A little over a century ago, the Great War broke out Sarajevo, when Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie were shot to death. From there, nations began declaring war and the struggle that ensued from 1914-1918 became one of the most horrific and widespread wars to date. It was the first conflict where modern technology such as airplanes and chemical weapons were used, redefining humanity’s concept of war. It’s impossible to understand such a monumental event with simply one book, so we’ve rounded up a list of the best World War I books, fiction and nonfiction, that you must read.Continue ReadingThe Best World War I Books
A little over a century ago, the Great War broke out Sarajevo, when Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie were shot to death. From there, nations began declaring war and the struggle that ensued from 1914-1918 became one of the most horrific and widespread wars to date. It was the first conflict where modern technology such as airplanes and chemical weapons were used, redefining humanity’s concept of war. It’s impossible to understand such a monumental event with simply one book, so we’ve rounded up a list of the best World War I books, fiction and nonfiction, that you must read.Continue Reading
For so long, whenever books starring queer characters were published, they were often focused on queer suffering or complicated coming out narratives. Those stories are very important, but the emotional weight can take a toll, too. Luckily for us, there are so many cute LGBT books on shelves now that readers have more options. LGBT YA books in particular have been delivering cute, heartwarming, and funny queer stories for a few years, and we’re happy to showcase a variety of recent and upcoming cute LGBT books that will make you happy!
If you can’t get enough of real-life crime and drama, good news! This is a fantastic year for new true crime books 2020, and we’ve got a list of 15 must-reads for you! From historical serial killers to wildlife smugglers, the murder of environmental activists to true crime anthologies, there’s something here for every crime reader!
Just because you’re a grown up doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy fairy tales–after all, some of those stories weren’t exactly told with young audiences in mind. We’ve rounded up a list of fifteen adult fairy tales, dark fairy tales, and fairy tale retellings that are perfect for losing yourself in. Here we go!
If you love your science fiction with a heaping side of humor, then you’ve come to the right place! Many people immediately think of Douglas Adams when they think of funny sci-fi books, but there are so many more light-hearted sci-fi books out there that deserve a wide audience, beyond The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy! We’ve rounded up fifteen of the best newer and upcoming funny sci-fi books that should be on your radar! 
Sometimes you’re born into a family, and sometimes you have to create your own. That becomes even more apparent as soon as we come of age and define our own values, which are sometimes separate from those that raised us–or as we discover a family when we don’t have any nearby. These 15 YA books showcase some of the best examples of found family across genres, so if you’ve ever felt alone, pick up one of these books for a bit of comfort-reading.
Another year means another great landslide of swoon-worthy romance novels that you’ll want to get your hands on ASAP! If you’re a big-time romance reader, you might already know about the new Jasmine Guillory and Sarah MacLean books hitting shelves this year, but here are 10 more great new romance books coming in 2020 that you’ll want on your radar!
Do you like a hearty dose of laughter along with your magical creatures? While some people may not head to fantasy novels for the laughs, there are a whole bunch of fantastical and funny fantasy books out there that provide some escapism and comic relief. We rounded up fifteen of the funniest fantasy books that go beyond masters like Terry Pratchett and Jasper Fforde–so get ready to fall down a rabbit hole of laughter and magic!
Readers of Christian fiction books are oftentimes on the prowl for novels that also function as Christian allegories. What is an allegory you ask? In fiction, an allegory is a story that can be interpreted as having a deeper moral or religious message. Christian allegory novels are books whose plots oftentimes mirror lessons that can be found in the Bible, or reflect the story of Jesus. The most famous example of this is The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan, published in 1678–but luckily there are more recent titles for you to explore! If you’re curious about Christian allegory books, here are some good books and series that we recommend, perfect for your next book club or Bible study!
Good news, mystery fans! 2020 is shaping up to be a great year for new mystery books, from long-awaited sequels to new translations and exciting new diverse voices. If you’re looking for the best new mystery books to marathon read, we’ve got you covered with this list. Have fun investigating!