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Books to Read if You Like Robin Hobb

Regardless if for children or adults, the fantasy and science fiction genre is perfect for readers looking to be immersed into a world different from their own. Whether it's mythological creatures, futuristic civilizations, or modern-day witches and wizards you seek, we've got the perfect new releases for you. Check out our favorite books to read for fans of Robin Hobb!

The Step God's Curse

by Gregory Sherrow

Release Date: September 18, 2022

In 1851 Veracruz, Mexico is no paradise. Pursued by a man cursed to live forever by one of her own ancestors, nineteen-year-old Isabel finds herself in possession of a family heirloom with a terrible secret and a connection to the old gods of Mexico. Called “a sublime supernatural thrill” by Yarrott Benz, author of The Bone Bridge, it will pull you in with its authenticity and riveting storyline.

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The Bush Clinic (The Tribal Wars Book 1)

by Stella Atrium

Release Date: August 15, 2022

A space colonization story about seeking independence and home rule in the face of corporate greed. Tribal women bind together in a war zone where they are discounted as not important enough to save or keep safe. BookLife Review Editor’s Pick, 10/31 issue!

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The Reginnaglar Ceremony (Adelheid Book 2)

by D.C. Haenlien

Release Date: October 27, 2022

Worthiness isn't given but taken. Adelheid must prove her right to the throne by undergoing the Reginnaglar Ceremony. Aiding her in her quest are her future knights, but danger isn't limited to the monsters inside the dungeon or even within.

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Fire And Fury (One U.G.L.Y. Marine Book 6)

by Michael Anderle

Release Date: October 15, 2022

This is the final stand for Vale and its system against the Komran Empire. The only way to avoid defeat is to accept extreme measures. While the military are prepared to go to whatever lengths are necessary to repel the Komran once and for all, the Council frets about what is to become of their precious society and their social standing once it is all over...

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Dance of Kings and Thieves (The Broken Kingdoms Book 6)

by LJ Andrews

Release Date: October 20, 2022

Welcome to the final stand in the Eastern Kingdom. Where the stakes are higher, the battles are darker, and the romance is spicier. A wicked spin on Cinderalla comes to a head in the final battle of thieves and kings.

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Space Troopers: The Complete Series

by Jamie McFarlane & Rachel Aukes

Release Date: November 1, 2022

Get the Space Troopers Box Set, featuring all three books in the action-packed Military Sci-Fi series from bestsellers Jamie McFarlane and Rachel Aukes. Join the elite at Space Academy and fulfill your destiny today!

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7 Literary Fiction Books to Add to Your TBR List

Looking for a new literary fiction book to get immersed in this month? We've curated a list of 7 new releases that will make the perfect addition to your "to be read" (TBR) list. Don't miss out on these must-reads!

The Christmas Charm

by Deanna Lynn Sletten

Release Date: November 1, 2022

Jessica dreads going home for Christmas. Ever since the death of her grandmother, she no longer has a buffer between her and her mother. The tension stems back two decades after the death of Jess’s sister Elaina, and they can’t come to a truce. Can a beloved family heirloom and the traditions of the past finally bring this broken family together?

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We Are the Light

by Matthew Quick

Release Date: November 1, 2022

From Matthew Quick, the New York Times bestselling author of The Silver Linings Playbook—made into the Academy Award–winning movie starring Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper—comes a poignant and hopeful novel about a widower who takes in a grieving teenager and inspires a magical revival in their small town.

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Well Behaved Wives

by Amy Sue Nathan

Release Date: November 1, 2022

Law school graduate and newlywed Ruth Appelbaum is acclimating to life and marriage in a posh Philadelphia neighborhood. She’ll do almost anything to endear herself to her mother-in-law, who’s already signed up Ruth for etiquette lessons conducted by the impeccably accessorized tutor Lillian Diamond. But Ruth brings something fresh to the small circle of housewives—sharp wit, honesty, and an independent streak that won’t be compromised.

