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Roadtown: Utopian Future?
Posted about 1 year ago by Faith S
Utopias are interesting to imagine, but are they really perfect?
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12 Incredibly Lovely Reads
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
A selection of lyrical and lovely reading recommendations.
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10 Poignant Stories You Won't Soon Forget
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Unforgettable stories with a haunting and moving tone.
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20 Fascinating Reads with Unconventional Storylines
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Expect the unexpected with these thought-provoking novels.
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15 Atmospheric and Memorable Reads to Lose Yourself In
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Ambiance abound in these atmospheric novels crossing a range of genres.
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12 Intriguing Reads You Won't Want to Put Down
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Interesting reads filled with multi-dimensional, interesting, compelling and beguiling characters.
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25 Gripping Psychological Suspense Novels
Posted over 2 years ago by April S
Enthralling, suspenseful novels that will keep readers interested from start to finish.
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Two Librarians, Too Many Books: Summer Reads
Posted over 3 years ago by Allison F
We're back! This time, we're obsessing over what we consider the best "summer reads" around. Read on for our lightly-edited-for-clarity conversation about what titles we think you should plop down on a beach with or stay safely-contained within your air-conditioned home with. We don't judge.
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The Thrill is Not Gone
Posted over 3 years ago by Cindy V
Suspenseful reads guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat.
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The Best Fiction and Nonfiction Books of 2017
Posted over 3 years ago by April S
Explore a selection of the "best of the best" fiction and nonfiction books of 2017.
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Beyond the Best Sellers: Mysteries and Thrillers
Posted over 3 years ago by Rebecca S
Like mysteries and thrillers, but struggling to find something new? Check out our list of the best mysteries and thrillers of 2017 that have flown under the radar.
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Psychological Horror: 10 Suspenseful and Creepy Reads
Posted over 3 years ago by April S
Fans of Ghost Stories, Horror and Psychological Suspense will enjoy this blog post.
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Wonderful, Upbeat End-of-Summer Reads
Posted over 3 years ago by Amy H
A selection of great reads to help pass the time while you reflect on how much fun you had this summer.
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Literary Thrillers
Posted over 3 years ago by April S
Explore a selection of books filled with danger, action and suspense with an intellectual edge.
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Psychological Suspense: The Devious Depths of the Human Mind
Posted over 4 years ago by April S
Edge of your seat, keep you guessing until the end great reads.
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Tracy Chevalier To Visit Toledo, Ohio
Posted over 4 years ago by April S
Learn more about the international bestselling author Tracy Chevalier ... and check out some of her books.
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Best Fiction Books of 2016
Posted over 4 years ago by April S
What were some of the best of the best fiction books of 2016? Continue reading to discover your next great read.
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I Want It Black
Posted over 4 years ago by Jennifer D
All of us have a darker side that we must answer to, and sometimes it comes through in our need for a good dastardly read. So, if you’re tired of bubble gum and happy endings, read on for a few reads that will further darken that inky place you may need to exhume.
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Psychological Suspense: Genre Characteristics
Posted over 4 years ago by April S
Suspenseful reads focusing on the devious depths of the human mind.
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Psychological Thrillers
Posted over 5 years ago by April S
Looking for an edge of your seat, nail-biting good read? Check out this blog post to explore the addicting nature of Psychological Thrillers.
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Best Fiction Books of 2015
Posted over 5 years ago by April S
Best fiction books of 2015 including historical fiction, mysteries, suspense, thrillers, science fiction, fantasy, romance, love stories and short stories. Amazing selections by notable authors like Kristen Hannah, Paula Hawkins, Ruth Rendell, Sonali Dev, Naomi Novak, J.K. Jemisin and Angela Flournoy.
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