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The Secret Weapons of Victorian Women

Women had very little power in Victorian England. They couldn’t vote, they seldom had a voice, and they were even restricted in the books they were allowed to read. And yet, there were intrepid women who found quiet ways to resist. A bloom pressed into a bouquet, a powder stirred…
Madeline Martin
August 26, 2025
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BookTok Made Me Buy It… But Did I Even Read It?

BookTok has become one of the most powerful forces in publishing. Viral videos showcasing popular titles have pushed backlist books onto bestseller lists and turned debut authors into overnight successes. Yet behind the glossy shelfies and color-coordinated stacks, one question persists. Are people buying these books to read them, or…
Monique Snyman
August 20, 2025
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Authors Night Shines Bright in East Hampton

As the founder of BookTrib (and a book publicist with three decades of experience in the literary world), I’ve attended my fair share of fantastic book events. But there’s something undeniably special about the star-studded East Hampton Authors Night...   Christie Brinkley, whose new memoir Uptown Girl tells the story of…
BookTrib
August 14, 2025
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Reading Out of Your Comfort Zone

It’s okay to feel uncomfortable — growth begins when you embrace the unfamiliar. Some of the most cherished memories in life come from stepping outside our comfort zones, and reading is no different. While it’s normal to stick with what we know and appreciate, stretching ourselves as readers can lead…
BookTrib
August 8, 2025