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Women Ally With the Law to Get Justice in 5 Thrillers | BookTrib.
The past shapes who we become. So when something dark happens to us, in our town, or in our family, we carry it into our futures. For the protagonists of these five novels, a history of injustice compels them to dedicate their lives to righting wrongs. Whether a loved one went missing, a crime remains
Celebrate Wild, Wicked and Unapologetic Women This Women’s History Month | BookTrib.
Women’s History Month is a time to celebrate the resilience, complexity, and power of women, but let’s not forget the ones who refuse to play nice. Literature has long been fascinated with the so-called unhinged woman: the ones who are messy, obsessive, rage-filled, or downright dangerous. These characters challenge societal expectations, reject politeness, and embrace their darkest
An In-Depth Look at Race, Culture and Their Effect on Society | BookTrib.
Cultural Psychosis. You might not have heard the term before, but you’re sure to have seen its effects. The term is used to describe a unique set of psychological and behavioral responses — such as feelings of hopelessness and alienation, anxiety, depression, anger, and maladaptive behaviors — within a marginalized group to systemic discrimination. In
Explore Revolutionary Classics, Thrilling New Releases and the Hottest Books of March! | BookTrib.
Enter for a chance to win The Little Bird and The Nickel Boys, two powerful novels that uncover difficult realities and complex characters, along with a tote to carry them in style. This giveaway brings you stories that challenge the way we think about history, identity, and society.
Author Draws From Jewish Heritage to Craft Urban Fantasy Novel | BookTrib.
“This book is a response to the self-image of Jews as scholarly sages — not fantasy warriors or heroes — and an invitation to broaden our understanding of what it means to be a Jew.” So says J.S. Gold, author of the uniquely illuminating novel The Sanhedrin Chronicles, a modern fantasy where ancient Hebrew mysticism
Thrilling Chronicle of U.S. Attorney’s Career Battling Murderers, Drug Lords & More | BookTrib.
If you like John Grisham-like thrillers and legal TV shows and movies, you’re going to love Justice Never Rests: A U.S, Attorney’s Battle Against Murders, Drug Lords, Mob Kingpins & Cults. It’s full of the same kind of crime stories except for one big difference. Everything in this book is true. Longtime federal prosecutor William
“Casablanca” Meets the Spy World in WWII Story of Love and Espionage | BookTrib.
The Librarians of Lisbon is accurately described on the cover as “A WWII story of love and espionage,” and novelist Suzanne Nelson certainly delivers, as promised, a fine work of historical fiction for adult readers. This former children’s book editor and award-winning author has previously written dozens of middle grade and young adult novels including
6 Counterculture Classics That Will Challenge Your Views on Freedom and Rebellion | BookTrib.
In a time when societal pressures often encourage conformity, these works speak to the need for individuality, freedom, and self-exploration. For anyone looking to break free from the ordinary, these counterculture classics offer more than just stories — they provide the fuel for revolutionizing thought and expression.
Authors Make Bold Choices With Their Book Titles | BookTrib.
The title of a book is the hand we offer the reader, their first introduction to the message, the story, and the spirit of the work. It’s that first introduction that can persuade someone to buy the novel and potentially lead to a lasting literary relationship. For authors from marginalized communities, the book title can
The Votes Are In! The 10 Best Audiobooks of March | BookTrib.
Each month, AudioFile Magazine reviewers and editors handpick the best new audiobooks for BookTrib readers. As spring slowly approaches, take one of these great audiobooks out into the sun with you — or stay curled up inside with one, either way works!
New Voices for Old Stories: 6 Audiobook Retellings | BookTrib.
The new year is a perfect time to reconsider absolutely everything. Let’s start by turning the established literary canon upside down. The six books that I’m discussing this month give fresh insight into famous literature by reinterpreting it. Plus, they offer breathtaking prose, adventure and drama, and a good amount of humor. We could use
A Debut Author with “Killer Potential” Talks Writing Process and Getting Published | BookTrib.
“I was once a famous murderess. I killed a wealthy family, Manson-style, and then I went on the run. But my thing wasn’t about starting a race war to reach the land of milk and honey or secretly wanting to be a Beatle. According to the news, I was just another fame-hungry killer, desperate to
Fairy Tales Exposed, Love Without Limits and Books That Change Everything | BookTrib.
The Dark Truth Hidden in Fairy Tales Fairy tales may have shaped our childhood, but who shaped them? Uncover the unsettling truths behind the stories you thought you knew — these revelations will change how you see your favorite fairy tales forever. Love Has No Age Limit Romance isn’t just for the young — it’s
6 Chapter Book Mysteries For Young Readers to Investigate | BookTrib.
Is there a young reader in your life who could use a little mystery in their next book? Maybe they’re a curious investigator always looking for a new puzzle to solve. Maybe they’re a reluctant reader in need of that book that will click. Maybe their dress-up bin includes a magnifying glass and a Sherlock
Racial History of the Fairy Tale, From Literary Classics to Modern Disney | BookTrib.
Editor’s Note: In her book Specters of the Marvelous: Race and the Development of the European Fairy Tale, literature Professor Kimberly J. Lau observes the legacy of race in classic fairy tales. The following essay provides a glimpse of the fairy tale tradition modern audiences have inherited, the conclusion that “fairy-tale characters are white not
Books & Looks Podcast: Revolutionary War Mystery Meets Modern Cyber Warfare | BookTrib.
