Hello, book lovers! Yes, you read that headline correctly. Thanks to a new partnership, Reese Witherspoon’s book club has finally incorporated the pièce de résistance of book club culture: wine! Come to think of it, their holiday box, The Editor’s Collection, would make a great gift for book lovers 21 and over. And if you’re looking for gift ideas for younger readers or non-drinkers, we’ve got a few of those as well. So, without further ado, enjoy this mix of stories from the book world.
The Only Thing Missing From Reese’s Book Club Was Wine … Now, partnering with Simi Winery, the two brands are “offering readers and drinkers more ways to engage with these stories and each other.” — Variety
Ibram X. Kendi and Lauren Groff’s 2021 Releases Among Carnegie Medal Finalists: Nominated in the nonfiction and fiction categories, respectively, Kendi’s Four Hundred Souls, co-authored with Keisha N. Blain, and Groff’s Matrix join four other finalists awaiting ALA’s winning announcement on January 23. — The Washington Post
Ken Follett’s Never Shines With the Horrific Brilliance of a Nuclear Bomb: At 72, Follett may have just penned his most important work with this cautionary tale about our world on the brink of war. — BookTrib
Hungry Streaming Services Order off the Celebrity Book Club Menu: As the streaming industry grows, the search for fresh content has turned to the world of books. Do authors now hold the power in Hollywood? — Marie Claire
Where Are You Moving, Book Lover? Check out 2022’s best (and worst) cities for readers! — Lawn Love
9 Books to #ReadWithJenna: Whether you love sweeping historical sagas, tense thrillers or biting satire, avid reader Jenna Bush Hager has that next great novel suggestion. — BookTrib
After You’ve Binged That Show, Try This Book! We’ve all left a streaming binge wanting more. So, shut that laptop and crack open one of these reads to satisfy your cravings. — Off the Shelf
Hank Phillippi Ryan Divulges the Dangers of Life in the Spotlight: An investigative journalist’s own secrets become more difficult to hide as they inch closer to the spotlight’s glare in Her Perfect Life. — BookTrib
8 Steamy Romances to Heat Up Your Fall: Whether you like your love story with a side of historical escapism or hunky cowboys, these new releases are the perfect companion to keep you warm on the cold days ahead. — EW
Gift Ideas (That Aren’t Books) for the Book Lover in Your Life: From bookish apparel and dishware to quirky decor, these literary-inspired gifts will delight any avid reader. (But for the record, so will a book!) — CNN
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