Poured Over: Reginald Dwayne Betts on Doggerel
Doggerel by Reginald Dwayne Betts is a profound new collection on the intricacies of humanity and life, with man’s best…
Isabelle McConville
Isabelle McConville loves the hunt for a good book. Whether literary fiction or sweeping romance, epic fantasy (with dragons or without) or page-turning nonfiction, she has a bookseller’s instinct for pairing readers with their next favorite books.
Poured Over: Kaliane Bradley on The Ministry of Time
The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley is escapist and relatable, poignant and funny. This genre-bending novel is firing on…
On Character and Community: A Q&A with Dolen Perkins-Valdez
Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez introduces readers to an incredible figure in history and a town shrouded in secrets in…
The Kernel of My Story: A Guest Post by Emilia Hart
Our former Monthly Pick author is back with another genre-bending tale. Explore the magic and terrors of the deep in…
The International Booker Prize Shortlist 2025
Since its establishment in 2004 under another name — Man Booker International Prize — the International Booker Prize awards the…
Poured Over: Katie Kitamura on Audition
Audition by Katie Kitamura follows one woman’s daring exploration of identity, life and love. Katie joins us to talk about…
Poured Over: Ferris Jabr on Becoming Earth
After you read Becoming Earth by Ferris Jabr, be prepared to reconsider everything you think, know or believe to be…
Tariffs, Trade Wars and Economic Uncertainty: Guides to Understanding the Economy
If you’ve found yourself Googling ‘what are tariffs?’ ‘how do tariffs work?’ ‘books on economics’ and the like, you’ve come…
Poured Over: Maggie Smith on Dear Writer
With personal anecdotes, writing exercises and a deep-dive into the pillars of creativity, Dear Writer by Maggie Smith is a…
The 2025 Women’s Prize for Fiction Shortlist
The 2025 Women’s Prize for Fiction shortlist is finally here — and it’s a doozy! With previous winners like Ann…
Poured Over: Jennifer Haigh on Rabbit Moon
Rabbit Moon by Jennifer Haigh is a story of sisterhood, secrets and complicated family mythologies. Jennifer joined us to talk…
Our Monthly Picks April 2025
We know you’re keeping an eye out for tricks today — but don’t be fooled, our brand-new Monthly Picks are…
Poured Over: Nicole Cuffy on O Sinners!
O Sinners! by Nicole Cuffy is a story about identity, grief, belonging, cults and coming-of-age centered on a young journalist…
Poured Over: Dennis E. Staples on Passing Through a Prairie Country
Passing Through a Prairie Country by Dennis E. Staples is a chilling tale of fear and folklore set in a…
Poured Over: Brian Goldstone on There Is No Place For Us
As timely as any book can possibly be, There Is No Place for Us is a sweeping and comprehensive journalistic…
On Music and Melancholy: A Q&A with Japanese Breakfast’s Michelle Zauner
You may know Michelle Zauner from her two time Grammy-nominated band, Japanese Breakfast, or from her bestselling memoir, Crying in…
The Best Kids’ Books of April 2025
With spring break fast approaching, we know those kiddos need brand-new books on their shelves. We’ve got you covered. In…
The Best YA Books of April 2025
Spring break planning has three important pillars: picking your destination, gathering the best friend group, and being sure to bring…
The Best Books of April 2025
The best part about April showers is curling up with great books while they pour. This month, we’ve got more…
The Best Paperbacks of April 2025
In between impromptu park picnics and basking in the springtime sunshine, stop in at your local Barnes & Noble to…