Wondering what to read for this book? WhatsOn has brought this week’s book selection with all the newly released books. Get your inner bibliophile out, and read all day through. Books offer an escape when the real world feels too stressful or scary, can spark even the most dormant imaginations with fantasy or historical fiction, send a chill up the straightest of spines with a good thriller, melt even the most hardened hearts with a steamy romance novel or give us a chance to walk in someone else’s shoes through nonfiction or memoir.
The Second Death of Edie and Violet Bond by Amanda Glaze
Published: On 14 October
Inspired by real teenager mediums in the 19th century, this debut novel will intrigue fans of Kerri Maniscalco and Erin Morgenstern. Chilling, suspenseful and romantic, The Second Death of Edie and Violet Bond combine all the best elements of historical fiction in this timely feminist novel.
Maybe An Artist, A Graphic Memoir by Liz Montague
Published: October 18
When Liz Montague was in her early twenties, she accomplished something few cartoonists would do: she has a piece published in The New Yorker. After writing to legacy magazine to ask why they don’t publish more inclusive art, she recommended herself for the job. This graphic memoir is the story leading up to that invitation and is witty, and real–a breath of fresh air in a growing and exciting genre.
Love From Mecca to Medina by S.K. Ali
Published: 18 October
Love From A to Z by S.K. Ali was one of the most impactful and heartfelt reads. It is exciting to revisit Adam and Zaynib once again and you should definitely put both books on your TBR–they’re timely, thoughtful and quick reads. On the trip of a lifetime, Adam and Zayneb must find their way back to each other in this surprising and romantic sequel to the “bright-hearted, widely charming”. Adam and Zayneb were perfectly matched, Painfully apart.
Waypoints: My Scottish Journey by Sam Heugha****
Publish: October 25
As a steadfast Outlander and Sam Heughan fan, I’m incredibly excited about this book. I’m even more excited to listen to his incredible voice in audiobooks. Chronicling his twenty-six-mile journey into the Scottish Highlands, Waypoints is a wise, funny and charming memoir of self-discovery from one of the best actors on TV right now.
The Mountain Was Shaken With Pain: Indigenous Americans and the Fight for Survival ***
Publish: October 25
This anthology features articles, essays, letters and documents about the effects of climate change and colonization on Indigenous and Native People. This is a necessary and integral read when teaching and understanding American history and the ongoing problems that Native and Indigenous people face.
