Our Most Anticipated Books May 2024

Miranda July’s latest is a reminder of everything we love about her, starting with the questions she asks about how we live and what we value. Everyone’s going to be talking about this book.

Like The Dutch House by Ann Patchett, this is a satisfying multi-generational family saga that pushes us to think about history (personal and public) in new ways.

We were so, so pleased when we heard that Colm Tóibín was writing a sequel to his beloved novel, Brooklyn. Family secrets and complicated choices drive this exhilarating story that we won’t forget.

Escapist and relatable, poignant and funny, this genre-bending novel is firing on all storytelling cylinders, and is a terrific pleasure to read.

Turten’s newest whodunit set on the foggy Greek isles is an entertaining, escapist read, just like The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle.

Suits meets Ninth House in this devilishly fun novel where high rise buildings mask the occult, from the author of A Dowry of Blood.

If you haven’t discovered the Shades of Magic series — what are you waiting for? Transport yourself to a fabulous new world via a perfect balance of plot and narrative voice.

The Woman King meets Vikings in the start of a new epic historical fiction series (with a touch of fantasy) from a talented duo.

A story of fathers and daughters, first and hundredth chances, and the lengths we’d go to for the people we love, from the acclaimed author of B&N Discover pick, City on Fire.

It’s Stephen King, and it’s short fiction, which should be all you need to know. This collection of mostly never-before-published material is more content from one of the greatest storytellers ever.

A screamingly funny novel about secrets and lies (and weddings) from the author of Crazy Rich Asians.

If you’re looking for a read that’s as hilarious as it is heartfelt, grab the newest from a man who knows how to commit to the bit. Laugh-out-loud funny and (somewhat) concerning, A.J. Jacobs takes us deep into the constitution.

Best read with snacks, the new essay collection from the author of the 2020 B&N Book of the Year winner (World of Wonders) is a delicious treat.

Millions of people watched the Challenger disaster unfold and this is the first detailed account of exactly what happened that day. Tense and fast-paced, this is journalism at its best.

This book will make you think twice before talking to your ficus — a fun read for indoor (and outdoor) plant people.

Bestselling author Sebastian Junger relates his own harrowing journey to answer his questions about death and dying in this deeply personal memoir.

We’re totally stoked for this punk rock memoir from the one and only Kathleen Hanna.

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