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Books That Feature “Twists of Fate”

Think about it: Some of the most unforgettable books hinge on a missed opportunity, a chance meeting, or even a random conversation. Such moments end up being the catalyst for life-altering journeys. What’s cool is that these stories can be found in almost all genres – romance, historical fiction, mystery,…
Suzy England
August 3, 2026
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Creepy Beach Reads for July

July’s newest releases lean into the strange, the sinister and the wildly entertaining. Whether it’s haunted homes, supernatural road trips, snowbound slashers or stories where fiction turns deadly, this month’s spookiest releases prove that the most unforgettable summer vacations are the ones you might not survive.
Lindy Ryan
July 24, 2026
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What to Read Next: July 2026 Selections

It’s July and no matter where you live, it is definitely hot out. If you’re tired of poolside or beach reading, take a break indoors to cool off with some great books publishing this month. We’re sure you’ll find something here to love, whether you’re in the mood to read…
Stephanie Elliot
July 22, 2026
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6 Chilling Books for the Hottest Month

You’d think it would be simple for a horror aficionado to make a list of six chilling books for the hottest month, but keeping it to only six is a real struggle. I gave myself two rules. First, nothing instantly obvious, the sort of thing that everyone would include, which…
Christopher Golden
July 21, 2026
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Story Collections That Take Horror Somewhere Stranger

Weird fiction is difficult to pin down, which may be the point. It borrows freely from horror, fantasy, science fiction and the supernatural, but it rarely follows the rules of any one genre. The monster may be impossible to explain. The world may operate according to a logic the characters…
BookTrib
July 17, 2026
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Essential Reads for America250

America’s 250th celebrates the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, but this national milestone represents much more than that. In writing our new novel, A Founding Mother, we were always aware that the Founders set about to create “a more perfect union.” They knew that the nation would be an…
Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie
July 2, 2026
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Secrets, Shadows and Strange Terrors: June Horror Releases

June’s darkest releases are steeped in secrets — buried beneath pristine neighborhoods, hidden inside crumbling estates, whispered through old folklore, and lurking at the edge of apocalypse. From gothic fairy tales and supernatural thrillers to uncanny tech nightmares and twisted retellings, this month’s lineup proves that the things we refuse…
Lindy Ryan
June 24, 2026
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6 Works of Crime Fiction That Reinvent Justice

What if the justice system didn't stop at prison? What if it prevented crimes before they happened, asked offenders to experience the pain they'd caused, or sought healing instead of punishment? These six works of crime fiction take familiar questions about crime and accountability in strikingly different directions. Some embrace…
BookTrib
June 29, 2026
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The Last Frontier: Books Set in Alaska

In 1954, the New York Times ran an article called "Couple Finds Life in Alaska Varied." In it they wrote, “As in the country of which it is a territory, ‘living in Alaska is what you make it,’ according to one young couple here.” That sentiment is still true today and…
Lisa Roe
July 1, 2026