#book-recommendations
#book-recommendations

What You Should Be Reading This Winter According to Indie Booksellers - Electric Literature

You Dreamed of Empires by Álvaro Enrigue receives high praise for its originality and storytelling.

Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino is quirky, funny, and relatable to those who feel different. [ more ]

Scientific American

55 Books Scientific American Recommends in 2023

The Scientific American staff recommends a variety of books in fiction, nonfiction, history, and sci-fi genres.

Some notable books mentioned include 'A City on Mars,' which explores the idea of space settlements and their potential risks, and 'Eight Bears,' which takes readers on a global exploration of bears' stories. [ more ]

New York Post

The 38 best books to gift for Christmas 2023

There is a perfect book for everyone on your holiday gift list.

There are a variety of genres and themes to choose from, including fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, and children's books.

Some recommended books for the holiday season include 'FICTION' by Colson Whitehead, 'The Exchange' by John Grisham, and 'Dear Child' by Romy Hausmann. [ more ]

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Here's how to set your reading goals and read more books in 2024

Setting realistic reading goals is crucial for success.

Considering diverse reading genres can be more impactful than numeric goals. [ more ]

Bustle

6 Books To Read This Month, From Cli-Fi Fiction To NYC Misadventures

A wealth of exciting reads in March's new books.

Old and new books evoking the feelings of rebirth, vitality, and whimsy. [ more ]

The Atlantic

The Books That Helped Me Adjust to a Big City

Reading can help people understand the history and spirit of a new city.

There are several recommended books that capture the experience of living in urban areas like New York, Tokyo, and London. [ more ]

The Atlantic

What to Read If You're in the Mood for a Tearjerker

Getting a rise out of readers is easy, but representing life on the page authentically takes more skill.

Art can evoke strong emotions in a multitude of ways, and the effect is more powerful when the writer earns it. [ more ]

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Where to start with: Wilkie Collins

Wilkie Collins is being celebrated on the 200th anniversary of his birth for his contributions to the mystery genre.

His most famous works, including The Moonstone and The Woman in White, have earned him international recognition.

British crime novelist Elly Griffiths recommends The Moonstone as a starting point for those new to Wilkie Collins's work. [ more ]

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Here are the Books We Love: 380+ great 2023 reads recommended by NPR

NPR's Books We Love returns with 380+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics.

Find 11 years of recommendations all in one place that's more than 3,600 great reads.

Open the app now! [ more ]

Substack

The dangers of being a reader

Creating a new platform for a broader range of content

Struggles with managing a large number of books to read [ more ]

Boston.com

Tell us: Do you read for fun?

Silent book clubs offer a way for people to spend time alone, together.

These clubs are growing in popularity and can help reluctant readers get back into the habit of reading. [ more ]

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The Atlantic

4 weeks ago

Six Cult Classics You Have to Read

Books earn 'cult classic' title by blending passionate following with relative obscurity, sparked by word of mouth.

Cult classic books are often subversive, strange, and experimental, resonating with a specific subset that may be unseen by the mainstream. [ more ]

The Paris Review

The Paris Review's Favorite Books of 2023 - The Paris Review

Book recommendations from a reader's experience on the subway

Mix of fascinating and frustrating books [ more ]

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The best books to give as presents this Christmas

James McBride's novel The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store explores the intersection of the Black and Jewish communities.

Alice McDermott's novel Absolution is a moral masterpiece and one of the finest modern novels the author has read.

Mary Beard recommends Zadie Smith's historical novel The Fraud and a book about 16th-century female artist Lavinia Fontana.

Clive Myrie praises Paul Murray's The Bee Sting and Rory Stewart's Politics on the Edge as insightful and engaging reads. [ more ]

The New Yorker

1 year ago

The Best Books of 2023

The New Yorker has chosen a dozen essential reads in nonfiction and a dozen in fiction and poetry for 2023.

The collection 'Grand Tour' by Gonzalez combines reflections on art and history with observations of everyday life. [ more ]

Irish Independent

4 weeks ago

Podcast

Ryan Tubridy reveals new podcast: 'This has been a passion project of mine'

The Bookshelf with Ryan Tubridy focuses on guests discussing their favorite childhood book, a book that made them cry, and the one that changed their life.

Tubridy's podcast has been a long-time passion project, now coming to fruition with the promise of intriguing conversations about life through books. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

France news

7 Sizzling Romance Novels You HAVE To Read This Spring

Reading 60+ romance novels in 2024

Recommendation of seven favorite romance novels for spring [ more ]

San Francisco Bay Times

SF LGBT

Lit Snax 3.21.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Diverse representation in LGBTQ literature

Exploration of LGBTQ themes in different time periods [ more ]

Substack

who watches daytime TV?

Writers aspire for book club recognition tied to TV shows like TODAY and Good Morning America.

