Librarian Newsletter: What Authors Had to Say in 2023

Librarian Newsletter: December 2023

Hello,

In this issue, we look back over the current year while gearing up for a flurry of upcoming releases in the new one.

Our roundup of author interviews from 2023 offers fascinating insight into the writing process and inspiration behind recently recommended books, and our latest suggestions for book clubs brings together some of the most exciting titles to plan discussions around in 2024.

Plus, we've selected 50+ notable books to watch out for in January!

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The Best Author Q&As of 2023

As we look back over 2023, we would like to take the opportunity to share with you our favorite writer Q&As of the year. We invite you to explore Eleanor Shearer's inspiration and research for her historical novel River Sing Me Home, Costanza Casati's fascination with the subject of her Greek myth retelling Clytemnestra, how Anne Berest's family history informed the writing of her memoir-tinged work of fiction The Postcard and much more.

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Novels for Book Clubs in 2024

For book clubs who read contemporary fiction, it can feel impossible to choose between the many acclaimed and anticipated works making an appearance every year. But not to worry, we have you covered with top-notch suggestions for your group in 2024! Our list of recommendations features new books from established favorites like Barbara Kingsolver, Lydia Millet and Lynda Rutledge, along with noteworthy debuts from emerging authors such as Costanza Casati, Alice Winn and Parini Shroff.

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Nonfiction for Book Clubs in 2024

It can be tricky to track down quality nonfiction that has real discussion potential, so we've created this list to give your group a head start on your picks for 2024. Our selections include two books portraying lesser-explored elements of World War II from unique angles, an engaging story of sisters separated by the Chinese Civil War, an eye-opening account of women fighting discrimination at MIT, an intimate and socially conscious portrait of George Floyd, and the dramatic telling of a North Carolina community's battle for justice against a multinational corporation.

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New & Notable Books in January

We've carefully selected the most noteworthy books publishing in January — check them out!

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