Books
Marie Claire's guide to books, with news, reviews and buying guides for the discerning reader.
Books
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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
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#ReadWithMC Readers Were Fascinated by Marisa Meltzer's 'Glossy'
"The way [Meltzer] weaves the story of girl bosses, capitalism, and the toxic-ness behind the scenes is masterful..."
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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Take a Tour of Aparna Nancherla's Double-Layered Bookshelves
The comedian and actress keeps her shelves filled to the brim with essay collections, memoirs, and childhood favorites.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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Bobby Berk Shares the Surprising Book He's Read '100 Times'
"I would read it, I would flip to the last page, I would flip it back to the first and I would start it over."
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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Unpack the Rise and Fall of Glossier's Emily Weiss in Marisa Meltzer's New Book
Read an excerpt of our September book club pick, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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The TikTok-Famous Kindle Paperwhite Changed My Reading Habits For Good
I'm reading more (and faster) now than ever before.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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#ReadWithMC Readers Thought 'Ripe,' Our August Book Club Pick, 'Exceeded Expectations'
"I was hooked from the beginning and could have easily devoured it within a day."
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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#ReadWithMC Readers Weren't Expecting The Twist in Andrea Bartz's 'The Spare Room'
Here's what our book club readers thought about Bartz's latest novel.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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Love Emotional Stories? Pick Up 'Ripe,' Our #ReadWithMC August Pick
Read an excerpt of Sarah Rose Etter's new novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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#ReadWithMC Readers Couldn't Put Down 'Yellowface' by R.F. Kuang
Here's what our book club readers thought about R.F. Kuang's latest novel.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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Gigi Gorgeous Shares Her Personal Library Full of Fashion and LGBTQ+ Icons
The model and social media star's library is chock-full of empowering and entertaining reads.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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I Quit My Job as a CEO to Become an Intern
In an excerpt from her memoir, Alisha Fernandez Miranda takes a one-year break from her role as CEO at a consulting firm to try out the jobs she's always dreamed of doing.
By Alisha Fernandez Miranda Published
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Tinx Shares the Books and Authors Who Give Her the Best Life Advice
See the rest of the social media star's favorite titles in the latest episode of Marie Claire's 'Shelf Portrait.'
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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'Yellowface' Is Our June Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from R.F. Kuang's latest novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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#ReadWithMC Readers Gave 'Adelaide' By Genevieve Wheeler Five Stars
"This book just busted my heart OPEN and I am now in a million pieces. Wow wow wow."
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
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Navigating Work While Pregnant Can Be a Minefield—Stephanie Dishart Kramer Is Here to Help
In an excerpt from her new book, Stephanie Dishart Kramer explores the intersection of career and motherhood.
By Stephanie Kramer Published
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If You Love Twisty Thrillers, You'll Devour 'Everyone Who Can Forgive Me Is Dead'
Marie Claire has the first look at the cover of the buzzy thriller, set to hit shelves in February.
By Jenny Hollander Published
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The 'Firefly Lane' Book Ending Is Just as Devastating as the Netflix Series'
But—then there's a sequel...
By The Editors Last updated
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#ReadWithMC Readers Loved The Unlikely Duo in 'The Mostly True Story of Tanner and Louise'
Here's what our book club members thought about Colleen Oakley's latest novel.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published