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Gilded Mountain

by Kate Manning

Release Date: November 1, 2022

Drawn from true stories of Colorado history, Gilded Mountain is a tale of a bygone American West seized by robber barons and settled by immigrants, and is a story infused with longing—for self-expression and equality, freedom and adventure.

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The Best American Short Stories 2022

by Andrew Sean Greer & Heidi Pitlor

Release Date: November 1, 2022

A collection of the year’s best short stories, selected by Pulitzer Prize winner Andrew Sean Greer and series editor Heidi Pitlor. Andrew Sean Greer, “an exceptionally lovely writer, capable of mingling humor with sharp poignancy” (Washington Post), selects twenty stories out of thousands that represent the best examples of the form published the previous year.

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The Dilemma

by Julia Roberts

Release Date: October 26, 2022

My child means everything to me. But saving his life means destroying my best friend’s family... An absolutely gripping and emotional read about the choices and sacrifices we make for those we love. Fans of Liane Moriarty, Amanda Prowse and Susan Lewis will love The Dilemma.

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Books to Read if You Like Danielle Steel

Whether you're looking for the allure of a sexy hunk to read all about, or you're looking for something a bit sweeter to get wrapped up in, we have the best new romance books for you! Check out these new releases for fans of Danielle Steel.

Four Always

by Stephanie Brother

Release Date: November 1, 2022

I have a secret. Four of them, actually. They’re big and strong and make their living taking off their clothes for adoring fans. But they’ve been giving me private shows for free.

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Olivia

by Brooke Ramsey

Release Date: October 3, 2022

Revenge is a dish best served cold. But it might cost you everything you love. In this heart-racing murder mystery romance, a sister desperate for answers and a newly recruited FBI agent desperate to prove himself team up on a high-risk mission.

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Highlands Christmas: Wishes Come True

by Amy Quick Parrish

Release Date: October 25, 2022

Inheriting a stately stone cottage in the Scottish Highlands is a dream come true for newly single American interior designer Melissa MacKenzie. But is this miraculous windfall too good to be true? Melissa must cross an ocean to end up right where she belongs... because home is where the heart is. Highlands Christmas is a romantic and delightful novella that will set hearts afire.

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How to Kiss Your Grumpy Boss (How to Kiss a Hawthorne Brother Book 2)

by Jenny Proctor

Release Date: November 1, 2022

Perry Hawthorne is my boss. Only my boss. And I do NOT have a crush. When one of THE Hawthorne brothers—known by their chiseled jawlines and their family-run farm and event center—hires me to be his virtual assistant, I do everything I can to keep him firmly in the work zone. His grumpy demeanor helps. His smoking hot profile picture does not... How to Kiss Your Grumpy Boss is a sweet romantic comedy with all the sizzling kisses you want in a closed-door romance.

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Corrupted Chaos

by Shain Rose

Release Date: October 27, 2022

Cade Armanelli might be an infamous hacker with billionaire status who operates better alone, but I earned my spot working alongside him... Whether he likes it or not. It’s precisely why I’m on the first plane to an undisclosed location for our cybersecurity team retreat. I’m ready to prove to our company that I can handle anything... Except sharing a cabin and a bed with my meticulous, elusive boss.

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Simply Mine

by Laura Pavlov

Release Date: October 20, 2022

He’s my best friend’s older brother. He was also my teenage crush and completely out of reach. But we had our secrets—moments that nobody knew about. I’d tucked them away in a safe place, and that’s where I’d planned to keep them. He’d moved to the city, and I’d moved on. But now he was back in Honey Mountain for a few weeks. And he’d found endless reasons to spend time with me. What started out as rekindling our friendship turned into a different kind of… stroking the fire.

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Books to Read for Fans of Henning Mankell

Looking for a new book full of thrilling high-speed chases, mind-boggling mysteries, and characters that will have you racing to pick up the next book? We've curated a list of the best new mystery and thriller releases for fans of Henning Mankell. Happy Reading!

