What makes a good book group read? Hint: It’s not about trying to make sure everyone will like the book. What’s more important for good book club books is discuss-ability—are there topics in the book ...

It's a great time to be a reader. Several years ago, the words "book club" may have conjured a mental image of wine-soaked, charcuterie-fueled in-person meetups at a friend's home. Now, book clubs ...

Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Fantasy is one of the most well-known—and well-loved—book genres, so it’s no great surprise ...

Like any online community, bookish spaces come with their own lingo. Ever heard someone refer to an author as an “auto-buy”? They’re telling you they would pick up anything said author published ...

There’s a story my book club tells about our genesis. One of us wanted to read a certain steamy novel that had crossed over into the mainstream in a major way, but couldn’t quite bring herself to read ...

Looking to read more this year? The best way to put a New Year’s resolution into action is to make a plan, and that includes organizing all of those books you want to read in 2025. The most well-known ...

Resort book clubs, tour companies, hotel libraries and a growing number of literary festivals are offering readers new ways to indulge their interests. Reading retreats at Lake Austin Spa Resort in ...

They pick a title, read it and then gather to discuss it in detail. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. But unlike more traditional ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. N.K. Jemisin, author of the acclaimed "Broken Earth" series, one of the best fantasy sagas. Fantasy books offer an escape from ...

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