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"This event was a scam."
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Is 'Where the Wild Things Are' Really Getting Banned From Some Schools?
The book faced a lot of bans when it was first published.
What Are All the ‘Will Trent’ Books in Order? Inside the Novels That Inspired the Show
‘Will Trent’ centers on a Georgia Bureau of Investigations special agent with dyslexia that was abandoned in the foster care system.
When Will the 'Verity' Movie Adaptation of Colleen Hoover's Book Come Out?
The story is juicy and the cast is huge. 'Verity' will be well worth the wait.
Here's How to Download Your Books from Kindle to Computer — and You Should Do It Today
Once upon a time, Amazon unironically removed George Orwell's '1984' from all Kindle devices.
'Freckleface Strawberry' Promotes Self-Acceptance — So Why Is It Banned in Some Schools?
"Shocking. Apparently loving yourself is too powerful now." — @caitmiersphotography on Instagram
‘Onyx Storm’ Readers Are Confused: Here's Why BookTok Is Having a Total Meltdown
"I’m on Chapter 6 and very confused. Hoping the rest of the book answers my millions of questions."
Fans of the Empyrean Series Think Rebecca Yarros’s Books Are Mormon-Coded
Rebecca Yarros might not be Mormon, but some of her writing gives off that vibe.
Rebecca Yarros Captivates Fans in Her 'Fourth Wing' World, but What Is Her Net Worth?
"What are we doing and why are we going and why is this happening?"
Sadly ‘Onyx Storm’ Has Yet to Arrive on Kindle Unlimited
Patience is a virtue.
'Onyx Storm' Sold Out at Target the Day It Released — Here’s Why It Might Be Restocked
"It’s obvious they were totally underprepared to handle this."
A Closer Look at Neil Gaiman's Relationship With the Church of Scientology
Is Neil Gaiman a scientologist? Let's break down the rumors!
Will Jamie Fraser Survive It All, or Is a Tragic End Written in the 'Outlander' Books?
Author Diana Gabaldon has already shared that Season 8 of 'Outlander' will differ from the books.
The "Wirral Reader" TikTok Prank Is Funny — Too Bad The Target Can't Read the Comments
"I wish we could leave voice memos as comments so she’d be able to know what we’re saying."
Who Owns StoryGraph? Meet the Founder Behind the Popular Book Recommendation Platform
StoryGraph, the independent book app rivaling Goodreads, was built from scratch by one determined woman with a deep love of books.
How to Import Goodreads Data to StoryGraph: Steps to Making a Successful Transfer
A bunch of people are leaving Goodreads for Storygraph. Here's what you need to know if you're one of them!
Guy Mansplains 'The Handmaid's Tale' to Margaret Atwood on Election Day — Again
"Did you even read your own book?"
Best-Selling Author John Green Announces New Book, 'Everything Is Tuberculosis'
John Green's new nonfiction book, 'Everything Is Tuberculosis,' will be released on March 18, 2025.
Author Abby Jimenez Emotionally Thanks Her High School Creative Writing Teacher, Showing How Teachers Shape Lives
“You made me love writing. You were so encouraging. It was the only class I liked in high school, and I kept everything I ever wrote in your class.”
Woman Bumps Into Brandon Sanderson While Shopping for His Book at Barnes & Noble
How wild would it be to bump into the author of the book you’re shopping for? That’s exactly what happened to Megan Moeai!
Acclaimed Novelist Tina McElroy Ansa Dies at 74 — What Was Her Cause of Death?
Award-winning author Tina McElroy Ansa passed away on Sept. 11, 2024.
What Is Marine-Grade Polymer and Why Is Author Colleen Hoover So Obsessed With It?
"Where is marine-grade polymer chair when I need one?"
BookTokers Aren't Happy With the NSFW Press Box for 'The Pairing'
BookTok users are unhappy that a sex toy was included in the press box from St. Martin's Press.
There's No Right Order to Read Colleen Hoover's Books In
A comprehensive guide to all of the novels and novellas Colleen Hoover has published.
Colleen Hoover Has a Significant Net Worth, Thanks to Her Best-Selling Novels
The film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's novel 'It Ends With Us' hits theaters on Aug. 9, 2024, boosting her net worth.
End of an Era: MinaLima’s Illustrated 'Harry Potter' Books Are Officially Discontinued
"This was not our desired outcome," the design duo wrote.
A Lot of People Don't Like Colleen Hoover — Here's Why
Colleen Hoover's books cover sensitive subjects, but some readers haven't liked how she's handled her fame.
