Books
Marie Claire's guide to books, with news, reviews and buying guides for the discerning reader.
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As 'He's Just Not That Into You' Turns 20, Its Authors Reflect on Just How Much (and How Little) Dating Has Changed
The self-help book born out of 'Sex and the City' sparked a break-up revolution and became a pop culture phenomenon.
By Liz Doupnik Published
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Rupi Kaur Reflects on Being Told Not to Self-Publish ‘Milk and Honey’—But Feeling Empowered to Do It Anyway
The best-selling author and poet spoke to editor-in-chief Nikki Ogunnaike for the 'Marie Claire' podcast "Nice Talk."
By Sadie Bell Published
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30 Movie Adaptations That Are Just As Good As (Or Even Better Than) the Book
Consider your to-read list and your watch list full.
By Andrea Park Published
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25 Books About Fashion That Will Make You Think Differently About the Industry
From nonfiction deep dives about brands to memoirs by style icons.
By Andrea Park Published
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11 Books That Are the Antidote to Toxic Girlboss Hustle Culture
These memoirs and nonfiction titles will inspire you to focus on your personal ambitions.
By Andrea Park Published
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20 Beach Reads to Devour While Soaking Up the Sun This Summer
Your beach bag isn't complete without one of these page-turners.
By Sadie Bell Published
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30 Revealing Celebrity Memoirs That'll Change Your Perspective on the Biggest A-Listers
Britney Spears, Demi Moore, Jessica Simpson, and more drop some serious bombshells in these pages.
By Andrea Park Published
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Julia Fox Opens Up About Celibacy, Her Former Career, and How Motherhood Changed Her
The actress and best-selling author spoke to editor-in-chief Nikki Ogunnaike for 'Marie Claire' podcast "Nice Talk."
By Sadie Bell Published
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36 Books By LGBTQ+ Authors You Need to Add to Your Reading List
You won't be able to put down these moving memoirs and touching romances.
By Bianca Rodriguez Published
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The 14 Best Books for Music Lovers
Like your favorite song, these page turners—fiction and nonfiction alike—will stay with you.
By Liz Doupnik Published
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2024's Book Releases Have Gotten Off to a Stellar Start—Here's What We're Looking Forward to Next
Features From fantasy epics to mind-blowing thrillers, here are MC's 20 most anticipated books of the year.
By The Editors Published
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‘Everyone Who Can Forgive Me Is Dead’ Is Our February Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt of Jenny Hollander’s book here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Rachel Burchfield Published
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‘One In a Millennial’ Is Our January Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt of Kate Kennedy’s book here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Rachel Burchfield Published
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#ReadWithMC Readers Thought 'Alice Sadie Celine' Was a 'Ride'
"A uniquely bizarre story about three women exploring love, sexuality, and agency..."
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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The 15 Best Books of 2023, as Chosen by 'Marie Claire' Editors
Features From mind-blowing thrillers and glossy tell-alls to scathing depictions of today's media industry.
By The Editors Published
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Life-Changing Books Everyone Should Read At Least Once
These game-changing, best-selling books will shift your perspective, just like they did for millions of others.
By Hana Hong Last updated
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#ReadWithMC Readers Declare Yomi Adegoke's 'The List' a Certified 'Page-Turner'
"I laughed. I cried and at some moments, I was genuinely afraid to turn the page..."
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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These Books Are Scary Popular on TikTok—and Totally Worth It
BookTok is obsessed, and so are we.
By Brooke Knappenberger Last updated
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In Defense of 'The Clique'
Over the years, Lisi Harrison’s early-aughts books have been unfairly reduced to a de facto “mean girl” manifesto. But the series actually gave outcasts like me an intimate look behind the curtain, ultimately developing empathy and perspective years beyond my age.
By Iman Hariri-Kia Published
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Inside Jessica Knoll's Thrilling Personal Library
Naturally, the author has a collection full of female-empowering titles.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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#ReadWithMC Readers Say Jessica Knoll's 'Bright Young Women' Is Her 'Masterpiece'
"Thank you, Jessica Knoll, for reminding us that we are warriors..."
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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Yomi Adegoke's 'The List' Tackles Anonymity, Cancel Culture, and Social Media
Read an excerpt of November #ReadWithMC pick, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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Cleo Wade Shows Off Her Impeccably-Curated Home Library
The writer keeps her decorated shelves full of poetry and pottery.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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Hilarie Burton on the Gift From Husband Jeffrey Dean Morgan That Makes Her Cry
"My husband knew how much I loved this book and he's seen me read it dozens of times."
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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Books by Latinx Authors That Need a Spot on Your Bookshelf
From well-established classics to contemporary favorites.
By Bianca Rodriguez Last updated
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'Bright Young Women', Our October #ReadWithMC Pick, Takes Aim at Ted Bundy
Read an excerpt of Jessica Knoll's new book, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published