The ThriftBooks Blog

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • February 01, 2022

Valentine's Day is about more than romance. As we head into February, we are celebrating all forms of love, from family ties to favorite friends to small, everyday acts of kindness for everyone in our communities. Here are some of our favorite picture books for our littlest love bugs.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 30, 2022

It was 74 years ago on January 31, when J. D. Salinger’s short story A Perfect Day for Bananafish appeared in The New Yorker. The story introduces Seymour Glass, a recurring character in many of Salinger’s subsequent stories along with his large quirky family. Here we share more about the author and his favorite subjects.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 25, 2022

Paramount Pictures has landed the rights for an upcoming adaptation of Children of Blood and Bone, the first in the Legacy of Orïsha trilogy by Nigerian-American author Tomi Adeyemi. The bestselling YA fantasy series is inspired by the author’s Nigerian heritage and offers timely, thought-provoking themes.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 23, 2022

Nominees for the Edgar Awards (named for Edgar Allan Poe) were announced on January 19, their namesake’s birthday. The awards honor the best in mystery and crime literature, television, film and theater. Here, we share the selected titles in several sections. Winners will be celebrated on April 28, 2022.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 20, 2022

We've all suffered the dreaded reading slump. Sometimes we just need a little kickstart to get us going again. For many of us, this can take the form of a few slim, unputdownable reads that we can finish in a day or so. Here are twenty titles (fiction and nonfiction) that might do the trick!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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