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Cardinal (The Storyteller’s Death) deftly blurs the boundaries between literary and relationship fiction, crafting a novel full of magical realism that unfolds with leisurely grace as it traces a plot that is deeply engaging. Swift yet reflective, intimate yet universal, this is a novel of deep rewards.
The longlist for the Financial Times and Schroders Business Book of the Year is announced. Poets & Writers releases its seventh annual selection of the best new memoirs and essay collections. “Tantie Merle and the Farmhand 4200” by R.S.A. Garcia wins the Theodore Sturgeon Memorial Award for best short science fiction story. Acclaimed Cree novelist Darrel J. McLeod, author of A Season in Chezgh’un, has died at age 67, and Steve Silberman, author of Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity, has died at age 66. Plus, interviews with Ketanji Brown Jackson, Gillian Anderson, and Cynthia Zarin.
The Cundill History Prize and the McIlvanney Prize for Scottish crime fiction shortlists and the Baillie Gifford Prize for Nonfiction and the Giller Prize for Canadian fiction longlists are released. Danielle Treweek’s The Meaning of Singleness wins Australian Christian Book of the Year. W. Paul Coates, founder of Black Classic Press, wins National Book Foundation’s Literarian Award. An appeals court upholds the ruling that Internet Archive’s National Emergency Library program is in violation of copyright law. Little Free Library partners with ALA and PEN America on a book ban map.
The moon has turned into cheese in John Scalzi's latest, while Amal El-Mohtar offers a highly anticipated solo novella about two sisters living on the edge of Faerie.
LJ Best Book author TJ Alexander sets their newest in Regency England, Lexi LaFleur Brown debuts with a hockey romance, and Lucy Score launches a new series.
The setting, characters, and structure of the novel are compelling, and, as the title suggests, there are secrets and lies aplenty. For fans of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid and The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins.
Reese Witherspoon selects The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl as her 100th book club pick. Read with Jenna’s September pick is Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors. Winners of the Anthony Awards are announced, including All the Sinners Bleed by S.A. Cosbyand A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan. Sisters in Crime’s Davitt Awards winners are announced, and the Washington State Book Award finalists are announced. LitHub reports on NaNoWriMo’s AI controversy. Nightbitch, based on the book by Rachel Yoder, gets a trailer. Plus, LibraryReads and LJ offer read-alikes for Matt Haig’s buzzy book The Life Impossible.
The Life Impossible by Matt Haig is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.
Fantasy fans and steampunk enthusiasts will enjoy Glover’s astounding, creatively envisioned Prohibition-era United States, where magical and historical events intertwine in a thrilling plot full of adventurous characters.
Penny’s follow-up to A World of Curiosities plays on readers’ fears as she launches a new story arc that is completed in this installment but presents a cliffhanger. It’s a frightening novel of duality, of good versus evil, with an allegorical tale for today’s world, as only Penny can write.
Cookbook authors are sharing a closer look at their pantries, their heritage, and their kitchens, detailing their methods and offering mesmerizing stories that foster laughter and empathy.
Paola Velez is an award-winning chef, entrepreneur, fierce community activist, and author. Her debut cookbook, Bodega Bakes, will be published in October. Growing up between the Bronx and the Dominican Republic, Velez is known for combining the flavors of her childhood and heritage and reinterpreting them through her experience as a professional chef specializing in the pastry arts.
This monthlong observance marks the achievements, histories, and cultures of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, including those from Indigenous and Afro-Latino communities. The following books celebrate the diverse contributions and experiences of Latine people and include literary fiction, short stories, memoirs, and poetry.
Laura Dave is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including The Last Thing He Told Me and Eight Hundred Grapes. Her novels have been translated into thirty-eight languages, and six of them, including The Night We Lost Him, have been optioned for film and television.
Indie presses have more latitude to take on titles about a vast array of boundary-pushing subjects or narrow their focus to a single niche genre. The publishers we spoke with this month exemplify the diversity in the indie ecosystem.
