For The Book Obsessed
[ad_1] The beginning of a new year is usually a time for reflection, to think back on what we’ve accomplished and what we hope to improve on in the months ahead. Given everything that 2020 threw at us, that may be a more fraught endeavor than usual for many. But if your resolutions for 2021 … Read more
[ad_1] Well, that certainly was a year we all just endured. We at the CHIRB hope that you’ve found solace in the pages of a good yarn whenever possible, and that you’re able to celebrate the upcoming holidays both safely and joyfully. But 2020 isn’t quite done with us yet and there are still many … Read more
[ad_1] Happy September! Fall is in the air, which means it’s time to put great new fall books on our bookshelves. Here are ten of our favorite books coming out this month, including works of sci-fi, fantasy, memoir, environmental reportage, and much, much more. City of SparrowsBy Eva Nour; Translated by Agnes BrooméMelville House “Growing … Read more
[ad_1] Summer is finally here, and in the United States, at least, many of our traditional go-to activities like barbecues and beach parties have been put on hold. We miss the get-togethers, but the bright side is having more time to read! And what a great month to be stocking up on a new books. … Read more
[ad_1] Including insightful, entertaining, and beautifully written novels, memoirs, and poetry collections, here’s a list of the editors’ favorite books hitting shelves this June. A BurningBy Megha MajumdarRandom House “For readers of Tommy Orange, Yaa Gyasi, and Jhumpa Lahiri, an electrifying debut novel about three unforgettable characters who seek to rise—to the middle class, to … Read more
[ad_1] The world still feels strange, but the publishing industry continues to bring us fun, thoughtful, and deliciously written books. Here are the CHIRB editors’ 11 favorites hitting shelves this month. VagablondeBy Anna DornUnnamed Press “Vagablonde is a darkly humorous, rollercoaster ride through the Los Angeles music scene about a woman who wants two things, the … Read more
[ad_1] The winter drags on, but that’s fine with us: The cold gives us an excuse to stay in and read, read, read! February brings a bevy of incredible novels, poetry collections, and works of non-fiction that we can’t wait to crack open by a crackling fire (or, more likely, a heated radiator–that’s city living … Read more
[ad_1] As the weather grows colder, the idea of curling up with a good book is more appealing than ever. Here are some of our favorite books out this month to help build your winter reading list. In the Dream HouseBy Carmen Maria MachadoGraywolf “Tracing the full arc of a harrowing relationship with a charismatic … Read more