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New Biography and Memoir Books to Read | September 17

Looking for some new biography and memoir books for your library? There are so many new releases this week that you’re bound to find a new favorite. You can pick up new books from Francesca Flavia, Charles Gilbert, Julie Mae Anderson, and more. Enjoy your new biography and memoir books. Happy reading!



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New Mystery & Thriller Novels for Fans of Rebel Ridge

New Mystery & Thriller Novels for Fans of Rebel Ridge

If you were captivated by the gripping suspense and intricate plot twists of Rebel Ridge, you’re in for a treat! Whether you’re drawn to the heart-pounding tension, the morally complex characters, or the expertly crafted mysteries, there’s a new wave of novels that will satisfy your craving for thrilling reads.



Explosive Reprisals (Crime Scene Kosovo Book 3)

by Tasmin Turner

Release Date: September 5 2024

Kit Chase, an international prosecutor in Pristina, faces her toughest case yet. After a police officer's murder unveils a web of crime and corruption, Kit is drawn into a deadly game involving a crime boss, vengeful acts, and blurred lines of justice. With her personal life equally chaotic, Kit must navigate love and duty as chaos ensues.

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The Realm Shifter

by Matthew Newson

Release Date: August 28 2024

Daniel Moore's life was in ruins; his anger and self-destruction having cost him everything. In the midst of chaos, he is thrust into a realm beyond the physical world and branded as God's final hope. He must now harness his gifting as a realm shifter to confront the evil engulfing the world. Can Daniel overcome his inner turmoil and embrace his destiny?

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The Swimmer

by Loreth Anne White

Release Date: September 10 2024

A deviously twisty novel of psychological suspense about secrets, neighbors, a need to belong, and murder by the award-winning author of The Maid’s Diary.

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The Truth You Told (Raisa Susanto Book 2)

by Brianna Labuskes

Release Date: September 10 2024

A serial killer on death row challenges a forensic linguist to solve his final puzzle in a novel of breathtaking mind games by the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Lies You Wrote.

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My Neighbour's Affair

by Daniel Hurst

Release Date: September 7 2024

I believe I am doing the right thing, only to discover, to my horror, that my neighbour is not the only one capable of making a mistake. I am too, as are the people closest to me, and as things get out of control and multiple marriages are at stake, I'm going to wish I never found out about my neighbour's affair...

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Meet the Parents

by Emily Shiner

Release Date: August 28 2024

Meet the Parents is an absolutely unputdownable psychological thriller that will keep you up reading late into the night! Fans of The Housemaid, The Girl in Seat 2A and The Perfect Marriage will be totally hooked.

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6 Seductive New Romance Novels

6 Seductive New Romance Novels

Ready to heat up your reading list? Dive into these 6 seductive new romance novels that promise irresistible chemistry, tantalizing plots, and unforgettable love stories. Whether you're craving a steamy escape or a heartfelt connection, these fresh picks are sure to captivate your heart and leave you longing for more. Get ready to indulge in romance like never before!



Truly Madly Deeply (Forbidden Love Book 1)

by LJ Shen

Release Date: September 10 2024

This old flame just might set them on fire. Conceited, unattainable, and downright delicious, renowned Michelin-starred chef Ambrose Casablancas has one passion in life—food. Women are a distraction, and he doesn’t do those. Especially Cal Litvin, his baby sister’s best friend.

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Not The Boss of The Year (The Annoying Hot Bosses Club Book 2)

by J. S. Cooper

Release Date: September 6 2024

This was the email exchange after one week at my new job. Not even I could have predicted where this was going. I had no idea just how much Kingston Chase would change my life.

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Fake Dark Vows (Ruthless Mafia Kings)

by Vivy Skys

Release Date: September 5 2024

I woke up married to my archenemy, my dad’s billionaire boss. The beast stole my v-card and now…I’m expecting his baby.

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The Pakhan (Brutal Empire Book 1)

by Piper Stone

Release Date: August 30 2024

When Caroline Randall showed up at my door with the Italian mob after her and nowhere else to go, I took her in. Then I took off my belt and taught her what happens to naughty girls who get themselves in over their heads and need their best friend's dad to bail them out.

