Byways of History: A Guest Post by David Gibbins
Expansive and rich, this is a deep dive (literally) into the fascinating archaeological discoveries in the open sea. These stories…
Barnes & Noble Reads
Trust the Process: A Guest Post by T. Kingfisher
Gothic horror at its finest, this time Kingfisher invites us on a haunted rescue mission cloaked in the eerie decay…
Unlikely Agents: A Guest Post by Elyse Graham
Using letters, personal stories and declassified files, Elyse Graham highlights the brave efforts of the real-life academics-turned-spies who bravely challenged…
An Heirloom: A Guest Post by Michael W. Twitty
From pastries to stews to gravy and more, this remarkable cookbook captures the diverse flavors and recipes from across the…
A True Rap Iconoclast: A Guest Post by S.H. Fernando Jr.
Go behind the scenes and discover the life of an icon in this gripping biography, detailing MF DOOM’s rise to…
Move Fast: A Guest Post by Jonathan Freedland
The true story behind a catastrophic betrayal. Jonathan Freedland details the real story of the brave rebels who defied Hitler…
What It Means to Be a Person: A Guest Post by Catherine Newman
Peeling off the layers of family dynamics, Newman’s witty and moving story of love and loss casts a humorous light…
Toys & Games We Know They’ll Love
From colorful builds to a little friendly competition, these are the toys and games that captured our hearts (and our…
Sleuthing: A Guest Post by Janice Hallett
The author of our former Monthly Pick, The Appeal, returns with a thrilling murder mystery centered on one deadly trivia…
Hazelthorn: A Guest Post by CG Drews
A haunted estate, a perilous garden — this is a bone-chilling Gothic thriller that will grip you until the very…
Onward, Cool Girls: A Guest Post by Laura Brown and Kristina O’Neill
In late May 2023 (a month after Kristina was fired from her editor-in-chief role at WSJ. Magazine, and over a…
2025 Book of the Year Finalists
Drumroll, please… Last week we shared our lists of the best books of the year, and today we are pleased…
The Best Books of November & December 2025
As the year comes to a close, it’s normal to want to look back and celebrate all of the best…
The Mind Has a Penchant for Negativity: A Guest Post by Lybi Ma
If you’ve ever found your mind wandering into negative thoughts and worst-case scenarios, this is the book for you. Read…
The Best Paperbacks of November & December 2025
Paperbacks are the best picks for any on-the-go reader, and this time of year can consist of a lot of…
The Best Kids’ Books of November & December 2025
Kids’ books offer readers both young and old the opportunity to explore new worlds and learn important lessons with the…
We are Legion (We are Shocked): A Guest Post by Dennis E. Taylor
Meet Bob. He used to be a person, but after an untimely death, his consciousness is uploaded to a machine…
The Stakes Are Even Higher: A Guest Post by Axie Oh
In the follow-up to Axie Oh’s Floating World, Rex and her friends were able to stop a war from brewing,…
25 of the Best and Scariest Horror Books Ever
Whether you’re looking for classics or new favorites, pick up any of these books for sensationally scary horror stories.
Life As a Puzzle Editor: A Guest Post by Joel Fagliano
Puzzlers, gamers, Wordle-heads and crossword fiends — meet your new obsession. This invigorating compendium of mental glee and stimulation from…