The ThriftBooks Blog

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • November 12, 2025

Despite holding down her day job as a practicing physician, Freida McFadden has churned out nearly 30 novels, mostly psychological thrillers, over the course of the last decade-plus. If you haven't had the chance to become a McFan (as her ardent admirers call themselves), here's our essential Freida McFadden reading list. 

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • November 09, 2025

Treat your November-born friends and family to a bookish birthday! Did you know you can schedule ThriftBooks e-Gift Cards to be delivered on a specific date? Or if you'd rather give your November nearest and dearest something special, we've put together a list of some of the hottest titles of the month.

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By Barbara Hagen • November 04, 2025

Books are more than words on a page. They are connections across generations. With this new AARP Special Member Offer, ThriftBooks is proud to play a small part in those connections for readers, one page and one story at a time.

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By Margaret Kingsbury • November 02, 2025

Interactive stories let kids take charge of the adventure, making every read a new experience. From fairy tale mashups to daring survival missions, these pick-your-path books spark imagination and decision-making. Whether they’re diving deep to find a giant squid or exploring a jungle full of talking burgers, kids will love choosing their own endings again and again.

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By William Shelton • October 28, 2025

In what scale can we truly measure the value of a book? Ignoring how many pieces of silver we must exchange for them, the worth of books should be counted through their enrichment of our lives.

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By Liberty Hardy • October 26, 2025

From post-apocalyptic escapes to time-twisting space rescues, these under-the-radar sci-fi reads deserve a wider audience. Each one offers a fresh take on the future—whether it’s humans merging with tech, climate change gone awry, or lost ships drifting through the stars. Full of imagination and surprise, these hidden gems remind us that some of the best science fiction is still waiting to be discovered.

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By Barbara Hagen • October 21, 2025

In a world filled with algorithms, ThriftBooks brings the human touch back to holiday shopping. Discover curated gift guides, rare finds, new books, e-Gift Cards, and more—thoughtful gifts from real book lovers.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 19, 2025

No matter how long our TBR lists get, we're always finding new books we want to add! Here are 23 exciting November releases available for preorder, along with suggestions for similar reads you can enjoy right away. Plus, see what's new or coming soon in paperback.  

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 15, 2025

Holiday romances go down as easily as our favorite festive drinks. But, like the drinks, there are a range of options available. Do you prefer a love story that's sweet like hot chocolate or something a bit more spicy like rum-spiked cider? Pick your pleasure with one of these nineteen charming new releases.

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By Megan Mabee • October 12, 2025

Ever wonder why the ocean can feel both thrilling and terrifying? Jaws forever changed the way we see the sea, turning calm waves into a stage for suspense and awe. Explore how Spielberg’s classic sparked our fascination with what lurks beneath the surface and discover six gripping aquatic reads that capture the same pulse-pounding magic.

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