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Haunting Reads from Your Favorite Authors Ever wonder what books inspire your favorite authors? At New York Comic Con 2024, top fantasy, YA, and thriller writers shared their must-reads and the stories that continue to shape their work. Louise Penny’s Latest Battles Eco-Terrorism in a Race Against Time What dark…

Upcoming "The Hunger Games" Prequel Cover Revealed Dive back into the world of Panem with Haymitch Abernathy's gripping origin story with Suzanne Collins’ Sunrise on the Reaping, hitting shelves in March 2025! A film adaptation is set for November 2026, but while we wait, here’s the cover reveal. Hit the…

From Fanfiction to Fame From massive fandoms to unique twists, here are the fascinating stories how the authors of Fifty Shades of Grey, The Idea of You and more became household names. What Happens When Tragedy Shatters Perfection? A devastating loss unearths hidden fractures in friendships and loyalty. Can faith…

Must-Read Books for Every “Twilight” Character This Season As Netflix prepares to animate Midnight Sun, it’s the ideal moment to explore a curated selection of books that each Twilight character would find irresistible — or has likely devoured already! Rediscover the Magic with these 9 Reads Still holding onto Harry…

Paula Hawkins’ Latest Thriller Brims with Shocking Twists and Unpredictable Turns The bestselling author of The Girl on the Train, a multi-million-copy sensation translated into fifty languages and brought to life on screen with Emily Blunt, is back with her latest must-read thriller, The Blue Hour. The suspense will leave…

The Terrifying Reality of Book Bans In BookTrib’s exclusive interview with a Texas elementary school librarian, we learn about some real-life concerns, perspectives and emotions that go beyond the pages. “That Book Is Banned? You’re Kidding!’ – And Other Surprises on the List As we scoured lists of thousands of…

The Trailblazing Women Who Changed the World Aimie K. Runyan's curated list of novels uncovers the hidden stories of women whose pivotal roles in iconic innovations have long been overshadowed. Richard Osman's Lates Brings Hilarious Twists and Unforgettable Fun International bestselling author, producer, and television presenter Richard Osman is back…

Scott Westerfeld’s “Uglies” and “Leviathan” Get Netflix Treatment Whether you’re interested in a dystopia fixated on beauty, or a steampunk-style alternate history of World War I, strap in for a double feature you don’t want to miss from bestselling young adult author, Scott Westerfeld! Some Familiar Faces in Elizabeth Strout’s…

Heading Back to School and Examining Twists and Turns in the Campus Novel Join us for this fascinating look at the evolution of novels that feature a campus-based setting, with a sprinkling of some of your favorites that you are sure to recognize — or discover. First Love Gets a…

6 Memoirs About the Unconventional Faces of Motherhood Motherhood takes many unconventional forms, and thankfully, more mothers are sharing their unique journeys to remind others they’re not alone. This collection of memoirs celebrates diverse experiences—from teen moms and stepmoms to those navigating infertility and surrogacy — offering support and inspiration…

Real-Life Scandal, Gossip and Rumors: The Fodder for Fiction There's something undeniably captivating about scandal, whether it’s the relief that “it’s not me,” the judgment that “they had it coming,” or the simple curiosity about someone else’s missteps. Here are some delicious book recommendations from Hank Phillipi Ryan to satisfy…

Colleen Hoover’s mega-bestselling novel, It Ends With Us, is making its way to the silver screen on August 9th, and we’ve got an exclusive sneak peek from Colleen’s longtime friend, author Abbi Glines. Check out her interview on BookTrib as she dives into the heart of this book-to-film adaptation, and…

What To Read For Lit Girl Summer Based On What Album You Have On Repeat ELLE magazine may have recently coined the term “Lit Girl Summer” to highlight all the celebrities and “It” girls who love to read. So let’s take it a step further: BookTrib has curated three summer…

Happy August, readers! It’s summertime, and the reading is easy. Because it’s too darn hot, we’re kicking back with an icy beverage, a red-hot book and enough shade to make RuPaul jealous. And what’s on our e-readers? Vacation-worthy first chapters from LitPicks that will entice you to fill up your…

"Shōgun" Leads the Emmy Nominations FX's adaptation of James Clavell’s historical drama, Shōgun, is making history this year as it dominated the 2024 Emmy announcements with 25 nominations. The nominations include best drama, best dramatic actor/actress, supporting actor and guest actor, as well as a slew of technical categories including costume…

NYT Names 100 Best Books of the 21st Century The New York Times Book Review sent a survey to hundreds of literary luminaries asking them to name the best 10 books published since January 2000. They heard from Stephen King, Bonnie Garmus, Claudia Rankine, James Patterson, Sarah Jessica Parker, Karl…