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Fiction

Fantasy and Science Fiction

Whether fueled by magic or advanced technology, imagination is the engine of speculative fiction. This newsletter brings you the best of fantasy, science fiction, and everything in between. Monthly.

Fiction A to Z

Take a walk through the aisles of our general fiction section and discover a range of fascinating characters and stories to engage and enlighten. Monthly.

Historical Fiction

Do you prefer novels with period detail? Become part of history, without having to slop through the mud or face the guillotine yourself. Monthly.

Horror

If you feel that no day is complete without uncertainty, terror or blind panic — fictional, of course — the books featured here are sure to send chills down your spine. Bi-monthly.

Literary Fiction

Narrative works with a focus on social commentary and/or the human condition. Quarterly.

Mystery

Drawn to puzzles? These books will provide you with a steady stream of who-dun-its for your solving delight. Monthly.

New York Times Fiction Bestsellers

An up-to-date list of the New York Times Fiction Bestsellers. Weekly.

Romance

Flirt with romance–whether you like your lovin’ with ghosts, spies, or knights in shining armor, this newsletter will deliver, sealed with a kiss. Monthly.

Thrillers and Suspense

Footsteps behind you… Conspiracy theories… A race against time… Horrific consequences… If you’re seeking white knuckles and a racing heart, you’ve come to the right place. Monthly.

Nonfiction

Biography and Memoir

Walk a mile in someone else’s shoes — immerse yourself in the lives of the famous, the infamous, and the ever intriguing. Monthly.

Christian Fiction

Like a little faith with your fiction? These titles, representing a range of genres from historical fiction to romance to suspense, will hit the spot. Bi-monthly.

History and Current Events

Whether you’re interested in ancient Greece or modern peace, you’ll find the world — past and present — here. Monthly.

Nature and Science

No equation, test tube, or leaf is left unexamined! Explore the wonders of our world with books that will quench your thirst for knowledge. Bi-Monthly.

New York Times Nonfiction Bestsellers

An up-to-date list of the New York Times Nonfiction Bestsellers. Weekly.

Scholarly Non-Fiction

Narrative histories of important world events, phenomenon and individuals as well as scholarly works that examine current thinking on a topic. Quarterly.

Spirituality and Religion

Looking inward, outward, or upward? All manner of devotional and spiritual books will be featured in this newsletter, to inform, enlighten, and engage. Bi-monthly.

Kids & Teens

Picture Books

Looking for great picture books to share with the children in your life? You’ll find books here that are sure to captivate the imaginations of kids ages 0-8. Monthly.

Teen Scene

All types of fiction for those who want to imagine different realities — and nonfiction for those who are trying to understand ours! For high school readers age 14 and up. Monthly.