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Stay up to date on book news from all genres from romance to mystery to non-fiction. Read about the most anticipated book releases and get to know your favorite authors. Plus, learn something new about your favorite series like Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings. Catch up on the latest publishing news and we’ll help you decide which book to add to your reading list.

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