6 Books on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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6 Books on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. These terms each have their own meaning and, when taken together, encompass a vision for a world in which differences are strengths to be recognized and celebrated. Here, we take a look at some of the areas of our culture where these values are changing the landscape…

BookTribFebruary 8, 2021

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6 True Stories of Life-Changing Medical Events

Health issues are on everyone’s mind these days. As we slowly transition, at long last, away from our recent culture of utmost caution and consideration as far as our health is concerned and into one of jubilation as we’re seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, it’s crucial…

Judy MorenoMay 27, 2021

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6 Cookbooks to Carry You Through Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year

Foodies rejoice because this is your holiday! Yes, Thanksgiving is all about, literally, giving thanks. But it’s also, indubitably, about the food. Smithsonian Magazine reported that some of our now-classics were at that first feast, including pumpkins, turkey and cranberries, but alas, there were no potatoes whether mashed, smashed or…

Judy MorenoNovember 18, 2021

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BookTrib Editors Predict 2021 Goodreads Choice Awards Winners

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Goodreads Choice Awards season! It’s far better, in our book, than Oscar season and maybe even on par with the holiday season … maybe. Luckily, the two coincide, so no need to choose. But we do, in the tradition carried over from…

BookTribDecember 2, 2021

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These Are a Few of My Favorite Things: Book Gifts Galore!

There’s nothing more rewarding than finding the perfect gift — to make a friend or relative happy, that’s the ultimate reward. But, and we all have to admit it, there are people who are difficult to buy gifts for. Happily, luckily, a book is always a perfect gift. The key…

Hank Phillippi RyanDecember 9, 2021

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Triumphant Titles: 7 Novels that Amplify Black Stories

To kick off Black History Month, we’re taking a look at some of the most inspiring and evocative stories that tell of the struggles and victories that come with being Black in America. These novels span centuries, offering an expansive view of Black history from a variety of perspectives. Allow…

Gabby TorrentiFebruary 2, 2021

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Humble Beginnings: 6 Stories of People Rising Above Circumstance

There are many paths to success, and some are more straightforward than others. To quote the great Bard of Avon, “Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.” Let’s focus on the latter two paths, shall we? Despite the circumstance of one’s birth, it’s…

BookTribJuly 20, 2021

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New and Indie Books in Honor of September Eleventh

It’s the 20th Anniversary of 9/11. I asked three coworkers for their memories of the day to gather and learn from the experiences of those too close for comfort. Their replies indeed discomforted me — something I had steeled myself for and invited in — in a very important and…

Judy MorenoSeptember 11, 2021

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Celebrate an Unconventional Thanksgiving with Mrs. Rabbit and Friends

Thanksgiving is right around the corner! For many families, it’s a wonderful time of food, festivities and reunions with loved ones. But in today’s hectic world of deadlines and obligations, our loved ones’ busy schedules don’t always align with our own. It’s that very situation that Carole P. Roman depicts in her…

Cameron KimballNovember 8, 2022

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AuthorBuzz: Civil War Throws Blacksmith’s Romance and Life Off Course

AuthorBuzzNovember 14, 2022

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Game of Thrones Franchise Expansion, Award News and Prince Harry’s Memoir!

It’s a good weekend for book news, don’t you think? This week, dearest readers, The Pulse has some exciting news, including industry news, books-to-screen scoops and some fabulous award news! That’s just the tip of the metaphorical iceberg, though, so get cozy and enjoy this week’s issue of The Pulse. 😉 STANDOUT READS BOOKTRIB’S…

BookTribNovember 5, 2022

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Excerpt: NORTH OF BOSTON by Elisabeth Elo

The brisk plot smoothly incorporates such far-flung subjects as environmental issues, the fishing industry and the perfume business.” —Publishers Weekly, Starred review Elo’s use of extreme natural settings will have strong appeal for Scandinavian crime fans. An impressive debut with surprising literary depth.” —Booklist, Starred review —∞— NORTH OF BOSTON © Elisabeth…

BookTrib Guest AuthorJanuary 29, 2014

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Donnie Brasco’s Back in “Capitol White,” a New Audiobook

Remember Donnie Brasco? For many, the name instantly brings to mind the Mafia and daring undercover work, thanks in part to the 1997 film of the same name starring Al Pacino and Johnny Depp. Perhaps less well known are the book behind the movie, Donnie Brasco: My Undercover Life in…

James R. HannibalOctober 17, 2019

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“His Hideous Heart” Updates Edgar Allan Poe for Gen Z

Edgar Allan Poe’s body of work, updated and contextualized for a YA audience, isn’t as much of a stretch as you might think. YA fiction, much like the adolescence it depicts, is messy and gruesome and oftentimes a downright horror show. His Hideous Heart (Macmillan Audio) offers thirteen macabre tales…

Jeff DaughertySeptember 10, 2019

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Heavy is “The Weight of Smoke,” a Historical Drama Now on Audiobook

In grade school, most of us learned the story of English explorer Captain John Smith and his relationship with Algonquian princess Pocahontas. But what about the details surrounding the English explorations in the New World and the establishment of the Jamestown Colony in the early 17th century? In this new…

K.L. RomoSeptember 6, 2019

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Santiago’s Dead Come Alive in “The Remainder”

Death, grief and a quest for independence all come together in the Man Booker-shortlisted novel The Remainder (Coffee House Press). Set in Santiago, Chile, The Remainder is Alia Trabucco Zeran’s debut novel and translated by Sophie Hughes. The story revolves around the lives of three children with politically-driven families and…

BookTribAugust 27, 2019