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Examining the American Dream in “Passport to Freedom”

Dear Readers, For most of us, renewing our passports is just a task on our to-do list. We don’t give it much thought other than to be annoyed by its inconvenience and only feel a sense of panic and urgency when an international trip approaches. But for Dr. Nizam Missaghi,…

Meryl L. MossSeptember 25, 2026

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Do Your Future Self a Favor. Pre-Order These Two Reads.

Dear Readers, As a publishing professional, not to mention an avid reader, I’m used to listings for books that aren’t yet for sale. But every so often, an upcoming title makes me particularly impatient for its release day. With that sense of anticipation, I’m sharing two upcoming reads you need…

Meryl L. MossSeptember 18, 2026

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Find New Reads That Match Your Taste in TV

Dear readers, No surprise that I love films or streaming shows about writers and the writing life and these past few weeks I binged My Brilliant Career on Netflix. Set in beautiful rural Australia in the year 1900, this miniseries tells the story of a powerful young woman who dreams…

Meryl L. MossSeptember 11, 2026

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More Than a Business Memoir: Persevering to Achieve Success in Life & the Workplace

Dear readers, Reckoning by Jim Minarik is the true story of a man who spent half his life running from the pivotal moment of his childhood. He managed to strive forward in his professional life, but it took self-examination and a spiritual journey to find true inner peace. What stuck…

Meryl L. MossSeptember 4, 2026

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More Fall Book Releases Coming Soon…

Dear Voracious Readers, Last week, we shared some of the most exciting new books coming this fall, and thanks to the enthusiastic response from all of you, we’re back with another round of must-read releases! Without further ado, check out these upcoming titles that deserve a top spot on your…

Meryl L. MossAugust 27, 2026

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The BookTrib Brief: Anticipated Fall Reads Vol 1

Dear Reader, Fall is one of my favorite seasons; it might be my absolute fave. Sweater weather, boots, leather jackets. Everything is full of potential again and, yes, another chance. This fall’s lineup of new releases is going to keep me busy until the holidays, I think. There’s been lots…

Meryl L. MossAugust 22, 2026

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Bio Hacking Isn’t It. Unlongevity Is. Escape Excessive Wellness Trends for Long-Lasting Change

You’re taking your supplements. You’re making protein a priority. You’re even waking up at 5 AM to work up a sweat before breakfast. Yet somehow, you’re still not feeling great. As crazy as it sounds, the answer is un-optimizing your health — and the guide to doing so came out…

Meryl L. MossAugust 13, 2026

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The BookTrib Brief: The Summer’s Hottest Authors Event Is Heating Up!

You know it’s the pinnacle of summer in East Hampton when Authors Night finally hits. Every August, the East Hampton Library sets up its iconic white tent for its annual Author’s Night Benefit. Known as the premier literary event of the summer, this hotly anticipated event has grown over the…

BookTribAugust 7, 2026

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These Audiobooks Are a Must-Listen for August

Dear Book Lovers, As we speak, I am listening to Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. It’s one of the most acclaimed audiobooks of recent years, and much of its success comes from Charlie Thurston's performance, whose narration captures the wit, grit and emotional depth of the story’s Appalachian protagonist. The novel…

Meryl L. MossJuly 31, 2026

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The BookTrib Brief: Our Love For Reading Never Takes a Vacation

Hello from Croatia! Wherever I travel, I always try to find an independent bookstore to see what bookish magic is happening there — and readers, Croatia delivered. We landed in Dubrovnik, dropped our bags, and dove straight into the heat for a 15-minute sun-soaked walk through the Old Walled City…

Meryl L. MossJuly 24, 2026

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The BookTrib Brief: Murder and Mystique Meet in This Propulsive New Thriller

Fascinated by the mystery of tarot? Loved the intrigue of the film Conclave? If you were captivated by Conclave with its hidden agendas, centuries-old traditions and the political intrigue behind the closed doors of the Vatican, you'll find that same atmosphere of secrecy and escalating suspense in Otho Eskin's newest Marko Zorn thriller, Day of…

Meryl L. MossJuly 17, 2026

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Reading Isn’t Dead. Stop Writing Its Obituary.

This week’s Atlantic Magazine cover story suggested we mourn reading like a death in the family. The argument is compelling and the anecdotes and history are interesting, but the industry-level numbers tell us a much less bleak story than a "postliterate collapse" into the dark ages. Let’s start with the…

Meryl L. MossJuly 10, 2026

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Four for the Fourth: A Reinvigorating Reading Itinerary

Happy Reading! Meryl Moss, Publisher, BookTrib GIVEAWAY: The Dual-Timeline Tale of Princess Di's Dressmaker GIVEAWAY: Dive Into This Enemies-to-Lovers, Second-Chance Romance With a Magical Realism Twist BOOK CLUBS: Claim Your FREE Access Codes to This Month's Full-Cast Audio Drama Stay in the Loop! Be among the first to receive our…

Meryl L. MossJuly 3, 2026

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Book News: Chilling Reads for Hot Days, Recs for Pride Month, Bookcations and More!

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BookTribJune 27, 2026

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This Hidden Gem Is More Than Just a Stalker Story

Dear Readers, What first caught my attention about the thriller Dawn Before Darkness wasn't the stalking plot. It was the guardianship plot. Let me explain. Psychological thrillers are full of dangerous exes, but far fewer ask a more unsettling question: what happens when someone uses the legal system itself as…

Meryl L. MossJune 13, 2026

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Sun, Sand and Secrets: The Perfect Beach Read

Dear Readers, I’m heading to the beach this weekend, and I already know what’s going in my beach bag: Palm Beach Confidential, Susannah Marren’s latest Palm Beach novel. At first glance, it has everything I want in a beach read: glamorous settings, characters in conflict, a secret romance and a…

Meryl L. MossJune 5, 2026

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