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Overview: New Fantasy Books to Read - First Half of 2015

Escape to the world of fantasy with these mesmerizing books coming out during the first six months of 2015, including new books by notable authors like Neil Gaiman and R. A. Salvatore!


Golden Son: Book II of The Red Rising Trilogy

Pierce Brown

Book two of the Golden Son series continues the story of Darrow, a rebel on Mars, in a book sure to please fans of series like The Hunger Games, Ender’s Game and Game of Thrones (1/6/15)

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Get in Trouble

Kelly Link

Called a “national treasure” by Neil Gaiman, Link’s newest collection of nine short stories has already delighted readers this year (2/3/15)

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Trigger Warning: Short Fictions and Disturbances

Neil Gaiman

Speaking of Neil Gaiman, the bestselling fantasy author is back with a new collection of short fiction pieces (2/3/15)

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Half the World

Joe Abercrombie

If you’re interested in a fantasy series that George R.R. Martin “refused to let go” - check out book two in Abercrombie’s Shattered Sea series (2/17/15)

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The Buried Giant: A novel

Kazuo Ishiguro

Ishiguro’s first novel in a decade focuses on Axl and Beatrice, elderly Britons, who must take a journey and face ogres, warriors, dragons and more to find their son again (3/3/15)

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Vengeance of the Iron Dwarf (Companions Codex)

R. A. Salvatore

Continue following the dark elf Drizzt Do’Urden in this third book of the Companions Codex, #27 in the entire Drizzt series (3/3/15)

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Madness in Solidar: The Ninth Book of the Imager Portfolio

L. E. Modesitt Jr.

Solidar's Collegium of Imagers is in decline - will Alastar, a talented Imager, be able to save the region? (3/3/15)

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Dead Heat

Patricia Briggs

Fans of fantasy and romance will enjoy the fourth book in the Alpha & Omega series - especially if you like books about werewolves and/or horses (3/3/15)

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The Skull Throne

Peter V. Brett

Book 4 in the Demon Cycle Series highlights the saga of human kind as they face night-stalking demons - but now, the Skull Throne of Krasia stands empty. How will the survivors manage if they cannot band together under a united throne? (3/31/15)

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Top 20 Pinterest Boards for Readers

Looking for Pinterest boards to check out some new books? Buy gifts for fellow bookworms? Get some ideas on how to store your book collection (that seems to magically grow without you even realizing it)?

Check out these top 20 Pinterest boards for readers - all boards listed below have been active within the past 5 weeks so they're likely to keep updating!

  • Bookworm by Maureen Jordan: Inspirational quotes and book recommendations (Over 400 pins, 56k followers)
  • All Things Books by Mandy Hoffman: Need some cute pick-me-up quotes for bookworms? Get them here (Over 1.1k pins, 700 followers)
  • Bookery by Kris Irvin: Cute quotes but also great gift ideas for book lovers (Over 400 pins, 50 followers)
  • Book Community Board: "This is a board for #book #recommendations (see also jellybooks.com) and for images of libraries, book shops, book art, book cartoons, people reading books, etc. Please pin in moderation as this board has over 2,500 contributors" (Over 138k pins, 51k followers)

Dont you ever do anything besides read

  • Books by Jane Wang: "A respect for books was an unspoken given when I was growing up and I was encouraged to read good books because there was no time to read all books." (Over 400 pins, 2 million followers)
  • Books! I can't get enough! by Gretchen"Liked, loved, and want to read. Reviews and book related fun." (Over 2k pins, 4k followers)
  • I am a bookworm by Sonya Sanford: Primarily cuteness and general humor for those who love to read (Over 6k pins, 1.4k followers)
  • Random House: Their official Pinterest board - "The images and ideas that are inspiring us at Random House" (Over 2k pins, 7k followers)

