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As we ring in the holiday season, WFWA is celebrating women’s fiction titles that showcase the ups and downs and delights of family stories. Whether the saga continues across generations and timelines or is rooted in the present, the drama, love and secrets will keep you glued to the page.
How is everyone? By the time this posts, those who are celebrating Christmas, or are in communities where holiday preparations are at their peak might either be bursting with excitement or exhaustion. Our to-do lists might seem impossible to overcome, our schedules packed to the brim. But we have books—print, electronic, or audio—to give us
Who doesn’t love a story about a good dog? Who doesn’t begin a story about a good dog with trepidation that it will end in tears, ala Old Yeller? In this season of puppies for Christmas and old dogs curled in front of the fire, it might be nice to consider a few books about
From the People Who Tell You All About Books… Let’s get personal for a minute. The BookTrib staff all year round is dedicated to providing you with insights into a wonderful selection of books that we hope you’ll consider for your next read. Ever wonder what our team is reading and what our favorite books
Parents everywhere know — it’s holiday crunch time. It’s not easy balancing all the shopping, cooking and decorating, all while your kids grow more and more antsy in anticipation. And when things are as hectic as this, it can be hard to feel like you’ve picked up enough gifts to make your child’s holiday truly
“Dreams are a cryptic maze, but the emotions they stir up are real.” The first time I spoke with author Humberto “Bear” Garcez, he was telling me about his new book based on very detailed recollections of one of his own dreams. That book is the recently released The Blue in Your Eyes, a most
Author Peter van Wermeskerken is a most interesting character. His first book, Double Agent, is a memoir of his time in the Secret Service. If another writer could make a more profound transition in his second book, you’d have to show me. That’s because van Wermekerken’s next venture is the delightfully entertaining and educational Mike
Christopher Michael's Tomb of the Black Pharaoh is a gripping tale that blends cosmic horror, historical intrigue, and psychological suspense, centering on a protagonist whose curiosity propels him into the dangerous realm of forbidden knowledge. Beginning with the discovery of ancient relics in a dusty attic, his journey quickly spirals into a haunting descent as
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
It’ll come as no surprise that the BookTrib team reads a lot of books every year. Whether we had the chance to read 10 or 100 in 2024, each of us was able to name a title that stood out above the rest. From bestsellers to BookTok faves, across the genres of literary fiction and
“There are so many people that are confused and searching for the meaning of life (I was one), and perhaps they will find this book to discover the Truth.” Those are the words of John Burkhalter, who has authored Jesus’ Every Word and Deed, the complete life of Jesus using only the exact words from
Can we ever make peace with our regrets? That is the question I asked myself while reading Tom Casey’s Unsettled States (Heresy Press), which begins with a raw portrait of familial fracture. Bradley’s visit to his mother, Eleanor, opens the door to a past steeped in warmth now shadowed by regret. Eleanor, a once-spirited woman,
Alex Segura is a creative force. The award-winning and bestselling author has captured the respect of those who love comic books and adventurous novels filled with immersive storytelling, with fans who eagerly wait for his next project. He has written a selection of books featuring well-known superheroes, as well as original characters that star in
You might be wondering how we can be describing a feel-good story that encompasses the Soviet invasion of Ukraine, 9/11, young burn victims, two knee replacements, a broken clavicle and a mind-bending, treacherous journey across the country. It’s because some people are observers and some people are doers. Joe Matthews, a retired New York City
There is something undeniably appealing about curling up beneath a blanket on a crisp December day and immersing yourself in the warm glow of a festive read. As we wrote Christmas with the Queen, we were feeling particularly nostalgic for the late Queen Elizabeth II and found ourselves digging into her favorite things about the holiday
Tales From the Wind is a collection of 13 short stories by Emily Irish, that feel like sitting around a campfire, listening to folktales that are as timeless as they are magical. Through this compilation, the author bridges the gap between classic folktales and modern life lessons. Each story is a gentle nudge toward introspection,
Do you want to play detective, uncover hidden secrets, and meet unforgettable characters? If you’re looking for your next fill of suspense, but aren’t quite ready to commit to a new book, have no fear. Our Winter/Holiday edition of Lit Picks has just what you need — the chance to sample these 12 different mystery,
Literary Gems Full of Loss, Forgiveness, and Connection These five novels delve deep into the messiness of life, exploring fragile relationships, buried truths, and the quiet resilience of the human spirit. Each story offers a fresh perspective on what it means to confront the past and find meaning in moving forward. A Thrilling Tale of
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
Here in the Northeast, it’s the season for wind chills, snow days and scraping frost off your car in the morning. The bite of winter is in the air, which makes it all the more enticing to curl up next to the fire with a hot beverage and a good book. If you’d like to
There’s nothing better than being lost in a book and letting a story overtake you. Some fiction is life-changing and permanently alters your worldview. Other books bring you to tears and consume your thoughts for the subsequent days or weeks. If you’re a reader who seeks out the kinds of books that will have a
Craig Johnson has given his serial readers, rabid fans who, like me, hang on every word and eagerly await his annual Christmas short story, the best stocking stuffer of the season, Tooth and Claw, a fast-paced action-packed thriller of a novella. New readers can get hooked with this literate gem! Published six months after New
The sweeping tale of the French Acadians in America and one family’s trials over hundreds of years of persecution is revealed in The Acadians by Samuel Andre Aucoin. Aucoin mixes history and light fiction to tell the often heartbreaking story of the Acadian experience in America. Beginning with a trip to the Vietnam War Memorial
Books That Echo the Spirit of "Nightbitch" Nightbitch, starring Amy Adams, hits theaters today, offering a bold, unsettling take on motherhood as a mythical transformation. If you love stories that push boundaries and explore identity and survival, these books capture the fierce spirit of Nightbitch. 2024’s Best Audiobooks Bring Extraordinary Lives to Life Step into
AudioFile’s 2024 Best Biography & Memoir Audiobooks allow listeners windows onto the lives of others. The performers are perfectly in sync with the text, whether they’re professional narrators or the (rather famous) authors themselves.
“Pivoting is not a dirty word but rather a competitive advantage.” So says Joseph Hanna, author of Pivoting as a Way of Life: Stop Chasing Unicorns and Product-Market Fit — a game-changing guide for entrepreneurs, product managers and innovators who want to thrive in today's fast-paced business environment. Hanna’s book challenges the conventional wisdom of
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
“People are people. They love, they hate, they soar, they pine, they elate, they grieve — and on occasion, they kill.” Award-winning author Bill VanPatten tends to capture all those acts and emotions in his characters, drawing heavily on gay themes and Latino heritage in and around the small, fictitious town of Mañana, situated in
The increasingly popular memoir genre may not be famous for unputdownable books but The Housekeeper’s Secret by Sandra (Krilich) Schnakenburg is certainly one such memoir. The story reads like a fast-paced novel, with an ensemble cast of well-defined characters and a mystery to solve from the start. Per its title, Schnakenburg writes about the Krilich
A much-anticipated biography, Carson the Magnificent — 20 years in the making — has been released this holiday season about the entertainer who redefined late-night television and reshaped American culture. In 2002, Bill Zehme landed one of the most coveted assignments for a magazine writer: an interview with Johnny Carson — the only one he'd
If you’re like me, you’re already scoping out novels releasing in 2025 to add to your to-be-read list. From what I’m seeing, it’s shaping up to be a fabulous year of reading, in part because of the amazing-sounding novels releasing from Tall Poppy writers, spanning historical fiction to contemporary women’s fiction to romance. Ready to