If you’re looking for some mind-bending science fiction to start 2025 off right, February’s releases do not disappoint. We’ve got an unstoppable black sphere consuming everything in its path, a parallel-Earth invasion, a collection of speculative fiction by Black women writers, and a romance set on an ice-covered alien world. From high-stakes thrillers to thought-provoking … Read more
February might be the shortest month of the year, but the mystery and thriller world isn’t taking any shortcuts. This month’s lineup brings a psychological deep dive into Hollywood’s underbelly, a marriage gone missing in the Canadian wilderness, a decades-old conspiracy catching up to the present, and a snowbound survival story that will leave you … Read more
February is serving up a literary buffet of delight for kids, and I am here for it. We have unicorns on a sugar high, nature’s tiny wonders, an eco-warrior crash course, and a musical ode to spring. Whether you are in the mood for a laugh-out-loud bedtime read or a heartfelt journey into the wild, … Read more
February is the month of love, but it doesn’t always come wrapped in a pretty red bow. Sometimes, it arrives in the form of a jazz-loving demon, a love triangle orchestrated by a meddling niece, a time-bending apartment, or the kind of second-chance romance that makes you sob into your pillow at 2 a.m. Whether … Read more
Welcome back, bookish souls. January might be cold, but the YA releases are positively fire. This month, we’re diving into apocalyptic love stories, chaotic confessions, tropical gothic mysteries, and high school sports drama so tense it deserves its own ESPN coverage. Grab your favorite warm drink, and let’s explore four fresh reads that promise to make your … Read more
Gather round, book lovers, because this month’s lineup of children’s books is here to tug at your heartstrings, teach life lessons, and maybe make you tear up (no judgment). From dancing in the rain to dodging life’s “lures,” these stories offer valuable lessons in kindness, courage, and self-discovery. Let’s dive in. Children Who Dance in … Read more
It’s a new year, and what better way to start than diving into some extraordinary fantasy adventures? January brings us a slew of magical tales filled with dragons, daring heists, mystical pawnshops, and forbidden romances. If you’re ready to journey to epic realms and heart-pounding escapades, these four releases will keep you turning pages until … Read more
There’s a certain kind of joy in sinking into a twisty mystery when the weather’s cold and the world outside feels a little gray. This month, we’re diving into some of the best mainstream mystery releases, from beloved series veterans to nail-biting standalone thrillers. Grab your detective hat and get ready to sleuth—January’s got a … Read more
The final days of the year are upon us, and what better way to cap off 2024 than with some interstellar escapism? Whether you’re craving revolutionary mech battles, treacherous galactic politics, mind-bending AIs, or a nostalgic but futuristic dystopia, these upcoming science fiction releases are primed to transport you across time, space, and reality itself. … Read more
As a self-proclaimed women’s fiction fanatic, nothing thrills me more than diving into stories that weave together love, heartbreak, family, and all the messy beauty of life. This month, we’ve got a lineup of dazzling reads filled with emotional depth, unforgettable characters, and, of course, plenty of drama. So, grab your favorite throw blanket and … Read more