book picks

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    Historical fiction beyond Anne Boleyn: Russia

    Historical fiction covers a variety of subjects, not just the wives of Henry VIII. So much historical fiction is set in western...
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    Travels in India: Books to take you to South Asia

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    People enjoy using books to travel to distant places and learn about other cultures, as is evident in the abundance of books about...
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    Lounging around with Allie Larkin

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    Best-selling author Allie Larkin visits the SheKnows Book Lounge to share behind-the-scenes details about writing her latest novel,...
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    RED HOT BOOK OF THE WEEK: Why Can't I Be You by Allie Larkin

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    Allie Larkin's latest, Why Can't I Be You , is an engaging and smart novel with rich characters and our pick for the Red Hot Book...
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    What's hot in memoirs and biography: A roundup

    Each month, Candace of Beth Fish Reads invites you to meet fascinating people by reading buzz-worthy memoirs or biographies. This...
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    Red carpet–worthy reads

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    With the Academy Awards just days away, we've got golden statue on the brain. So in honor of the Oscars, we're giving top honors to...
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    Celebrating friendship: An audiobook roundup

    Did you know that February is International Friendship Month? Take a moment to be grateful for your BFFs. Then pick up your earbuds...
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    New reads that won't break the bank: Book picks for February

    Looking for a new read but don't want to splurge on a hardcover? No problem! Paperback originals are new books that are released...
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    Read it first: February's book-to-movie picks

    Some of the best movies and television series were born from the pages of a book. Every month, Candace from Beth Fish Reads features...
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    RED HOT BOOK OF THE WEEK: The Burning Air by Erin Kelly

    A twisted tale of revenge, Erin Kelly's third psychological thriller will keep you up late into the night, which is why it's our Red...
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    Presidents Day reads: Julie Hyzy's White House Chef series

    Want to celebrate Presidents Day with some themed reading material? A biography of Washington or Lincoln would certainly be...
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    Now in paperback: February's red-hot reads

    Do you sometimes skip over titles at the bookstore, unsure if they're really worth $35? You're in luck! Most books make the...
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    Make over your coffee table with 3 fashion-inspired books

    Consider your coffee table a blank canvas, and in the spirit of New York's Fashion Week, give it a makeover. Here are three gorgeous...
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    Armchair travels: A New Orleans roundup

    Every February, many of us wish we could fly down to New Orleans and celebrate Mardi Gras in style. If you can't take a real...
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    Sexy stories to spice up your nightstand

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    With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we're wondering if you're thinking what we're thinking? (Wink, wink!) So spice up that...
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    Holiday mysteries: A February roundup

    February is chock-full of holidays, two of the most popular being fun-filled Mardi Gras and romantic Valentine's Day. This month's...
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    Chinese New Year reads: A roundup

    Chinese New Year, the most important holiday in the Chinese calendar, falls on Sunday, Feb. 10, this year. Whether or not you will...
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    The Grammys: Playlists for February's hottest reads

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    A good book is right up there with listening to a great song. Both give you freedom to let your imagination run wild. So in honor of...
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    Music in books: Picks for the Grammy awards

    If the upcoming Grammy Awards have you in the mood to read up on music, then you've come to the right place. From fiction about...
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    Fiction meets TV: A Parenthood mash-up

    Fans of Parenthood claim that it's one of the best shows on television right now. If you're despondent at the thought of not being...
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    Whose birthday is it? Authors born in February (a round-up)

    Do you share a birthday with a famous author? Whether the answer is yes or no, one fun way to discover new books is to read one in...