Book Lists

September 22, 2021September 21, 2021

8 books our team couldn’t wait to read next

Readers, it’s a BIG week over here with a book launch AND the 300th episode of What Should I Read Next. Our fabulous team of readers is celebrating in our ... Read more

September 8, 2021September 10, 2021

15 super short audiobooks you can finish in four hours or less

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Readers, “reading with your ears” is a great way to tackle the huge tomes on your TBR and get the most out of your audiobook credits. (Thanks to John Lee’s ... Read more

September 1, 2021September 3, 2021

20 wonderfully discussable books and a sneak peek at My Reading Life: A Book Journal

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Readers, there’s no way you could get me to choose a favorite book—but ask me about my favorite reading experience and I’ll tell you: I love a book that makes ... Read more

August 25, 2021August 27, 2021

22 atmospheric gothic novels for a darker reading mood

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Readers, when I’m ready to get the cozy reading season started, I reach for the most autumnal genre of them all: gothic fiction. As a certified scaredy-cat, I find that ... Read more

August 11, 2021August 13, 2021

12 narrative nonfiction books to satisfy your sense of adventure

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When my husband Will hands me a book and says “you need to read this,” I make every effort to prioritize it—not only because he’s recommended some of my all ... Read more

August 4, 2021August 6, 2021

20 book to screen adaptations on my “To Be Watched” list

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Readers, every time I check the latest publishing news—or open my Netflix queue—I learn of a new literary screen adaptation. Turning books into scripts is a big business, one that’s ... Read more

July 29, 2021July 30, 2021

33 historical fiction books avid readers can’t get enough of

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On average, Americans read about twelve books per year. But according to the research, avid readers far surpass that number. My own research and anecdotal experience bears this out: reading ... Read more

July 21, 2021July 26, 2021

15 breezy romance series for when you need an escape

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Like many readers, I read more romance in 2020 than I ever did before. When real life is hard, a good dose of witty banter and swoon-worthy moments lightens my mood ... Read more

July 7, 2021July 9, 2021

Where I get my best book recs + 8 recent reads I loved

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Readers, every time I enter a new title on my To Be Read list, I make a note about why I’m excited to read it. That usually means listing who ... Read more

June 30, 2021July 2, 2021

17 sparkling and suspenseful novels set on the stage or the screen

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Readers, one thing I love about recording with fellow bookworms for What Should I Read Next each week is discovering new facets of my own reading life as book lovers ... Read more