June 2021 New Book Releases: Summer Contemporaries and High Stakes Fantasy

June is upon us, which means that summer is finally here! For those of you…

‘Jay’s Gay Agenda’ interview: Jason June talks queer joy and sex positivity in his YA debut

Jay’s Gay Agenda bursts with queer joy, which also happens to be author Jason June’s…

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‘The Nature of Witches’ review: Rachel Griffin’s contemporary fantasy debut is beautiful and heartbreaking

The Nature of Witches by Rachel Griffin takes a new spin on contemporary fantasy and…

Our Favorite AAPI Authors Recommend 12 Must-Read Books

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month might be over, but that doesn’t mean you…

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‘Version Zero’ review: David Yoon’s stressful, addictive look at the world of tech

Yoon’s first novel for adults satirizes Big Tech through the eyes of a young computer whiz in Silicon Valley.

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‘Sixteen Scandals’ review: Sophie Jordan’s regency romance is perfect for Bridgerton fans

Full of sparkling regency scenes and light, witty banter, Sixteen Scandals by Sophie Jordan is…

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‘Pumpkin’ review: Julie Murphy recaptures ‘Dumplin’’ magic

Julie Murphy recaptures the magic of ‘Dumplin” in ‘Pumpkin,’ a sweet, filling story about self-love, empowerment, and letting out your inner queen.