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Amazon Editors Reveal Best Books of 2026 So Far
Tayari Jones' novel 'Kin' claimed the #1 spot on Amazon's Best Books of 2026 So Far list, instantly signaling a major literary event.
Vermont Names Tillie Walden Its Youngest Cartoonist Laureate
To reconstruct the lives of a 19th-century lesbian couple, graphic novelist Tillie Walden meticulously sifted through over 900 letters and Sylvia Drake's personal journals.
AI's Impact on Literary Narratives Explored
Lauren Oyler, a notable literary figure, recently revealed she met her AI boyfriend, according to Literary Hub .
Alexander Starritt's 'Drayton and Mackenzie' Offers a Sharp Debut
In Alexander Starritt's new novel, 'Drayton and Mackenzie,' former McKinsey consultants James Drayton and Roland Mackenzie find themselves in a global economic downturn.
Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor's new book 'Something We Said' is a daughter's reckoning.
At just 12, Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor watched her father, Richard Pryor, publicly challenge Barbara Walters' use of the n-word—a word he himself used on stage, yet had forbidden his daughter to ever le
Madeline Cash Builds Serious Business Empire, Securing Major Funding
Just months after her 'Cash Casual' merchandise line topped $5 million in sales, internet personality Madeline Cash launched 'Cash Enterprises' with $50 million in seed funding, aiming to disrupt Sili
Anticipating New Book Releases in 2026
Despite a constant stream of 'new releases,' some of the most anticipated books, like Brandon Sanderson's Songs of the Dead , won't hit shelves until June 2026.
As If by Isabel Waidner book review features doppelgängers
In Isabel Waidner's 'As If,' Aubrey Lewis, a former actor whose wife died of cancer, encounters Lindsey Korine, a stranger whose life eerily mirrors his own.
Rialto and Fatal Glitch Camp Zero book review
Erin Entrada Kelly and Eliot Schrefer's 'Fatal Glitch: Camp Zero,' despite its horror satire label, unflinchingly tackles themes of migration, racial discrimination, sex work, and the fantasies of the
Publishers' 'Anticipated' Summer Books Are Years Away
As 'most anticipated summer book' lists flood our feeds, a curious truth emerges: many highlighted titles, like Andrew Sean Greer's 'Villa Coco' and Grace Alexander's 'The Lowe Job,' won't actually hi
Maris Kreizman's 2026 Book Lists: Clicks Over Rigor
Maris Kreizman, a prominent literary critic, openly admits her popular 'best books' lists for 2026 are not intellectually rigorous, yet highly effective for generating clicks, according to Literary Hu
Stephan Talty's 'American School of Spies' Explores WWII Spies
Archaeologists, typically associated with uncovering ancient ruins, actively sabotaged enemy infrastructure during World War II.
Deborah Lutz reveals new Emily Brontë biography, 'This Dark Night'
The preface of Deborah Lutz's new biography, 'This Dark Night', makes a chilling promise: to reveal the famously enigmatic Emily Brontë.
Exploring AI's impact on literature and publishing
A new AI-powered novel, 'The Algorithmic Muse,' has topped the New York Times bestseller list for two weeks, sparking a fierce debate about the future of human creativity.
Laverne Cox's memoir 'Transcendent' explores childhood trauma and identity
Laverne Cox, now a celebrated actress and advocate, was once left at an orphanage by her mother.
Brooke Barbier's 'Cocked and Boozy' explores Revolutionary drinking
Benjamin Franklin, a pivotal founding father, reportedly had over two hundred distinct terms for drunkenness.
New Book 'Trash!' by Simon Paré-Poupart Becomes Canadian Bestseller
Simon Paré-Poupart, a garbageman who has personally handled tens of thousands of tons of trash over two decades, has penned 'Trash!
Gordon S. Wood, Renowned Historian, Dies at 92
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Gordon S.
James Ellroy's 'Red Sheet' Delves into L.A.'s Seamy Underbelly
For his 18th novel, 'Red Sheet,' James Ellroy sends handwritten pages to a retired FBI couple for typing.
Tony Awards: Schmigadoon! and Lost Boys Win Four Awards Each
Despite tying for the most nominations with 12 nods, 'The Lost Boys' and 'Schmigadoon!
Book Riot Launches 2026 Sweepstakes for Reader Loyalty
Instead of discounted books, Book Riot is offering a chance to win a physical library cart, a surprising move to entice newsletter sign-ups.
Find Authentic Handmade Gifts: The Bliss Marketplace Difference for Thoughtful Shoppers
Bliss Marketplace offers a unique retail experience in Sacramento, providing thoughtful shoppers with authentic handmade gifts and vintage finds. It champions purposeful shopping by connecting consumers directly with local artisans and supporting small businesses.
Pulitzer-Winning Child Psychiatrist Robert Coles Dies at 97
Robert Coles, the Harvard psychiatrist who won a Pulitzer for chronicling the lives of children facing segregation and poverty, died at 97 in 2026.
Summer Thrillers: New Trends and 'Cape Fear' Premiere
A feature film based on internet creepypasta, 'Backrooms', has already grossed over $100 million at the box office this year from a $10 million budget, according to Esquire .