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Good Spring Reads

Calico Joe by John Grisham

Want some books that bring you to life, like the flowers blooming all around? Try these good books to read in spring.

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Behind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo

Monday May 7, 2012

Behind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine BooBehind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo was released early this year to much critical praise. Indeed, Boo's account of life in a Mumbai slum over several years is one of the stand outs of the year so far. Find out more about why this nonfiction narrative is a must read.

Cover Photo Courtesy Random House

Mother's Day Gift Books

Friday May 4, 2012

Some Assembly Required by Anne LamottMother's Day is just around the corner. Looking for a gift that is thoughtful but not too expensive? Here are some books that would make excellent Mother's Day gifts.

Cover Photo Courtesy Riverhead

Graduation Gift Books

Wednesday May 2, 2012

Graduation season is coming up. If you need a small gift for a high school or college graduate, consider a book. Here are some suggestion for books to give grads. You can also read readers' recommendations and add books that you think would make good graduation gifts.

May New Book Releases

Tuesday May 1, 2012

In One Person by John IrvingJohn Irving, Richard Ford and other literary big wigs, not to mention Charlaine Harris and your requisite beach reading: Here is the May 2012 Book Release Calendar.

Cover Photo Courtesy Simon & Schuster

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