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That on its own wouldn’t necessarily guarantee a high rate of translation. But German-speaking countries are also ranked fifth in publication of new books, so that one tenth of all books, including ebooks, in the world are being published in German [link is to download HTML document]. So, this is not one of the lists that I really had to struggle to find books for — we’re lucky to have a wealth of books translated from German into English....

For those who don’t know how Jeopardy works, each of the clues are an answer. Your job is to come up with the question. Here’s an example: “This is the largest independent book website in North America” is the answer. The correct question would be “What is Book Riot?” J-Archive has the most comprehensive record of Jeopardy’s games and players, and all of the answers and questions were sourced from them....

Note: there is also Palentine’s Day, which is a more gender neutral and inclusive version of the same idea. A Book of Hand-Drawn Galentine’s Day Cards Eva Marie Taylor’s adorable card book Galentine’s Day: 20 Hand-Drawn Cards to Tear, Color and Share with Your Favorite Ladies are perfect for coloring and sharing with your besties. You could even make it a group Galentine’s Day coloring activity! An Anne of Green Gables Mug This lovely “kindred spirits” mug from Etsy seller MirkwoodScribes is the perfect literary gift for your galentine....

We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson Obviously, if you enjoyed either the book or the TV series The Haunting of Hill House, you’ll probably like Jackson’s other work. I’d start with this novel—newly adapted into a movie starring Taissa Farmiga and Alexandra Daddario—because it’s often called Jackson’s masterpiece. Merricat Blackwood lives with her older sister Constance and their uncle Julian in an isolated house. Merricat, the narrator, is the only one of the family who goes into the local village....

Hot Milk by Deborah Levy This novel takes place in dry, hot Spain. It’s the story of Sofia, an anthropologist who begrudgingly cares for her mother Rose. They go to Spain to see a doctor who might be able to cure Rose of a bunch of medical ailments, but it all gets a bit mysterious from there. The ocean is the only solace from the heat in this strange desert town, but it’s full of jellyfish....

The only problem with literature-themed adult coloring books is that they’re overwhelmingly written by and about white people. That’s not awesome! For some names in diverse coloring, check out Coloring Book Addict and Autostraddle. Abecedarium: An Adult Coloring Book for Bibliophiles by Lilla Vekerdy and Morgan Aronson Those gorgeous illuminated letters from ancient manuscripts are now yours to color. For the full effect, throw on some Gregorian chants and wear your bathrobe....

While there is so much great historical YA out there to explore, we’ve rounded up fifteen newer historical fiction books for teens from the last two years that you definitely don’t want to overlook! These books will take you back as far as Jerusalem in the 12th century, all the way to 1980’s Romania, and you’ll learn about important facets of history along the way. Want more great historical fiction reads?...

Pachinko meets The Island of Sea Women in this captivating journey of a young Korean “picture bride” and her immigrant experience in 1918 Hawai’i; the next must-read for book clubs and fans of Yangsze Choo and Lisa See. Of the three lies the matchmaker told Willow before she left home as a picture bride in 1918, “you will be able to go to school” hurt the most. Braving the rough waters of these tumultuous years, Willow forges ahead, creating new dreams through her own blood, sweat, and tears; working tirelessly toward a better life for her family and loved ones....

If you want to summon your own hero-like strength, here are some inspiring Wonder Woman quotes from the film and the comics to leave you feeling empowered: Wonder Woman Quotes On inner strength “What one does when faced with the truth is more difficult than you’d think.” “You are stronger than you believe. You have greater powers than you know.” —Antiope to Diana, Wonder Woman movie Steve Trevor: “This war is—a great big mess....

Nonfiction, not your thing? Don’t sweat it! You can find my article about fiction books here. Heartfelt, tense, and true, Elise’s story is about making it in a world and industry that refuses to be easy. More than anything, this is a memoir that shows anyone who reads it that they aren’t alone. We all are just doing what it takes to get by. In a beautiful memoir about fitting in, running, and reconnecting with one’s roots, Noé Álvarez gives insight into what it means to be a human on this earth....

Personalized bookends can be the perfect special touch to your own shelves, or a wonderful customized gift for the bookish person in your life. And they’re not just limited to adults—there are loads of great personalized bookends out there for kids’ rooms and nurseries as well! The types of personalizations available on the selection of bookends below range from just initials to full names, quotes, and more. So you’re bound to find something here that would be the perfect fit for your own bookshelf....

So…borrow a friend’s password, grab some snacks, and get comfy because you are going to be up late with all these worthwhile shows. Stream early and stream often, bookish friends. If you choose your adaptations wisely, then you may find yourself preferring the TV adaptation over the source material. Gasp! The ABC Murders John Malkovich takes a spin as Hercule Poirot trying to solve the murders committed by the A....

Luckily, there are lots of wonderful books out there that are unlikely to have long waitlists—older books, under-the-radar books, and books of which libraries have lots of copies. I dug around on Libby and came up with 20 fabulous feel-good books that are likely to be digitally available now, or very soon. (Though obviously I can’t guarantee that all of these titles will not have a waitlist at your library....

Not to be confused with dark fantasy, although there is some overlap, grimdark books are for those of us who want morally grey characters and the inevitably morally grey plot lines that ensue. In other words, the glossy romantic veneer of many traditional fantasy stories is stripped away, leaving behind violence, cynicism, and bleakness. Despite the trappings of the sub-genre, authors can explore these themes in a variety of ways....

These 20 books are set in countries as far away from each other as Greenland and Argentina, Uruguay and Cameroon. Some of them are written in English; others are translated from a variety of languages. I’ve tried to include books from as many countries as possible, but you’ll notice that some countries are more represented than others. Many of the African books are set in Nigeria and many of the South American books are set in Argentina....

Small Press Short Story Collections And I Do Not Forgive You by Amber Sparks (Liveright) I read most of the stories in this collection on the last airplane ride I took before Stay At Home orders, which sounds bad when I type it out but it’s actually a lovely memory I am holding onto. These stories are wicked and angry and I love them. Flowers of Mold by Ha Seong-nan, translated by Janet Hong (Open Letter Press) In these stories, everything is normal until it isn’t....

Middle grade fantasy books have many rich storytelling traditions to call on, and while some borrow aspects from Arthurian mythology or Norse legend, there are also many authors of colour drawing on their cultural histories to create exciting contemporary fantasy works. Some middle grade fantasy books take a Men in Black–style approach, featuring secret societies that investigate and regulate magical happenings; others put a new spin on the old favourite setting of the magical school....

South African novelist and playwright Galgut has been shortlisted for the Booker Prize twice before, in 2003 and 2010, for his novels The Good Doctor and In A Strange Room, and he greeted the announcement with immense surprise. While accepting the award, Galgut stated that, “This has been a great year for African writing and I would like to accept this on behalf of all the stories told and untold, the writers heard and unheard from the remarkable continent that I’m part of....

The judges describe the shortlist as a “fantastic snapshot of the best of world literature right now” and “ambitious in its scope and range,” and it’s indeed a compelling and exciting list. The six titles on this year’s shortlist are each translated from a different language and originate from a different country, across three continents. The languages include Hindi for the first time in the prize’s history, as well as Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, and Spanish....

The solution? Heavy bookends crafted from materials like natural stone, cast iron, solid brass, or concrete. The right bookend not only keeps your largest, heaviest books in place, but as long as you know where to shop, it can also be an expression of your style, passion, and personality. We suggest starting your search at Etsy, where you know you’ll be supporting individuals and small business owners who take pride in their creative and curating skills....