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After 50 years, the Costa Book Awards are over.

After 50 years, the Costa Book Awards are over.

By Emily Temple | June 10, 2022

The Kurt Vonnegut Library is donating 1,000 copies of <em>Slaughterhouse-Five</em> to Florida.

The Kurt Vonnegut Library is donating 1,000 copies of Slaughterhouse-Five to Florida.

By Emily Temple | June 9, 2022

Leila Mottley is the youngest writer ever selected by Oprah's Book Club.

Leila Mottley is the youngest writer ever selected by Oprah's Book Club.

By Emily Temple | June 8, 2022

29 Works of Nonfiction You Need to Read This Summer

29 Works of Nonfiction You Need to Read This Summer

Part Three of Lit Hub's Summer Preview

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Fun fact: Dorothy Parker, famous for her caustic wit, helped write your favorite sentimental movie.

Fun fact: Dorothy Parker, famous for her caustic wit, helped write your favorite sentimental movie.

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9 Short Story Collections You Need to Read This Summer

9 Short Story Collections You Need to Read This Summer

Part Two of Lit Hub’s Summer Preview

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These are the books all the rich people will be reading in the metaverse this year.

These are the books all the rich people will be reading in the metaverse this year.

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The Story Behind Jonathan Franzen’s New Backlist Book Cover Redesigns

Alex Merto, Charlotte Strick, and Jonathan Franzen on a New Look for Old Books

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Take an early peek at Hulu's adaptation of Conversations With Friends.

By Emily Temple | February 4, 2022

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The Literary Film and TV You Need to Stream in February

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The Astrology Book Club: What to Read This Month, Based on Your Sign

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Some Good Predictions, for Once

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The 12 Best Book Covers <br>of January

The 12 Best Book Covers
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