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For Fans of Yellowstone & 1883

Wild West Stories to Read or Watch Next

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 18, 2022

The new 1883 Yellowstone spinoff series has fans gripped. We love it too! The Dutton family saga has everything: high-stakes drama, breathtaking action, and heart-wrenching romance. If you’re jonesing for more frontier fodder, here are some great books and shows to consider.

The Books Behind 'The Witcher' Series

Plus 7 Similar Series For Fans

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 10, 2022

Season two of "The Witcher" series was recently released on Netflix. The hit show is based on the wildly popular books by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. The dark, atmospheric series depicts a complex, relatable world where the lines between good and evil aren't always clear. Learn more about the series and get recommendations for similar reads.

10 Notable Books Turning 50 This Year

How Many Have You Read?

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 06, 2022

It’s always fun to commemorate literature that withstands the test of time. And 1972 was a big year for noteworthy reads. Here are ten memorable books, for all ages, marking the big 5-0 this year and some notes on their significance.

Happy Birthday Hayao Miyazaki

7 Intriguing Facts About the Famed Director

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 04, 2022

Legendary animator Hayao Miyazaki turns eighty-one on January 5. Born in Japan, in the midst of World War II, his early life was marked by chaos and destruction. These experiences and others have contributed to the masterful storytelling and rich imagery of his work. Read on to learn more about the famed director.

Discover 'A Discovery of Witches' Plus 7 Similar Reads For Fans

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 02, 2022

Season three of "A Discovery of Witches" is set for release on January 8. The popular TV series is based on the All Souls series by Deborah Harkness. It is a saga of passion and obsession bringing to mind the work of Anne Rice, Diana Gabaldon, and Elizabeth Kostova.

5 SFF Books We're Looking Forward To in 2022

And What You Can Read in the Meantime

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 02, 2022

As we prepare to enter a new year, we are—as ever—excited about the reading that lies ahead. And 2022 promises a stacked lineup! Every day this week, we’re featuring lists of upcoming books we can’t wait to read in five different genres. Today’s focus: sci-fi and fantasy!

5 Nonfiction Books We're Looking Forward To in 2022

And What You Can Read in the Meantime

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 01, 2022

As we prepare to enter a new year, we are—as ever—excited about the reading that lies ahead. And 2022 promises a stacked lineup! Every day this week, we're featuring lists of upcoming books we can't wait to read in five different genres. Today's focus: Nonfiction!

5 Mysteries We're Looking Forward To in 2022

And What You Can Read in the Meantime

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • December 31, 2021

As we prepare to enter a new year, we are—as ever—excited about the reading that lies ahead. And 2022 promises a stacked lineup! Every day this week, we're featuring five upcoming books we can't wait to read in five different genres. Today's focus: Mystery!

5 Romances We’re Looking Forward To in 2022

And What You Can Read in the Meantime

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • December 30, 2021

As we prepare to enter a new year, we are—as ever—excited about the reading that lies ahead. And 2022 promises a stacked lineup! Every day this week, we're featuring lists of upcoming books we can’t wait to read in five different genres. Today's focus: Romance!

5 Literary Releases We're Looking Forward To in 2022

And What You Can Read in the Meantime

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • December 29, 2021

As we prepare to enter a new year, we are—as ever—excited about the reading that lies ahead. And 2022 promises a stacked lineup! Every day this week, we're featuring lists of upcoming books we can't wait to read in five different genres. Today's focus: literary fiction and poetry!

Books On the Big Screen

A Survey of 2,000 Americans Found...

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • December 09, 2021

Our holiday plans aren't only about gatherings and gifts. We're also looking forward to what we will be reading and watching during these festive times. We enlisted OnePoll to survey 2,000 Americans about their holiday entertainment activities. Here’s what we learned.

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