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Famous Authors Born in June

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • June 03, 2025

As we dive into the month that ushers in summer, we're shining a light on notable and acclaimed June-born authors. We're delighted to celebrate them and their beloved works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, theater, and more.

The June Birthday Blog

Schedule e-Gift Cards and peruse the month's best gift books

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • June 01, 2025

Treat your June-born friends and family to a bookish birthday! Did you know you can schedule ThriftBooks e-Gift Cards to be delivered on a specific date? Or If you'd rather give your June buds something special, we've put together a list of some of the hottest titles of the moment.

Book Fair Nostalgia

26 coveted titles from the eighties to the aughts

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • May 27, 2025

For many of us lifelong readers, the Scholastic Book Fair was the pinnacle of our year. We cherish the memories of our school libraries and gymnasiums overflowing with shiny new books. Hand-in-hand with these memories are the titles that became our favorites. Here are 26 of those beloved volumes.  

Are Book Clubs the New Dating App?

Our new poll explores the seductive power of reading together

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • May 25, 2025

Whether learning about cultures and experiences other than your own or discussing a good book with a fellow reader, literature is a great way to connect with others. Our newest poll takes a look at the many ways that book clubs are helping readers find their people and diversify their reading choices.

22 June Books We’re Excited About

Plus, what's new in paperback and more

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • May 13, 2025

No matter how long our TBR lists get, we're always finding new books we want to add! Here are 22 exciting June releases available for preorder, along with suggestions for similar reads you can enjoy right away. Plus, see what's new in paperback and get in on an exclusive Hunger Games 5-Book box set! 

May the 4th Be With You!

The 10 best 'Star Wars' novels according to Goodreads

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • May 03, 2025

Star Wars Day is May 4 (for obvious reason) and we're celebrating with a list of the best Star Wars novels, according to Goodreads. Literature has been a key part of the vast Star Wars universe since its inception. In total, more than 400 books have been written, including graphic novels, movie novelizations, and expanded storylines.  

The May Birthday Blog

Schedule e-Gift Cards and peruse the month's best gift books

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 29, 2025

Treat your May-born friends and family to a bookish birthday! Did you know you can schedule ThriftBooks e-Gift Cards to be delivered on a specific date? Or If you'd rather give your May mate something special, we've put together a list of some of the hottest titles of the moment. Plus, learn about literary luminaries born this month.

7 Surprising Benefits of Reading Poetry

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 27, 2025

Poetry is a way of transforming and understanding our world. A poem has the power to express deep and complex emotion. And engaging with poetry, whether reading, writing, or reciting, has been shown to have surprising benefits. Find out how you can change your life with poetry and get our recommendations for new poetry collections you can enjoy.

15 Brilliant Novels in Translation Published This Century

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 22, 2025

In celebration of World Book Day on April 23, we're highlighting the growing popularity of translated novels. Reading stories rooted in cultures other than our own broadens our horizons and helps us consider different perspectives. Here are fifteen of our favorite translated books published (so far) in the twenty-first century.  

24 May Releases We're Excited About

And what you can read in the meantime

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 20, 2025

No matter how long our TBR lists get, we're always finding new books we want to add! Here are 24 exciting May releases available for preorder, along with suggestions for similar reads you can enjoy right away.

The King of Horror and the Queen of Romance

Stephen King and Nora Roberts square off with same-day book releases

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • April 15, 2025

Stephen King and Nora Roberts both have new books coming out on May 27. King's new novel, Never Flinch, features the beloved Holly Gibney in intertwining storylines. From Roberts comes Hidden Nature, a romantic thriller about an injured cop who becomes embroiled in a bizarre case. Pre-order your copies today and read on for more about the King of Horror and the Queen of Romance.

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