A huge thanks to everyone who attended today’s “True Crime, Thrillers and Mysteries, Oh My!” webinar with Booklist! Here are all the titles we talked about, plus you can watch the archived webinar here: THE BLAME GAME by Sandie JonesSTAY AWAKE by Megan GoldinDIRT CREEK by Hayley ScrivenorDAISY DARKER by Alice FeeneyAMERICAN DEMON: Eliot Ness […]
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Sneak Peek: May 2022 Indie Next List
The May 2022 Indie Next list features 5 Macmillan titles! NETTLE & BONE by T. KingfisherISBN 9781250244048 | on sale 4/26/22 3 starred reviews! “[T]he characters of the main party are lovable and easy to root for, and seeing how the next happily-ever-after trope will be subverted is a big part of the fun.”–Booklist, starred review “Blending […]
True Crime Spotlight (3/15/22)
We’re diving into true crime in this spotlight with the story of a landmark sexual assault investigation, a memoir about cracking America’s toughest cold cases, a fascinating tale of poisons and poisonous deeds, and a look at psychopathy from a leading expert. TELL ME EVERYTHING: The Story of a Private Investigation by Erika Krouse 2 starred […]
New Edelweiss E-galleys (3/7/22)
Hello e-galley readers! Check out some of the exciting e-galleys that were recently added to Edelweiss for your downloading pleasure: JUST LIKE HOME by Sarah GaileyISBN 9781250174727 | on sale 7/19/22 “Come home.” Vera’s mother called and Vera obeyed. In spite of their long estrangement, in spite of the memories — she’s come home, back […]
For Your Consideration: April 2022 LibraryReads Titles
Download, read, and vote for your favorite April titles for the April 2022 LibraryReads list! Votes due March 1! LITTLE SOULS by Sandra DallasISBN 9781250277886 | on sale 4/26/22Download on Edelweiss or NetGalley Set in Denver against the backdrop of an epidemic that feels all too familiar, LITTLE SOULS is a compelling tale of sisterhood and of the sacrifices people make to […]
2022 Edgar Award Nominees!
The Mystery Writers of America has announced the 2022 Edgar Award nominees, and Macmillan has 5 contenders! Best Novel RAZORBLADE TEARS by S. A. Cosby Best Paperback Original THE ALBUM OF DR. MOREAU by Daryl Gregory Best Fact Crime LAST CALL: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York by Elon […]
Crime and Murder Spotlight (1/25/22)
We’re diving into crime fiction and nonfiction in this spotlight with a novel about murder and the dangers of storytelling + a bestselling author/journalist unravels one couple‘s lethal relationship. DEVIL HOUSE by John Darnielle 2 starred reviews and an Indie Next pick! “An impressively meta work that delivers the pleasures of true-crime while skewering it.”–Kirkus Reviews, […]
Day’s YA: DAUGHTER
DAUGHTER by Kate McLaughlin97812508174403/8/21Wednesday BooksAges 13-18 E-galley available on Edelweiss and NetGalley Scarlet has spent her whole life living with her overprotective mother who she loves, but also resents for keeping her from having a normal teenage life. She’s not allowed to date, have sleepovers, or go to parties. But when an FBI agent shows […]
Thriller Thursday (7/29/21)
Five friends face secrets, cults, and blackmail + the life of a murderer after his conviction = this thriller Thursday. FIERCE LITTLE THING by Miranda Beverly-Whittemore “A compelling study of power, sociopathy, and the possibilities of survival.”–Kirkus Reviews, starred review COUPLE FOUND SLAIN: After a Family Murder by Mikita Brottman “In this sobering account, psychoanalyst […]
Thriller Thursday (7/22/21)
This thriller Thursday brings a mix of nonfiction and fiction with the true story of a New York socialite accused of murdering his father + a genealogist uncovers the truth behind an elusive artist. GOLDEN BOY: A Murder Among the Manhattan Elite by John Glatt “A tragic character study at the intersection of wealth, privilege, […]