Colleen Hoover Coloring Book Drama, Explained — The Idea Drew Major Backlash
“The coloring book was developed with Lily’s strength in mind, but I can absolutely see how this was tone-deaf."
Who Does Lily End Up With in 'It Ends With Us'? (SPOILERS)
The hit Colleen Hoover novel was adapted for the big screen, with Blake Lively in the starring role.
Author Colleen Hoover Addressed the Harassment Allegations Against Her Son to Clear His Name
Colleen's son Levi came into the public eye in 2022 after harassment allegations surfaced against him on social media. Details.
J.K. Rowling Changed Her X Profile Picture After Users Suggested Her Home Has Black Mold
"Sorry but is that black mould growing up the walls of [J.K.'s] house? Is that why she's the way she is?"
Francine Pascal's Sweet Valley High Books Ran for 20 Years — What Was the Author's Net Worth?
The enormously successful YA writer died at age 92 on July 28, 2024.
Ernest Hemingway Was a Father to Three Children
Ernest blamed Gloria for the death of his second wife, Pauline Pfeiffer.
Social Media Thinks the Children's Book 'Love You Forever' Is a Boy Mom's Nightmare
A book about a mother's unconditional love for her son has the internet up in arms.
J.D. Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' Is Controversial for All Kinds of Reasons
Critics say that 'Hillbilly Elegy' leans into stereotypes about Appalachian people.
Banned BookTok Author Paul Castle Faces Controversy as Bookstore Owner Questions His Authenticity
The latest BookTok drama revolves around an alleged “banned” book and a bookshop owner’s skepticism.
'Bridgerton': Find Out Who Each Bridgerton Sibling Ends Up With in the Books
So far, many of the Bridgerton sibling story lines follow in line with the books, with the exception of a few.
"Oprah Has Been Hospitalized!" — Gayle King and Oprah Winfrey Clarify the Rumors About Her Health
Oprah Winfrey is one of America’s most beloved figures, so when her health is in jeopardy, we are not okay.
Suzanne Collins Is Mum About Her Politics, But Her Books Speak For Themselves
Suzanne Collins is surprisingly mum about her political views, but her novels send some big messages.
Sci-Fi Author Michael Crichton Had a Staggering Net Worth Thanks to Books and Movies
More than a dozen of Michael Crichton's books were also adapted into movies, which contributed to his net worth.
Romantics Need to Fill the Void After Bingeing 'Maxton Hall' — Will There Be a Season 2?
‘Maxton Hall’ captured the hearts of young viewers, despite the language barrier. After a dramatic cliffhanger, we need Season 2.Colleen Hoover's Controversies Don't "End With" Her Books
With great fame comes great controversy. Even the BookTok queen, Colleen Hoover, isn't immune to controversy.
'Confessions of a Shopaholic' Author Sophie Kinsella Has Five Kids from Preteen to Adult
“In principal, I'd always liked the idea of a big family. But I couldn't have had five close together."
Mrs. Norris Might Actually Be Human — New 'Harry Potter' Fan Theory Just Dropped
"My cat, my cat! What's happened to Mrs. Norris," Filch screamed while horrified at the feline's petrification.
Interested in Cosmic Horror? Here Are Six of the Best Novels You Won't Be Able to Put Down
One title you'll likely recognize is Stephen King's 'It'. The classic horror novel is also considered a cosmic horror story too.
A Woman Reading All of Stephen King's Work Learns the Horrifying Reason 'Rage' Is out of Print
Stephen King's novel 'Rage' was published in 1977. Two decades later it was at the center of controversy. The book is now out of print because of it.
Pan Is an Unseen Force in 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' — Here's What We Know From the Books
What happened to the god Pan in 'Percy Jackson'? The character is mentioned in the Disney Plus series, but here's what we know from the books.
Marve Michael Anson Was Accused of Plagiarism by Fellow Author Lauren M. Davis
What's the drama between authors Marve Michael Anson and Lauren M. Davis? The latter accused Marve of plagiarism, but the internet sides with Marve.
Tigris's 'Hunger Games' Transformation from Capitol Stylist to Rebel Ally
Tigris is a Capitol citizen, and also the cousin of Snow, who modified herself with cosmetic surgeries and tattoos to resemble a tiger. But why?
A Debut-Author Debacle Broke the Internet by Becoming Its Own Goodreads Page-Turning Scandal
Whenever there’s drama on Goodreads, the Twitterverse goes wild with conspiracy theories. Author Cait Corrain has been at the center of it.