2015 Summer Reading Guide

There’s a place for serious, realistic fiction—and this isn’t it. Ignite your imagination with one of these wildly creative novels. Be prepared to suspend your disbelief and enjoy the ride. ... Read more

May 14, 2015May 24, 2019

Tales of Badass Women: stories with gutsy leading ladies

2015 Summer Reading Guide

Each of these diverse novels features a gutsy heroine, whether she’s a spunky modern-day private eye, a kickass Cyborg mechanic, or a beloved 19th century Brazilian bandit. Some stories are ... Read more

May 14, 2015May 24, 2019

Hit the Road: stories to inspire wanderlust

2015 Summer Reading Guide

Want to get away? This is the list for you. Travel to fabulous places and see incredible things—without spending the cash. Pick your destination, and let’s take off. Click here ... Read more

May 13, 2015May 24, 2019

Books You Can’t Put Down: engrossing novels that keep you turning the pages

2015 Summer Reading Guide

These are the kind of page-turners that will have you reading “one last chapter” until 2:00 a.m. You’ve been warned Click here for the complete 2015 Summer Reading Guide.

May 13, 2015May 24, 2019

Stories with Style and Substance: exceptionally well-crafted novels

2015 Summer Reading Guide

There’s no fluff here: indulge instead in a novel by an author who has mastered their craft. These exceptionally well-written novels carry serious literary weight, because these authors know what ... Read more

May 13, 2015May 24, 2019

Beachy Novels: breezy reads for your summer vacation

2015 Summer Reading Guide

Let’s face it: sometimes you want a book that’s a great escape. For this category, we’ll forgive cheesy romances and improbable plot twists, as long as the writing is good, ... Read more

May 13, 2015May 24, 2019

Get Smart: books that entertain and inspire

2015 Summer Reading Guide

As much as I love my novels, I also read to get smart—to develop my craft, to dive deep into subjects, to explore topics I know nothing about. Not your ... Read more

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2015 Summer Reading Guide

Flights of Fancy: wildly imaginative novels

Tales of Badass Women: stories with gutsy leading ladies

Hit the Road: stories to inspire wanderlust

Books You Can’t Put Down: engrossing novels that keep you turning the pages

Stories with Style and Substance: exceptionally well-crafted novels

Beachy Novels: breezy reads for your summer vacation

Get Smart: books that entertain and inspire