The Life Impossible by Matt Haig leads holds this week. Also getting buzz are titles by J.D. Robb, Vince Flynn & Don Bentley, Rachel Kushner, Lee Child, and Kate Atkinson. The Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature shortlist is announced. Audiofile announces the September Earphones Award winners. Seven LibraryReads and eleven Indie Next picks publish this week. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson discusses her new memoir, Lovely One. Plus, fall book previews arrive.
As evidenced by the popularity of New York Times–bestselling books such as Angie Thomas’s The Hate U Give, street lit continues to be a reflection of readers’ realities, making this readers’ advisory guide a must-purchase for library professionals.
A serious book for serious sailors. But rookie sailors and fans of the sport might enjoy learning the fine points of sail racing and getting a sense of how intense and thrilling it can be.
This charming little book is more like a tray of aperitifs than a full meal, but it will appeal to readers with an interest in words and a sense of humor.
The inclusion of real-life examples, reflective prompts, and an appendix that includes further reading recommendations and partnering ideas makes this book a true hands-on resource for library leaders seeking to create resilient, proactive teams capable of navigating the complexities of intellectual freedom challenges.
This concise guide will help readers who suffer from RLS, as well as their partners, family, and friends. Spector takes RLS seriously and shows why he believes that it is treatable.
Narrators Wyeth Watts and Marnye Young capture the angsty and romantic tone of this lyrical contemporary romance, a knockout from author Clayborn (Georgie, All Along). Recommend for listeners who enjoy emotionally turbulent and deeply romantic stories like Emily Henry’s Beach Read.
Fans of fast-paced family dramas driven by secrets, lies, and hope will find much to love here. Suggest to fans of Jenny Jackson’s Pineapple Street or Jonathan Vatner’s Carnegie Hill.
A vivid and comprehensive discussion about women’s fight for freedom against the ruling class’s control of style and fashion. Recommended for listeners interested in fashion’s evolution and the impact glamor has on culture.★
This apocalyptic near-future parable subtly alludes to the consequences of climate change, yet at its core lies the poignant relationship between mother and daughter, expertly captured by Brentan’s pitch-perfect narration. A unique and captivating blend of fantasy, adventure, and human connection, highly recommended for all collections.
Will appeal to listeners seeking an intense, intricate fiction about influencers, imitators, and the crafting of identity. Recommended for fans of Sally Rooney, Hazel Hayes, and Jana Casale.
Ruby Hunt returns to narrate the second installment in De la Rosa’s “Luna Sisters” series (following Ana María and the Fox), using her seasoned talent to portray the many voices of the large cast of characters, capturing especially Captain Dawson’s warm British accent and Isabel’s Spanish-inflected English. Libraries should plan on stocking the complete series for historical romance readers.
This engaging audiobook expresses Tankian’s love for his Armenian heritage and his family and his commitment to living life to the fullest. Highly recommended for any memoir or music collection.
A riveting genre-blending audio, enhanced with excellent storytelling and plenty of surprises. Listeners won’t want to put this down. Share with those seeking a unique, closed-circle mystery with a twist.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a funny, fresh, fake-dating rom-com about video games and vacation romance. Recommended for fans of Christina Lauren, Dylan Newton, and Lynn Painter.
A book that begs to be listened to rather than read. Haddish’s exceptional performance will bring immense pleasure to established fans and win over new ones as well. An essential purchase for all memoir collections. The Grammy nomination for The Last Black Unicorn is a testament to her talent.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a thorough, thought-provoking guide to the economics of environmentalism. Recommended for fans of climate-conscious activists such as Jeremy Rifkin and Naomi Klein.
A rollicking novel that doesn’t take itself too seriously, recommended for anyone needing to get lost in a good world, explore their inner demons, and enjoy some serious bloodshed. A needed addition to lighten the mood of any audio fantasy section.
This first installment in Cathrall’s “Sunken Archive” series will leave listeners anxiously awaiting the second book. Share with those who enjoyed Heather Fawcett’s Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries.
This fresh, tongue-in-cheek mystery abounds with snark, heart-pounding thrills, vibrant characters, and the sweetness of found family. Listeners will eagerly await the next installment in this outstanding series.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a fast-paced story of social media malevolence and manipulation. Recommended for fans of nonfiction that reads like fiction, such as David Winkler’s The Arrangement.