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Playing with Mr. Grant (The Men Series - Interconnected Standalone Romances Book 10)

by Elle Nicoll

Release Date: September 4 2024

Jet Grant is the last person I’d ever want to fly off into the sunset with. I should know better than to start a game with a man who will do anything to make sure that he’s the winner. Because before I even made my first move, he was playing me too. And no one wins against Mr. Grant.

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Wish Me Luck

by Raven Blake

Release Date: August 30 2024

The bad boy billionaire who left me heartbroken is now my neighbor and my new boss, And I have a two-year-old secret that just got a lot harder to keep…

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New Literary Fiction Novels for Fans of Elizabeth Strout

New Literary Fiction Novels for Fans of Elizabeth Strout

If you’re a fan of Elizabeth Strout’s rich storytelling and deeply human characters, you’re in luck! We’ve rounded up the latest literary fiction novels that echo her poignant narratives and intricate portrayals of life’s complexities. From stirring character studies to beautifully crafted prose, these new releases are sure to captivate anyone who appreciates Strout’s unique touch. Get ready to immerse yourself in stories that explore the depths of human experience with the same sensitivity and insight.



The Alchemy of Bridges

by Charlene Williams

Release Date: August 19 2024

A BookLife Editor's Pick - This contemporary fiction combines romance, mystery and suspense with a touch of the supernatural. Ronan Byrne and Emily Walton are broken people. A cataclysmic event on the Brooklyn Bridge sends them on separate journeys of transformation and healing. Meeting again, years later, they are still dealing with remnants of their pasts and the threats that surface from it.

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The House of Lost Secrets

by Anstey Harris

Release Date: September 1 2024

All these years later, Clachan is where their most important occasions and conversations take place, so when Rachel organises a weekend there, Jo never suspects that this weekend will change everything. Because it turns out Rachel has been keeping a secret, a betrayal that plunges Jo into a past she’s spent years trying to forget.

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The Sky Beneath Us

by Fiona Valpy

Release Date: September 10 2024

An inspiring, uplifting story of love and loss, courage and adventure, from the bestselling author of The Skylark’s Secret.

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We'll Prescribe You a Cat

by Syou Ishida

Release Date: September 3 2024

As the clinic’s patients navigate their inner turmoil and seek resolution, their feline companions lead them toward healing, self-discovery, and newfound hope.

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The Essential Elizabeth Stone: A Novel

by Jennifer Banash

Release Date: September 10 2024

From the author of The Rise and Fall of Ava Arcana comes an emotional and empowering multigenerational family saga about a mother and daughter, and the secrets they keep from each other—and from themselves.

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Eleanora in Pieces

by Jessica Maffetore

Release Date: September 5 2024

Doubting her own worth, questioning her right to find peace, and still praying for her son's return, Eleanora struggles to see that life, ugly and painful as it can be, might still be worth living.

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6 New Fantasy Novels for Fans of Rebel Moon

6 New Fantasy Novels for Fans of Rebel Moon

If Rebel Moon sparked your love for epic fantasy, you’ll adore these 6 new fantasy novels. With immersive worlds, thrilling adventures, and complex characters, these books promise to transport you to magical realms and keep you hooked from start to finish. Dive into your next fantasy obsession and let the journey begin!



The Pact of the Red Claws

by Morgan L. Booth

Release Date: August 20 2024

Enter the fantastic world of Terravon, where magic and mystery abound! When the peaceful village Eublephara is attacked and its citizens disappear, five heroes will join together in finding them - a mighty hunter, a brave warrior, a crafty thief, a timid druid, and a lonely sorceress. But there's more to this quest than meets the eye.

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The Cursed Dragon

by Bodie Summers

Release Date: September 2 2024

A dark and intense retelling of Ares and Aphrodite mixed with dragon riders and shifters. Filled with betrayal, death and destruction, secrets, drama, devotion, love and formed family.

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Dead Heat (Crossroads Queen Book 7)

by Annabel Chase

Release Date: September 5 2024

It isn’t easy being the liminal deity of a multirealm crossroads, as Lorelei Clay can attest. There are the typical issues, of course, like a wayward god stumbling into Wild Acres, and then there are the more pressing ones…

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Warriors of Wind and Ash (Merciless Dragons Book 2)

by Rebecca F. Kenney

Release Date: September 6 2024

The dragon prince would burn the world for her. But first, he must do something more difficult... pretend to be human.