Unjust Bias (DI Gus McGuire Book 8)

by Liz Mistry

Release Date: August 4, 2022

British Detective Fiction. DI Gus McGuire will do anything to protect his friends, even when that puts himself at risk. However, when an unsolved murder with links to the local community and the murder and torture of a trans child appear to be linked, Gus finds himself pulled between family, work and friends. A fast-paced, gritty serial killer novel.

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Little Loose Ends (Hudson Valley Series Book 2)

by Bonnie Traymore

Release Date: October 9, 2022

After a series of events that would have put anyone over the edge, all Victoria wants is for her life to go back to normal. But now a threat from her past has resurfaced. Are the troubling text messages he's sending a genuine threat, or is he just playing with her head? The more she uncovers, the more she knows he'll stop at nothing to get her.

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Halloween Party Murder (Juniper Holiday Cozy Mystery Book 1)

by Leighann Dobbs

Release Date: October 13, 2022

A fun & cozy Halloween mystery in a new holiday series from USA Today Bestselling Author Leighann Dobbs. A dead body puts a damper on Juniper Holiday's famous Halloween party and she's on the suspect list! Can Juniper unmask the killer before stuffy Detective Desmond Mallard cuffs the wrong perp? A few friendly ghosts make this lightly paranormal.

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The Quarry Girls

by Jess Lourey

Release Date: November 1, 2022

Killers hiding in plain sight. Small-town secrets. A girl who knows too much. From the Amazon Charts bestselling author of Unspeakable Things and Bloodline comes a nerve-twisting novel inspired by a shocking true crime.

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The Break

by Katie Sise

Release Date: November 1, 2022

Can she trust the people she loves? Can she trust herself? A new mother is pushed to the edge in a provocative thriller by the Amazon Charts bestselling author of Open House.

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Over Her Dead Body

by Susan Walter

Release Date: November 1, 2022

Ashley Brooks’s life isn’t working out as planned. After years of struggling to make it in Hollywood, she’s still waiting for her big break. When fate leads her to the doorstep of legendary casting director Louisa Lake George, Ashley thinks her luck is about to change: the prickly old pro knows about a role she’s perfect for. The aspiring actress never gets to thank her, though, because the day after the audition, Louisa is dead. The bigger shock—she left all her money to Ashley.

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Interview with Stephanie Brother, Author of Four Always

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Four Always?

Four Always started with an idea for a funny meet-cute: a young woman who was sheltered in her upbringing is making a bakery delivery to Club Red, a new male revue club that's opened in her small touristy island town. The club turns out to be owned by four brothers who also dance and strip, and when they open the box she brings, she finds out it's filled with small penis-shaped cookies intended for a bachelorette party. She's dazzled by the men's looks, but also supremely uncomfortable being surrounded by them while they make anatomy jokes.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Four Always, what would they be?

A silly answer is "Like a Virgin" by Madonna. My main character, Jade, isn't a virgin, but she's never experienced anything like she does after she meets the Stanton brothers. More seriously, I’d say "Beautiful" by Christina Aguilera, because as the story progresses, Jade, a plus-size woman, becomes aware of all of the negative thoughts about herself that have always filled her head (don’t we all have those?) and she learns to interrupt them as she realizes how beautiful and strong she is.

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

I've always been a big softie, which is why romance is, and always has been, my favorite genre to read and to write. Give me quirky characters in difficult situations and I'm hooked. Romance is both incredibly exciting and a great comfort, and that’s a powerful combination.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Unless I’m on vacation, it's hard to find time to read. I’ve really gotten into audiobooks because they allow me to enjoy books while I’m doing things like driving, exercising, and cleaning.

In honor of October, I just finished listening to Cackle by Rachel Harrison. I’m in the middle of The Queen and the Cure by Amy Harmon, and Love on the Brain by Ali Hazelwood is next up.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

My shy heroine never thought she'd set foot in a strip club (her family highly disapproves!) so I loved writing about her not only going to Club Red, but being unexpectedly pulled up on stage by the Stanton brothers for a not-so-private lap dance. To soothe her nerves, she ends up getting drunk at the show, and that was a lot of fun to write.