I have a terrible sleeping disorder

  • Book Club Snacks by Tina Tretinjak: Exactly what the title says - ideas for snacks for your book club meetings (Over 50 pins, 100 followers)
  • Apps & Book Club Snacks by Rachel Harris: More options to check out for book club snack ideas (Over 150 pins, 180 followers)
  • Goodreads: "Goodreads is the world's largest site for readers and book recommendations," so they have a ton of great boards to follow depending on the genres you like (Over 1.5k pins, 68k followers)
  • Penguin Random House: Too many excellent boards to choose from, personal favorite would have to be the Literary Tattoos board (Over 6.6k pins, 1.4 million followers)

There is no bookaholics anonymous

  • Romance Novel Junkies Reviews by Risque Beauti: Fans of romance novels will want to check out these books and the reviews (Over 140 pins, 1.3k followers)
  • Best Young Adult Fiction: Several collaborators add to this board with the claim of "Great YA Fiction that is worth reading and promoting in school libraries" (Over 60 pins, 230 followers)
  • ! Sci-Fi & Fantasy Books: "Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book Board. Pin book covers or reviews of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Paranormal, Magic, and all the sub-genres." (Over 600 pins, 3k followers)
  • Barnes & Noble: The official Pinterest account for Barnes & Noble - absolutely loving the "Jokes for Book Nerds" board in particular (Over 2k pins, 7k followers)

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Overview: New Romance Books to Read - First Half of 2015

2015 has already been a pretty bizarre year for cold weather - as we ride out the remaining wintry mixes, use these upcoming romance novels from the first half of the year to warm yourself up!


Obsession in Death

J.D. Robb

Under Nora Roberts’ pseudonym, #40 of the In Death series focuses on Eve Dallas, a lieutenant solving crimes for the NYPSD, who has found herself to be the focus of one murderer’s obsession (2/10/15)

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Prodigal Son: A Novel

Danielle Steel

With over 350 5-star reviews already on Amazon, Danielle Steel’s latest romance novel is one you can’t afford to miss (2/24/2015)

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Last One Home

Debbie Macomber

Three sisters have been driven apart by dramatic life events, but now in their thirties, this atypical romance novel brings women together as the characters find their ways back home (3/10/15)

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Confess: A Novel

Colleen Hoover

Hoover’s latest novel already has over 550 5-star reviews on Amazon with her story of Auburn Reed, her new relationship and one very important confession (3/10/15)

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The Shadows

J.R. Ward

Continue following the Black Dagger Brotherhood with Trez, a pimp and enforcer running away from a life of sexual servitude (3/31/15)

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At the Water’s Edge

Sara Grue

By the same author who brought us Water for Elephants, Gruen brings us the tale of Madeline Hyde as she lives through World War II (3/31/15)

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Mate Bond

Jennifer Ashley

Two powerful wolf shifters must reach an elusive soul mate bond or die trying as they attempt to save their Shiftertown in North Carolina (4/7/15)

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The Liar

Nora Roberts

Nora Roberts is at it again with her novel about Shelby Foxworth, a widow left with a mountain of debt, but also a target on her back (4/14/15)

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Beauty’s Kingdom

Anne Rice

Continuing where she left off in Beauty’s Release, Beauty and her husband bring a new era to their land - through sexual ecstasy in this erotica novel for mature audiences (4/21/15)

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Beach Town

Mary Kay Andrews

Greer Hennessy is at odds with a Florida town mayor, but how will their conflict play out with true love at hand? (5/19/15)

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The Perfect Letter: A Novel

Chris Harrison

Chris Harrison, host of ABC’s The Batchelor, brings his own experiences with love to life in his first novel (5/19/15)

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Overview: New Memoir & Biographies to Read - First Half of 2015

Learn through the eyes of famous phenoms like Steve Jobs, Tim Gunn, Connor Franta and more with these upcoming memoirs and biographies for 2015.