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Ruined Wings (Severed Flames Book 1)

by Annie Anderson

Release Date: August 22 2024

Betrothed to the Beast and thrust into an unknown world filled with daggers at every turn, Vale needs to learn how to use her magic–and fast. Because that ring on her finger won’t save her if she can’t figure out how to help the king, nor will it stop her attraction to the shifters who pulled her from the brink of death.

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Leviathan: An Asher & Avandriell Story

by Philip C. Quaintrell

Release Date: September 6 2024

The world’s greatest monster requires the world’s greatest hunters. Between them, Asher and Avandriell possess the skills required to face an ancient beast that has long prevented mutual prosperity between Illian and Erador. If the two realms of man are to secure an everlasting peace, this creature of antiquity, this Leviathan, must finally be vanquished.

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New Young Adult Novels to Read if You Loved Seraphina

New Young Adult Novels to Read if You Loved Seraphina

If Seraphina captured your imagination, you’ll want to check out these new young adult novels. With enchanting worlds, complex characters, and spellbinding adventures, these picks offer the same captivating blend of fantasy and heart. Get ready to embark on your next magical journey!



The Secret Multiverse Academy (Magic Mystery and the Multiverse Book 2)

by Aurora M. Winter

Release Date: September 3 2024

A thrilling quest. A magic relic. A forbidden love. Can one feisty girl save the multiverse? Clean romantasy with fast-paced action and adventure. Epic urban fantasy with a strong female lead. It's like Doctor Who meets Harry Potter. Standalone fantasy novel in the Magic, Mystery and the Multiverse series. From award-winning author Aurora Winter.

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Crimsonfall Reapers

by Jordan Brooks Hill

Release Date: July 15 2024

New York, 1895 Supernatural threats loom over Brooklyn, and it's up to the adopted brother-and-sister team of Genie and Hans to hunt monsters and break ancient curses. Their job is complicated because Genie must conform at all times to Miss Haversham’s Primer for Proper Young Ladies, 1895 edition. Will she have enough smarts to remain a lady while she and Hans fight unmentionable horrors?

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The Beginning After The End (Providence, Book 11)

by TurtleMe

Release Date: September 6 2024

It is no easy thing, to give a person—any one person—the ability to rewrite the truth of power in this world. How could any one being hold in their hands the key to fate and not succumb to the inevitable corruption of such a thing?

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Immortal Dark (Immortal Dark Trilogy Book 1)

by Tigest Girma

Release Date: September 3 2024

The Cruel Prince meets Ninth House in this dangerously romantic dark academia fantasy, where a lost heiress must infiltrate an arcane society and live with the vampire she suspects killed her family and kidnapped her sister.

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White Rose Rising (The Alayan Series Book 2)

by Kimberly Pearl

Release Date: August 30 2024

Two impossible love stories. An underground society trying to fight an elusive enemy. A war that threatens to destroy them all. All they could do was the next thing, and try not to die doing it.

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The Beauty and the Griffin (Faraway Castle Book 6)

by J.M. Stengl

Release Date: September 3 2024

Beatrice must not only help raise the lively griflets and watch over a girl who hates her, but also save Faraway Castle and the world by breaking a century-old curse. Only the Golden Griffin can tell her how.

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6 New Business Novels About AI and the Corporate Algorithm

6 New Business Novels About AI and the Corporate Algorithm

Curious about AI and its impact on the corporate world? Explore these 6 new business novels that delve into the fascinating interplay between artificial intelligence and corporate algorithms. Each book offers a gripping narrative that explores the transformative effects of AI on business strategies, ethics, and leadership. Prepare to be intrigued and inspired by these cutting-edge reads!



Robin Hood (The Saviour of Social Media, Or Nemesis, a Villain in Fancy Tights)

by James Zipeure

Release Date: August 30 2024

Welcome to Swipe Left on the BS, your sharp, witty guide to navigating the chaotic world of social media. We uncover the truth behind cringe-worthy influencers and the mind-bending algorithms that keep you hooked. Prepare to laugh, cringe, and rethink every post, scroll, and click. Join the revolution—it's time to reclaim your time and sanity!

