartbreaking observation on the complexities of families. Composed as a letter addressed to his single mother, it is a lyrical, taut portrait of generational trauma, abuse, and how we move through the world.

JANUARY

A LONG PETAL OF THE

SEA

BY ISABEL ALLENDE (JANUARY 21, 2020) Set in 1930s Spain, Roser and Victor flee to Chile to get away from Franco’s fascist regime. Their marriage is purely one of convenience, and their story is a multi-generational epic that follows the characters from Spain to France, Chile, Argentina, and eventually the United States. In addition to being well-researched historical fiction, it also parallels current issues.

THE CIRCUS

BY JONAS KARLSSON (JANUARY 28, 2020) You had me at: “It all started with the usual discussion: is it possible to be friends with someone who listens to _Fix You_ by Coldplay?” I can really appreciate a book that fully embraces the weirdness of its characters, and Karlsson is a master of that sort of tomfoolery. The nameless narrator visits the circus with his childhood friend Magnus, who then disappears properly while volunteering for the magician’s vanishing act. Overall, this novella has a brisk, obvious absurdity that doesn’t so much flow as crash chapter to chapter.

FEBRUARY

HOUSE

OF TRELAWNEY

BY

HANNAH ROTHSCHILD (FEBRUARY 6, 2020) One of many books on this list about dysfunctional families—c’mon, we all tend toward preferred themes. This satire focuses on a family of ridiculous English aristocrats and their once-impressive-but-now-decaying stately home.

WEATHER

BY

JENNY OFFILL (FEBRUARY 11, 2020) Set in post-Trump America, this is about the anxiety of an uncertain future in a divided world. The narrative follows librarian Lizzie Benson as she weaves through comedy and misery in relatable ways. If you like a slightly nonlinear dark comedy set in the modern world, then this novel will definitely make for engaging discussions about climate change, personal responsibility and anxiety.

OONA OUT OF ORDER

BY MARGARITA MONTIMORE (FEBRUARY 25, 2020) Looking for a lighthearted read? Maybe something that will remind you all to live your best life? This is a charming, quirky story about aging and self-discovery, following a woman’s experiences across various decades and cultural trends. About to turn 19 on New Year’s Eve, Oona Lockhart suddenly and unexpectedly develops the ability to time-hop. It then occurs every New Year’s Eve, ripping her out of events in a sort of _Groundhog Day_ loop affect.

MARCH

THESE GHOSTS ARE FAMILY BY MAISY CARD (MARCH 3, 2020) Card’s debut novel is about Stanford Solomon, who faked his own death 30 years ago before stealing his friend’s identity. After a lifetime of lying and hiding, Solomon moves into a care home and guess who turns out to be the nurse assigned to him? His daughter, Irene. (Cue scandalized screaming.) In summary, I’m ready for this story

ASAP.

THEN THE FISH SWALLOWED HIM BY AMIR AHMADI ARIAN (MARCH 24, 2020) Yunus Turabi is a bus driver, living an ordinary life in Iran until a violent bus strike moves him to action. Yanus is detained by police and brought to a jail for political insurgents, then faces off against investigator Hajj Saeed. Admadi Arian is a prolific writer in both Persian and English, but there is a lot of buzz about this, his first novel written in English.

THE GLASS HOTEL

BY

EMILY ST. JOHN MANDEL (MARCH 24, 2020) In the _very _anticipated follow up to Mandel’s _Station Eleven_, the story jumps from 1999 to the present day and follows Vincent, Paul, and Jonathan as they cope with moments of greed, guilt, ambition, and love. For the most part, the writing rambles along, slowly unveiling a constant, impending sense of dread.

THE

MOUNTAINS SING

BY

QUE MAI PHAN NGUYEN (MARCH 17, 2020) A fictional account of the real experiences from Vietnamese people who lived through the Vietnam War. Told from the alternating perspective of a teenage girl, Ha Noi, and her grandmother Tran Dieu Lan. Flowing across multiple generations of the Tran family, it offers a glimpse of coping with war and the continuing aftereffects.

APRIL

THE SUBTWEET

BY VIVEK SHRAYA (APRIL 7, 2020) Described as a story about “falling in friendship”, it tells the story of how a single petty Tweet can create a rift between two musicians. When Neela’s song is covered by rising internet artist Rukmini, the women bond intensely. Unfortunately, as only one of them succeeds, the other grows frustrated and lashes out.

KIM

JIYOUNG, BORN 1982

BY

CHO NAM-JOO (APRIL 14, 2020) Originally published in Korea back in 2016, this novel is famous for inspiring an essential feminist movement. Kim Jiyoung is raising her young daughter in Seoul when she develops an eerie tick and begins impersonating the voices of other women. Can her strange ailment be

cured?

BEST BOOK CLUB BOOKS: NONFICTION

OVER

THE TOP

BY JONATHAN VAN NESS I suspect you will want to read this because Van Ness has stolen everyone’s hearts and minds, and therefore we are helpless against any and all charms thrown our way. This memoir digs into the experiences that helped Van Ness become a self-love guru.

DEAR GIRLS

BY ALI WONG

Written as letters to her very young daughters, these pages offer up hilarious, honest life advice. And, if you enjoy Wong’s deliciously blunt stand-up, you will love these raunchy, witty stories about growing up, discrimination, parenting, and sex. THE WITCHES ARE COMING

BY LINDY WEST

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