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16 Hottest Books for August

FICTION

THE LOVE SONGS OF W.E.B. DU BOIS

by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers

If this isn’t the Great American Novel, it's a mighty attempt at achieving one. Full review >

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FICTION

BILLY SUMMERS

by Stephen King

Murder most foul and mayhem most entertaining. Another worthy page-turner from a protean master. Full review >

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HISTORY

THE SISTERS OF AUSCHWITZ

by Roxane van Iperen ; translated by Joni Zwart

A truly worthwhile addition to the body of Holocaust studies. Full review >

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NONFICTION

EVERYTHING I HAVE IS YOURS

by Eleanor Henderson

A memoir of interest to anyone coping with a loved one’s struggle with illness and dependency. Full review >

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NONFICTION

IMAGE CONTROL

by Patrick Nathan

An unexpectedly entertaining scholarly warning about fascism’s spread through imagery. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

REDEMPTOR

by Jordan Ifueko

A strong and worthy successor that showcases the skill of a master worldbuilder. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

LIKE OTHER GIRLS

by Britta Lundin

Fiercely charming and achingly relatable—a glorious, empowering touchdown. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

IN THE WILD LIGHT

by Jeff Zentner

A brilliant treasure of a book that holds up a mirror to the best parts of our humanity. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

MOON POPS

by Heena Baek ; illustrated by Heena Baek ; translated by Jieun Kiaer

A sweet, icy treat that will warm your heart. Full review >

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