This gripping racially charged murder mystery delves deeply into the harsh realities and societal attitudes of the South in the ’60s. Baldacci’s fans will be clamoring for it and can rest assured that they’re in for a satisfying ride.
From final girls to slashers, Jones’s ode to the genre and exploration of what it means to be an outsider is a fast-paced, horror-filled book that listeners won’t be able to put down.
This audiobook transports listeners to a world where learning about war means recognizing its costs. Fans of stories featuring machines becoming more will gladly follow Mal and friends on their journey.
Chatsworth’s sequel to The Brass Queen is a rollicking, impeccably described adventure, with alien subplots bringing elements of hard science fiction to the steampunk genre. Series fans and those new to it will be enthralled.
Moments of hilarity, heartache, and second chances make Van Booy’s (The Presence of Absence) heartwarming latest a perfect recommendation for fans of Fredrik Backman’s A Man Called Ove.
A well-researched reminder that the line between Hollywood glamour and ego is a fine one. A winner for listeners nostalgic for campy, late-night B-movie screenings and anxious for juicy, behind-the-scenes details.
Barry’s husky narration, in the manner of an Irish Batman, is fresh and well suited for this exceptional story of forbidden love set against a brutal Montana landscape. Fans of Cormac McCarthy will particularly relish it.
A satisfyingly sweet, feel-good story with enough depth to appeal to a broad range of listeners. Highly recommended for fans of Kai Harris’s What the Fireflies Knew and Charmaine Wilkerson’s Black Cake.
Soep’s lack of experience as a narrator is outweighed by her voice’s emotional resolve. This poignant memoir will resonate with anyone familiar with grief and loss.
A somewhat overlong drama exploring the intersections of function and dysfunction, as seen through the lenses of illness and family. Recommended broadly for those who enjoy intense dramas and plays centered on family dynamics.
Narrators Patti Murin and Jon Root deftly entertain while voicing the large cast of characters that make this an entertaining adventure. Lauren’s (The True Love Experiment) many fans won’t want to miss it.
A powerful blend of psychological horror and social commentary, this will have listeners catching their breath in fear. Fans of Ana Reyes’s The House in the Pines or Jennifer Cody Epstein’s The Madwomen of Paris won’t want to miss Panatier’s (The Phlebotomist) hair-raising latest.
A tension-filled coming-of-age story offering a glimpse into the cutthroat world of ballet. An excellent counterpoint to Rachel Kapelke-Dale’s The Ballerinas.
Tomlinson serves up lots of canine knowledge and science amid abundant emotional, humorous, and pop culture tidbits. This is truly the audiobook for dog lovers everywhere.
Listeners will be captivated by Warnick’s whimsical look at wildlife and full-bodied description of hot summer days in a novel that touches on moments of true insight and beauty.
King’s latest collection of short stories offers hours of entertainment for his legions of readers. Though devoted fans will delight at references to his other works, new listeners will also find much to love. Highly recommended.
A funny and engaging work that should appeal to fans of comedy memoirs and conversational podcasts, but those seeking true self-help on the art of small talk may want to look elsewhere.
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking celebrity scandal from the old Hollywood heyday. The blend of behind-the-scenes and biography is recommended for fans of detective Mike Rothmiller’s deep-cut collaborations with Douglas Thompson.
A must-listen for country music fans, described here to the tune of Black history. Randall’s account is destined to be a landmark contribution to understanding Black influences on country music and American culture as a whole.
Morgan’s evocative retelling of his Alaskan adventures should appeal to fans of the Iditarod and those interested in learning more about the unique traits of the dogs who race in it. Pair with Kristin Knight Pace’s This Much Country or Debbie Clarke Moderow’s Fast into the Night.
Although the audiobook clocks in at over 37 hours, in the end, listeners will be reluctant to leave this beautiful landscape. Those who enjoyed The History of Edgar Sawtelle will be enraptured, and newcomers to Wroblewski’s writing will immediately be requesting it.