Memoirs, biographies, and more…this nonfiction round-up has a revealing memoir of a late award-winning writer, a personal look and social critique on addiction, a neurosurgeon’s exploration of death, and the full story of the standoff between Branch Davidians and the FBI. STILL PICTURES: On Photography and Memory by Janet Malcolm Available for download on Edelweiss […]
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New Edelweiss E-galleys (10/11/22)
Hello e-galley readers! Check out some of the exciting e-galleys that were recently added to Edelweiss for your downloading pleasure: WANDERING SOULS by Cecile Pin9781250863461 | 3/21/23 After the last American troops leave Vietnam, siblings Anh, Thanh, and Minh begin a perilous journey to Hong Kong with the promise that their parents and younger siblings […]
Happy Half Hour (10/3/22)
We’re back with Happy Half Hour! Today we have the ultimate revenge plan for one girl’s ex-boyfriend, the next Southern crime novel from S.A. Cosby, favorite fairy tales reimagined, and an insider look at the NYC restaurant scene. NEVER EVER GETTING BACK TOGETHER by Sophie Gonzales | 9781250819161 | 12/6/22MY DARKEST PRAYER by S.A. Cosby […]
Nonfiction This Month (9/26/22)
This month was packed full of new nonfiction titles, including these three releases—from the hunt for a serial killer nicknamed the Mad Butcher of Kingsbury Run in 1930s Cleveland, to one woman’s story of growing up in and escaping from a religious cult, and an exploration of the murder trial of Leopold and Loeb in […]
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 […]
Nonfiction Spotlight (9/14/22)
We’re taking a deep dive into history and food with the rules of romantic courtly love and how they shaped politics and diplomacy, and a revelatory memoir about working the front of the room at some of New York’s most glamorous restaurants over the course of half a century. THE TUDORS IN LOVE: Passion and […]
Starred Review Round-Up (8/9/22)
We’re seeing stars! These titles all received multiple starred reviews: LITTLE EVE by Catriona Ward9781250812650 | 10/11/22 “Ward works in so many motifs—Bible resonances, colonialism, science versus faith, and the pall of war, to name just a few—that the play of imagery is as engrossing as the plot twists, making this a rewarding outing from […]
Memoir Spotlight (8/3/22)
Today’s memoir spotlight includes a look at one man’s journey through life and his efforts to move past feelings of anger and isolation, and the stories of author Heather Morris as she finds strength in listening to others. DIRTBAG, MASSACHUSETTS: A CONFESSIONAL BY ISAAC FITZGERALD An Indie Next pick! “Journalist Fitzgerald weaves a raucous mosaic of […]
Sneak Peek: August 2022 Indie Next List
The August 2022 Indie Next list features 6 Macmillan titles! THE KINGDOMS OF SAVANNAH by George Dawes GreenISBN 9781250767448 | on sale 7/19/22 3 starred reviews! “Deeply rooted in Savannah’s at times horrific history, yet looking hopefully toward the future, this provocative page-turner is sure to enthrall a broad spectrum of readers. Green is writing at […]
Nonfiction Spotlight (6/8/22)
Today’s nonfiction spotlight brings us the story of an NFL coach who returns to his hometown in the face of tragedy to coach the local high school underdogs, and the life of a former New York City burlesque dancer who has already captured the attention of millions online. HOMETOWN VICTORY: A COACH’S STORY OF FOOTBALL, […]
