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2+ hour, 29+ min ago (1442+ words) Here is a riddle. How do 82% of people think that not reading books is "intellectually limiting," while only 30% of people believe that reading makes them "better than others"? I guess maybe the answer is that there are 50% of people who…...
The World of YA Franchise Novelizations: Diana Ma on Power Rangers and More
1+ hour, 59+ min ago (327+ words) Franchise tie-in novels are a fun way to dive into a familiar world while unearthing new stories and perspectives. Diana Ma is among those authors bringing YA readers exciting franchise novels. She's the author of Force of Chaos, the first…...
Goblin Market? In This Economy? Five Cautionary Tales About Shopping
1+ hour, 55+ min ago (303+ words) To market, to market: enjoy these five fun stories of shopping and destinies. View All posts by Liberty Hardy The poem has been interpreted in many ways: as a tale of temptation referencing Adam and Eve, an expression of Rossetti's…...
Kid Dragons and Knight Owls: Five Must-Read Fantasy Picture Books
1+ hour, 20+ min ago (187+ words) From monster caf's to dragons with colds, these five must-read fantasy picture books for kids are bursting with magic. View All posts by Margaret Kingsbury Fantasy picture books have been around for a long time. As an "80s child, I read…...
Cozy Fantasy Romance Books for Hard Times
1+ hour, 56+ min ago (213+ words) Take a break from reality. Enter a magical cat shelter, open up a garden shop, or board a fantastical train with these cozy fantasy romances. Rachel is a writer from Arkansas, most at home surrounded by forests and animals much…...
The Bestselling Books of the Week, According to All the Lists
1+ hour, 50+ min ago (211+ words) Navessa Allen's Game On topped four of the bestseller lists last week, the latest installment in her dark romance Into Darkness series. This week, it joins the Five Lister Club alongside Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir and Theo of…...
Book Riot's Romance Deals for April 22, 2025
18+ hour, 44+ min ago (47+ words) Book Riot Today's Featured Book Deals Stay in the Know with Book Riot Newsletter You're entered! But wait" You've unlocked a free trial for 3 Free Audiobooks from Audiobooks. com. A free deal is the best deal!...
30% of People Think Reading Regularly Makes Them Better Than Others
17+ hour, 3+ min ago (294+ words) The 2026 Women's Prize for Fiction shortlist, reading survey results, a Crystal Light Book Tok tie-in, and more. Danika spends most of their time talking about sapphic books at the'Lesbrary. The Women's Prize for Fiction is one of the biggest literary…...
Independent Bookstore Day 2026
17+ hour, 37+ min ago (432+ words) Book Riot Editorial is made up of passionate readers, writers, and book lovers dedicated to delivering insightful book recommendations, literary analysis, and the latest in book culture. With expertise spanning multiple genres and a deep understanding of the publishing industry,…...
The 2026 Women's Prize for Fiction Shortlist Has Been Announced
17+ hour, 7+ min ago (179+ words) The 2026 Women's Prize for Fiction shortlist is full of fresh perspectives from debut authors and publishing houses not shortlisted before. This year's shortlist is full of debuts, independently published works, and books by publishers that have never been nominated for…...