Despite the appeal, statistics show that most readers, especially younger generations, seek book recommendations from online platforms like BookTok and BookTube instead of traditional celebrity book clubs. [ more ]

PublishersWeekly.com

Comic Shop Retailers Share Their Favorite Handsells

Comic shop staff love the form and have a wide range of book recommendations.

Personal picks from retailers promote diverse titles and engage customers of all types. [ more ]

Nytimes

A Move to England Led Armistead Maupin Back to 'Tales of the City'

Harper Lee's 'To Kill a Mockingbird' is a must-read for human decency.

Author revisiting characters from the 'Tales of the City' series in new books. [ more ]

HuffPost

Black TikTokers Say These 6 Books Are Incredibly Worthy Of Your Attention

TikTok influences reading culture and book popularity.

Black-authored books deserve attention in the literary world. [ more ]

Writingaboutreading

"Where do you hear about books?"

Diverse sources for book recommendations are essential for discovering new reads beyond mainstream suggestions.

Reflecting on personal reading habits and considering a variety of sources can lead to a more diverse range of book choices. [ more ]

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Updating the California Reading List

Diverse book recommendations for California Reading List.

Readers' positive feedback on recent additions to the list. [ more ]

Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

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David Nihill in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

David Nihill combines reading recommendations with comedy on his latest tour.

Nihill's book Do You Talk Funny? focuses on improving public speaking with comedy habits. [ more ]

TechRepublic

Information security

10 Must-Read Books on Cybersecurity | TechRepublic

Cybersecurity is crucial for curtailing cyberattacks and improving privacy practices.

Books recommended by Franklin Okeke offer insights on cybersecurity and protection. [ more ]

Forbes

Career

5 Leadership Books To Learn Skills To Manage Change In 2024

Change management is a crucial skill for leaders in 2024.

Five leadership books provide guidance on change management and leading through disruption. [ more ]

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Looking for love? You'll find it in 2024 in these 10 romance novels

Romance novels are a delicious treat that can be enjoyed all year round.

The article provides a list of 10 excellent romance novels for readers to enjoy in 2024. [ more ]

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Pregame the Super Bowl with our favorite football fiction

NPR's annual book guide recommends books to get ready for the Super Bowl.

The list includes books about football, romance, and social issues. [ more ]

Scary Mommy

The Most Anticipated Books By Black Authors Coming In 2024

The article highlights the lack of diversity in book publishing and encourages readers to consciously seek out books by Black authors, especially Black women, trans, and non-binary authors.

The article provides a list of recommended books by Black women authors, including 'The American Queen' by Vanessa Miller, 'Dead in Long Beach, California' by Venita Blackburn, and 'Come & Get It' by Kiley Reid. [ more ]

Bustle

The Elin Hilderbrand Book You Need To Read For Valentine's, Plus 6 More Recs

Local independent bookstores provide a unique glimpse into the vibe and interests of a particular area.

Used bookstores offer a thrilling experience of discovering hidden gems and unexpected titles. [ more ]

the Guardian

Meet the 10 best new novelists for 2024

Observer New Review's pick of the best debut novels from UK and Irish authors for 2024

Previous picks have gone on to win awards and gain recognition [ more ]

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6 New Paperbacks to Read This Week

Janet Malcolm's final book, a memoir organized by images, has been recommended as a must-read paperback.

Kai Thomas's novel explores Black and Indigenous histories of the Americas and the power of storytelling.

Patricia Engel's collection of stories dives into the experiences of Latin Americans across borders.

Steven W. Thrasher's book examines the intersection of inequality and disease, particularly in the context of Covid-19.

Michael Bennett's thriller follows a Maori detective investigating a series of murders in New Zealand. [ more ]

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19 new books to get you through winter

Year-end holidays are the most popular season to give books.

Publishers are releasing promising titles for winter and spring reading. [ more ]

The Verge

The Verge's favorite books from 2023

Staff of The Verge share their favorite reads from the last year, ranging from science fiction novels to autobiographies.

The recommended books include a story about a woman and her son learning to trust their own inner strength, and a haunting and grotesque tale set in a near-future Toronto. [ more ]

Queerty

Gay men reveal the queer romance novels with the best explicit scenes

Reddit users provide book recommendations for gay romance novels with NSFW content.

The recommendations include authors like N.R. Walker, Alexis Hall, and TJ Klune. [ more ]

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Design

NPR staffers share their fiction picks from Books We Love

Four NPR staffers recommend fiction books from the Books We Love list.

The recommended books are 'Land of Milk and Honey,' 'Western Lane,' 'The Making of Another Motion Picture Masterpiece,' and 'The Covenant of Water.' [ more ]

Independent.ie

Perfect book gifts for every type of reader in your life

Book lovers can find the ideal Christmas gift in the guide to 2023's most notable books.

Irish writers have had a standout year, including Paul Lynch's Booker Prize win for Prophet Song. [ more ]

The Paris Review