Books & Looks: Real Books for Real Readers was started as a literary podcast to supplement Blaine Desantis’ website, ViewsOnBooks.com, and expand into audio and video interviews with authors. With Books & Looks, Blaine’s goal is to focus on real books that real people will read. At least half of the books he reviews are either new authors
Celebrating Black Voices: 12 Essential Reads for Black History Month | BookTrib.
Black History Month is a time to honor the rich and complex history, achievements, and contributions of Black individuals throughout the world. One of the most powerful ways to educate yourself and engage with this history is through literature. Stories that educate, inspire, and amplify Black voices. From historical accounts that shed light on the
On Writing a Sequel That Shatters Time Itself | BookTrib.
Time is a tricky thing. It’s a pervasive theme throughout The Art of Time series — first in the debut novel by the same name, and now in the much-anticipated sequel, The Art of Bending Time: A Forbidden Return. But it’s also an experience author Quinn Jamison has dealt with as she navigates a series
A Soldier’s Tale of Seeking Redemption in a Foreign Land | BookTrib.
A man enters the American army with the promise of a free education, only to be shipped off to Iraq to partake in a war that will forever change the way he sees the world. As the violence unfolds, he must reckon with his role as a foreign soldier in a war-torn land, in an
When Midlife Is a New Beginning: Gen-X Romance Novels | BookTrib.
Is there such a thing as too old or too late to find new love? I admit that before I turned forty almost a decade ago, I didn’t give much thought to this question. Though I was writing romance and love stories, my protagonists were my age or younger, because that was what I knew.
Remarkable True Story of Holocaust Survivor Who Became a Nazi Hunter | BookTrib.
Josef Lewkowicz passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 98 on December 26, 2024, a month before the book launch and planned limited tour of his exceptional and important memoir The Survivor, subtitled How I Made It through Six Concentration Camps and Became a NAZI HUNTER. His remarkable life story was co-authored
9 Novels That Shine a Light on the Privileged Class of Society | BookTrib.
Part of what makes novels so appealing is how they allow us to step into the lives of others. This allows us to not only escape the real world — like in science fiction and fantasy — but also to see the real world through a new lens. To see — to feel and experience
Mystery, Magic, And Must-Reads! | BookTrib.
Why We’re Obsessed with Murder (Even If We Hate Violence) From pirate’s treasure to a mother’s grief, the best murder mysteries don’t just unravel crimes … they unravel us. What is it about death on the page that keeps us coming back for more? Unjustly Forgotten, Utterly Unmissable These books have enchanted critics and loyal
Harnessing the Drive It Takes to Write Over 100 Books (Yes, You Read That Right) | BookTrib.
People must work hard and smart if they want to become successful, say Geary Reid. And he is doing everything in his power to help them achieve that objective. The breadth of his work is remarkable. He has written 104 non-fiction books on topics ranging from academic/professional life, the family, general knowledge and motivation, and
Russian Oligarch Faces International Spy Amidst a Thrilling Conspiracy | BookTrib.
Joseph Finder, the New York Times best-selling author of 17 novels, has conjoined his expertise in Russian history, global politics, and knowledge of international espionage in his latest suspense thriller The Oligarch’s Daughter. The Cold War détente and the dissolution of the Soviet Union which followed ushered in the age of Russian oligarchs. These formerly
Real-Life Lessons Found in Accomplished Businessman’s Short Novel | BookTrib.
“That’s a lot better method than a dart board.” Words from the young entrepreneur Julia in Michael G. Colburn’s short book with a long title, How Julia Found Happiness and Financial Success: Your Guide to Making Money in a Service Business. The book is written in novel form, but its purpose is to share valuable
How Do Memories Shape Us? Author Explores Nature of Memory in Fiction | BookTrib.
In Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel The Buried Giant, an entire society has literally lost its ability to remember. One such couple has muted memories of having had a son, of having once loved one another. But those memories seem to become more and more opaque every day. In a moment of reflection, the man says to
Joy, Grief and a Quest to Capture “The Very Essence of Human Existence” in Writing | BookTrib.
“Grief can be isolating. It brings a sense of shame, the embarrassment that we are not strong enough to shake free of it. We make those around us uncomfortable because they don’t know what to say. They fall back on platitudes — “sorry for your loss” — or say nothing at all, thinking silence is
Young Lives Shattered in Dark Dystopian Fantasy, “The Capital of Dreams” | BookTrib.
The Capital of Dreams is one of those rare books that when finished leaves the reader both slightly mystified yet completely held in its thrall, dazzled by the imaginary world created by author Heather O’Neill. It defies standard genre classification as this novel-length fable blends magical realism with literary fiction in a dark dystopian setting.
A Night of Celestial Strangeness in the Most Magical of Places — A Library! | BookTrib.
Let’s set the scene. It’s October 29th in 1954, Halloween is only a few days away, and there’s more than just costumes, candy and trick-or-treating that will make this year’s holiday memorable. Along with a full moon, reports say that the sky will be full of shooting stars! Eight-year-old twins Kat and Ollie await the
Books & Looks Podcast: The Forgotten Women Who Made Mountain Climbing History | BookTrib.
Books & Looks: Real Books for Real Readers was started as a literary podcast to supplement Blaine Desantis’ website, ViewsOnBooks.com, and expand into audio and video interviews with authors. With Books & Looks, Blaine’s goal is to focus on real books that real people will read. At least half of the books he reviews are either new authors