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

In the summer, I love to write outdoors. I take my laptop to interesting places and get a lot of inspiration from people watching. In the winter, I have a thermos of chamomile tea that I keep on my desk, and a blanket with arms to keep me warm.

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

Make the world a happier place.

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

A message that threads through all of my books is that love is powerful and love prevails. In Four Always specifically, and in many of my novels, I also hope readers get the message that they're worthy of love, and of finding a man (or four men!) who treat them the way they deserve to be treated.

Stephanie Brother is the author of the new book Four Always

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Interview with D.C. Haenlien, Author of The Reginnaglar Ceremony

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Reginnaglar Ceremony?

You know in many fantasies, how an evil conquering empire is always an antagonist? Right, I wanted to read a story about the evil empire, only it's about how one of them rose to power and becomes more ruthless and cold-blooded in the process.

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

Progression fantasy, and yes, it is my favorite genre.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Legends & Lattes and NieR Automata.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

I have a soft spot for any scene involving cooking, but favorite would have to be the knighting scene at the end of the story. The vows reflect the side characters relationship with the main character in a way that I love.

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

Does heightened productivity after midnight count?

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

Not particularly. If I had to force one, write what you enjoy?

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

Regret is forever.

D.C. Haenlien is the author of the new book The Reginnaglar Ceremony

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Interview with Brooke Ramsey, Author of Olivia

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Olivia?

What would you do if your sister went missing and the police couldn’t find her? Would you wait for answers? Or would you find the answers yourself? Anna, the heroine in Olivia, is perhaps my alter ego. She is self-sacrificing, and courageous and goes after what she wants no matter what it costs her. She’s inherently flawed, yet my readers love her.

Anna was my inspiration for this story. Once I had ‘Anna’ in my mind, the rest of the story came together easily. While Anna’s personality and Christian Fiction might not seem to go together at first glance, Olivia is ultimately a story of healing, forgiveness, and doing what is right.

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

Lady Gaga - Hold My Hand.

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

I write the kind of books I like to read... Christian romantic suspense, and romantic thrillers.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Vanish by Lynn Shannon and Buried Deception by Amanda McKinney.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

The final action scene... I grew up with two brothers and watched a lot of action movies! Edge-of-your-seat action scenes are always my favorite to write.

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

A completely silent room. I can't stand any noise at all.

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

Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today.

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

I want the characters to feel like friends. I want my readers to miss them when the book is finished.

Brooke Ramsey is the author of the new book Olivia

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Interview with Gregory Sherrow, Author of The Step God's Curse

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Step God's Curse?

I had the most amazing online Spanish tutor, Juan Pablo in Oaxaca, Mexico, who challenged me to write three short stories in Spanish. At that time, he had no idea that I was writing fiction on the side and only intended me to write a paragraph or so for each story. But when I sat down to write the first one, something clicked, and I never got to the other two.

To say I got carried away would be a massive understatement. I quickly switched to expanding the story in English, which given my Spanish abilities, was no great loss to Spanish literature, and the story began to take on the form that you find in the book. At the end of the day, if it weren’t for Juan Pablo’s support, encouragement, and help with tracking down details of 19th century Veracruz that were only available in Spanish language archives in Mexico, The Step God’s Curse probably wouldn’t exist.

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

My reading crosses several genres that I really enjoy, so it’s hard to pick just one. I jump around among magical realism, contemporary literature, technothrillers, and sub-genres like historical fantasy. Naturally, this ends up influencing my storylines which typically cross genres.

This used to be taboo in publishing but, fortunately, that is changing. Readers have always enjoyed stories that cross genres, but publishers have traditionally found it difficult to market books in that way. Improved communication between readers, closer connections between authors and their audiences, plus the rise of independent publishing and self-publishing have made it possible for readers to get more of what they enjoy.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

It’s more like a TBR monolith. A few on the top are Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel, The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Termination Shock by Neal Stephenson, and Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

I greatly enjoyed writing the connected train and hacienda scenes, when the protagonist and antagonist formally meet. For me, it was the perfect mix of geeking out on historical details while weaving together sexual tensions among the characters with an undercurrent of malignant motivations.

