You’ve officially made it halfway through the week, and we think you deserve a laugh! Whether you like your comedy in the form of fantasy and sci-fi, or from a comedian, we’re here to highlight all the forthcoming knee-slappers to add a little humor to your day. SURELY YOU CAN’T BE SERIOUS: The True Story […]
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New Edelweiss E-galleys (12/12/22)
Hello e-galley readers! Check out some of the exciting e-galleys that were recently added to Edelweiss for your downloading pleasure: THE CONTINENTAL AFFAIR by Christine Mangan9781250788481 | 8/22/23 Meet Henri and Louise. Two strangers, traveling alone, on the train from Belgrade to Istanbul. Except this isn’t the first time they have met. It’s the 1960s […]
New Edelweiss E-galleys (9/26/22)
Hello e-galley readers! Check out some of the exciting e-galleys that were recently added to Edelweiss for your downloading pleasure: THE MILITIA HOUSE by John MilasISBN 9781250857064 | on sale 7/11/23 It’s 2010, and the recently promoted Corporal Loyette and his unit are finishing up their deployment at a new base in Kajaki, Afghanistan. Their duties here are […]
Author Spotlight: Gary Janetti (4/20/22)
Gary Janetti made readers laugh out loud with DO YOU MIND IF I CANCEL?: (Things That Still Annoy Me), a chronicle of the pains and indignities of everyday existence. And now in START WITHOUT ME: (I’ll Be There in a Minute), he returns with a collection of true stories about the small moments that add […]
Upcoming Advance Access Events (3/17/22)
Join Gary Janetti in conversation with editor James Melia about his upcoming book START WITHOUT ME. March 31, 2022 @ 1:00PM ET Register Now More about START WITHOUT ME: From New York Times bestselling author, Family Guy writer, and HBO star Gary Janetti comes START WITHOUT ME, a collection of hilarious, laugh out loud, true […]
April 2021 LibraryReads List
You voted, they counted, and BROKEN (in the best possible way) by Jenny Lawson is a LibraryReads Pick for April 2021 + Sally Hepworth joins the Hall of Fame! BROKEN (in the best possible way) by Jenny LawsonISBN 9781250077035, on sale 4/6/21 “Her insights are eye-opening as she gives readers a first-hand view of the […]
Spotlight on U.S. (9/2/20)
Today’s spotlight on America is as varied as the country itself, with a memoir of growing up in a paper mill town, a Russian-American political history, graphic journalism following a refugee family, a humorous take on the 50 states, a call for national unity, and a history of American authoritarianism. MILL TOWN: Reckoning with What […]
Monday Motivation (5/11/20)
If the Sunday Scaries got to you, we have all the #MondayMotivation you’ll need to get through the week with a comedic take on surviving modern life and how to kill it in a job search. YOU’RE DOING GREAT!: And Other Reasons to Stay Alive by Tom Papa “Comedian Papa (YOUR DAD STOLE MY RAKE) […]
A Letter to Librarians from John Moe
John Moe’s popular podcast is coming out from your earbuds and onto the page with THE HILARIOUS WORLD OF DEPRESSION, a remarkable investigation of the disease, part memoir of his own journey, part treasure trove of laugh-out-loud stories and insights drawn from years of interviews with some of the most brilliant minds facing similar challenges. […]
GFA: Rom-Com Round-up! (4/21/20)
Hello genre readers! Let’s add a little love to our lives! Rom-coms are the perfect blend of heart and humor, and today’s Genre For All round-up features several forthcoming romantic comedies that are just the pick-me-up you may need. THE WRONG MR. DARCY by Evelyn Lozada with Holly Lörincz Pride and Prejudice meets basketball + […]