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The AI Edge

by Jeb Blount

Release Date: September 4 2024

Navigating the world of AI might seem daunting, but with Iannarino and Blount at the helm, it's a journey of empowerment, innovation, and profound human connection. Embrace a future where technology and humanity come together and carve out your own AI Edge in sales.

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Do Good While Doing Well

by Marcia Dawood

Release Date: September 10 2024

This book serves as your comprehensive “why-to” manual for angel investing, illuminating how your individual financial contributions can go far beyond monetary value. Whether you’re new to investing or simply looking to align your portfolio with your values, Do Good While Doing Well will equip you with the necessary tools and knowledge.

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The Rebalancing Act

by Carol Enneking

Release Date: September 9 2024

Through interviews with more than seventy women of all ages, this book will explore common traps that may be holding you back from true fulfillment and provide strategies to help you restore much-needed balance in your life.

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AI Leadership Handbook

by Andreas Welsch

Release Date: September 10 2024

Andreas Welsch uses real-world knowledge and examples from interviews with over 60 leaders and experts in AI to help you both introduce and incorporate AI into your organization, from aligning it with your business strategy to turning new-to-AI employees into passionate multipliers to making sure humans stay at the center of your AI use.

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Against the Corporate Media

by Michael Walsh

Release Date: September 10 2024

The citizens of Western democracies have been relentlessly propagandized, lied to, and fed a steady diet of distortions and untruths by their media for decades. Editor Michael Walsh brings together a stellar collection of critical thinkers and writers to explain how and why this is happening, its negative effects on our democracies, and what we can do to reverse it.

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Interview with Aurora Winter, Author of The Secret Multiverse Academy (Magic Mystery and the Multiverse Book 2)

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Secret Multiverse Academy (Magic Mystery and the Multiverse Book 2)?

Ever since I read The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis, I have wanted to write a fantasy book. That book made me want to be a better person simply by reading it. I loved that the hero, Lucy, was a girl and that she had complicated relationships with her siblings. Just like me.

How did you come up with the idea?

As a child, I suffered terribly with asthma and was hospitalized when I couldn’t breathe. Now, as an adult, I champion environmental causes and free speech. I weaved these passions into a tale that challenges readers to cherish what we often overlook: health, clean air, free expression, and the unbreakable bonds between siblings.

How did you create the characters?

I wanted to create two unique and contrasting heroes. Zackary is a pessimist recovering from cancer and makes an unlikely—and therefore even more delightful—hero. His sister, Ana, is an optimist. In surprising ways, they both get what they want as they have their first marvelous adventure in this Multiverse.

Is this a good gift for young adults?

Absolutely! While many books aimed at young adult readers contain content that is explicit, mean-spirited, or dystopian, this is a fantasy series that parents and teachers can confidently share with tween and teen readers. Magic, Mystery and the Multiverse shines a light on important social issues worthy of discussion. It showcases the value of courage, love, loyalty, family, and friendship.

Do you have any tips for authors?

As you’re writing your book, think about books that have inspired you, traumatic experiences that shaped you, and things that you care deeply about. Consider who your ideal reader is and write for that specific audience. Write every day. Most of all, don’t forget to enjoy the process!

 

Aurora Winter is the author of the new book The Secret Multiverse Academy (Magic Mystery and the Multiverse Book 2)

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Interview with Charlene Williams, Author of The Alchemy of Bridges

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Alchemy of Bridges?

I had a vision of a scene; a depressed, desperate man wandering to Coney Island. It was started as a short story but I found that I wanted to expand on the two characters and give them more life and a connection.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Alchemy of Bridges, what would they be?

"Bridge Over Troubled Water" by Simon & Garfunkel.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

Paranormal / Supernatural / Mystery / Detective.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Wrong Place, Wrong Time / The Nest / You Like it Darker.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

The entire epilogue. It was fun to bring it all together and then I had fun writing the second half of the epilogue, although I can't give away why!

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

If it's daytime, it must be coffee in my Hogwarts mug. If it's nighttime, it must be green tea in my Paris mug.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Whatever you're going to do, do it now.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

That it's possible to change and that one person can definitely make a difference.

 

Charlene Williams is the author of the new book The Alchemy of Bridges

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