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

I have gotten in the habit of writing in a new place for every book as a way of clearing my head of the last one and moving into the creative space of the next. I have no idea how long the spirits of my previous novels last in those places, so I might one day run out of locations.

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

I’ve been absorbing a lot of stoic philosophy over the last few years, especially as interpreted by Donald Robertson. It’s not the misunderstood “suffer in silence” kind of stoicism but an acceptance of the imperfection of life. It has helped me achieve a tremendous amount and greatly reduced my feelings of daily stress.

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

Naturally, they should remember it as the book that they most enjoyed reading this year, right? But in all seriousness, I’d like one of the underlying themes to bubble up in their heads while they are doing the dishes, bushing their teeth, or some other mindless activity.

One theme in particular is the idea that people often engineer their own downfall. The antagonist in The Step God’s Curse wasn’t forced into taking the actions that ultimately led to his demise, and it wasn’t just one action that sealed his fate but a series of decisions underpinned by hubris and a lack of respect for others.

Gregory Sherrow is the author of the new book The Step God's Curse

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Interview with Deanna Lynn Sletten, Author of The Christmas Charm

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Christmas Charm?

I love Christmas traditions and passing down heirlooms throughout the generations. I wanted to write a story where a special gift from the past helps to remind a family about the importance of staying together.

It started with the idea of a Christmas star charm necklace and continued from there. I hadn’t meant to make it a dual-timeline story, but once I started writing it, I realized how important telling snippets of the grandparents’ past was to the story. I fell in love with the characters and enjoyed writing their story.

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

My reading tastes have changed throughout the years. I used to read novels by Danielle Steel, Nicholas Sparks, Barbara Delinsky, etc., and really enjoyed them. Now, I enjoy historical fiction novels as well as biographies and history books. Much of my reading is research for the books I write, too. I’m also a big fan of Alice Hoffman, Stephen King, and Paula Brackston. For classics I enjoy everything by F. Scott Fitzgerald and Truman Capote. I guess you’d say my reading preferences are all over the place.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I’m currently reading Fairy Tale by Stephen King, and am really enjoying it. My TBR pile is basically a pile of books on my nightstand and in my Kindle that I hope to get to at some point. The Clockmaker’s Daughter by Kate Morton and The Second Mrs. Astor by Shana Abe are two in my Kindle that I can’t wait to get to.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

My favorite scene to write was the final confrontation between Jess and her mother. I won’t go into details, but I always love a good fight when family members can finally clear the air.

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

No quirky writing habits. I do write mostly at night from 10:00 pm – 1:00 am, and also in the afternoons. I like silence when I write so I can stay focused on the project.

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

I hope readers walk away from my story feeling happy and satisfied with the ending. I want them to feel that no matter how bad things can be at times, there is always a way to work toward righting them.

Deanna Lynn Sletten is the author of the new book The Christmas Charm

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Interview with Bonnie Traymore, Author of Little Loose Ends

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Little Loose Ends?

It's a stand-alone sequel to Killer Motives but it's a bit different. The first book was a whodunnit. This one is a true thriller. The main character, Victoria, needed to confront something from her past, a traumatic event that's unfortunately way too common. I also wanted to explore the fine line between justice and revenge, and how far would someone go to protect their family.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Little Loose Ends, what would they be?

Where Have All the Cowboys Gone was running through my head when Victoria met the hot detective in Arizona!

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

Mystery/thriller is my favorite, so yes, but I also read other genres, such as romance or historical fiction.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I'm reading Karen Slaughter's new book now, Girl Forgotten. It's great so far!

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

The climax with the twist for sure was the most to write. I wrote it early on, but I revised it until the last possible minute.

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

I like to get up early (3 a.m. or so) and write in the dark when everyone's sleeping. It's my only time. I teach full time, so I'm too tired after work.

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

Carpe diem!

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

Be careful who you mess with, especially a mom protecting her child.