Almost Famous Women: Storiess

Megan Mayhew Bergman

Bergman brings to life stories of women across all walks of life and the fascinating things they’ve achieved (1/6/15)

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I Hate Myselfie: A Collection of Essays

Shane Dawson

Since 2008, Shane Dawson has been vlogging and spoofing music videos. Now he’s offering a greater glimpse of his life as an introvert with eighteen personal essays (3/10/15)

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Becoming Steve Jobs: The Evolution of a Reckless Upstart into a Visionary Leader

Brent Schlender and Rick Tetzeli

Discover the truth about the business idol Steve Jobs, one of the most famous CEOs in history, thanks to the investigative research done by Schlender and Tetzeli (3/24/15)

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Tim Gunn: The Natty Professor: A Master Class on Mentoring, Motivating, and Making It Work

Tim Gunn

Known for his time on Project Runway (and, naturally, Under the Gunn), Tim Gunn shares his life lessons on mentorship this time in book format (3/24/15)

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Going Off Script: How I Survived a Crazy Childhood, Cancer, and Clooney's 32 On-Screen Rejections

Giuliana Rancic

Giuliana Rancic, notable A-lister interviewer and Fashion Police member, inspires with her upcoming memoir (4/7/15)

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And the Good News Is...: Lessons and Advice from the Bright Side

Dana Perino

Perino shares inside stories of her journey through politics, TV and the White House (4/21/15)

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A Work in Progress: A Memoir

Connor Franta

Connor Franta, Internet sensation extraordinaire, shares his story and journey from childhood in a small Midwestern town to founding Common Culture Coffee (4/21/15)

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You Deserve a Drink: Boozy Misadventures and Tales of Debauchery

Mamrie Hart

You Deserve a Drink: Boozy Misadventures and Tales of Debauchery by Mamrie Hart - Host of the YouTube hit show “You Deserve a Drink,” Hart has pulled together her drinking stories (and experiences with hangovers) into what looks to be an excellent memoir (5/26/15)

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Overview: New Young Adult Books to Read - First Half of 2015

Teens and fans of young adult series will be excited to see the line-up this year - genres spanning from fantasy to sci-fi to modern day high-school, follow these teens throughout 2015 as they overcome insurmountable odds:


All the Bright Places 

Jennifer Niven

Soon to be a movie featuring Elle Fanning, Niven (author of The Ice Master) leads readers along as Violet, the popular girl, and Finch, the school freak, both end up on the same tower together contemplating suicide (1/6/15)

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Overview: New Literary Fiction Novels to Read - First Half of 2015

Look for these new literary books in 2015 to curl up with and escape or a day or two!


Honeydew: Stories

Edith Pearlman

One of the leading writers for the short story genre, Pearlman’s latest collection is a necessity for any fan of the form (1/6/15)

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The Girl on the Train: A Novel

Paula Hawkins

If you were a fan of the movie Gone Girl, critics are saying you’ll love this thriller too (1/13/15)

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Sweetland: A Novel

Michael Crummey

Moses Sweetland lives in a dying Newfoundland community that has been bought out by the government to relocate - only Sweetland refuses the offer and whose love of his ancestors’ land is put to the test (1/19/15)

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The Nightingale

Kristin Hannah

World War II aficionados will love this novel based on two sisters in a small French village during the war, dealing with moral ambiguities in a time of great stress and challenges (2/3/15)

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A Spool of Blue Thread: A novel

Anne Tyler

Follow the Whitshank family from their humble beginnings in the 1920s in Baltimore to the grandchildren continuing the Whitshank legacy in this poignant novel (2/10/15)

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The Harder They Come

T.C. Boyle

Inspired by a true story, Boyle’s newest book offers deep psychological insights on the American soul (3/31/15)

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God Help the Child

Toni Morrison

Coming in April, read Morrison’s first ever novel set in the current time and day and learn how childhood moments can deeply impact an adult’s life (4/21/15)

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The Beautiful Daughters

Nicole Baart

Two best friends must face reality as their worlds are torn apart by tragedy - but years later, the mystery of Piperhall pulls them back together again, for better or worse (4/28/15)

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