Books
Marie Claire's guide to books, with news, reviews and buying guides for the discerning reader.
Books
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The 2021 Book Releases You Don't Want to Miss
New titles from Jennifer Weiner, Akwaeke Emezi, Sally Rooney, and more.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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The 15 Best Audiobooks of 2021 (So Far)
Sit back, relax, and let someone else read you the biggest books of the year.
By Andrea Park Published
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26 Coffee Table Books to Liven Up Your Living Room
You know, since that's where we spend most of our time these days.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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The Power Issue
Our November issue is all about power—having it, embracing it, and dressing for it.
By Marie Claire Editors Published
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Hollywood Loves Books
Many new streaming options mean big payoffs for authors when their work is optioned.
By Kate Dwyer Published
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Julia Quinn's Bookshelves Are (Naturally) Filled With 'Bridgerton' Memorabilia
The historical romance novelist gives us a peek of her home library in MC's 'Shelf Portrait' series.
By Marie Claire Published
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Education for Women and Girls Is Crucial for Climate Justice
In an excerpt from her new book, 'A Bigger Picture,' Ugandan climate activist Vanessa Nakate discusses the impact educated African women and girls can have on solving the climate crisis.
By Vanessa Nakate Published
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'The Night She Disappeared' Is a Spooky Fall Read
"I enjoyed The Night She Disappeared and recommend it, especially to Jewell fans and those who enjoy a slow-burn mystery that does not skimp on details."
By Marie Claire Published
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Madison Prewett Shares Her Favorite Love and Self-Care Books
The former Bachelor contestant gave us a tour of her book collection in MC's 'Shelf Portrait' series.
By Marie Claire Published
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Jeremiah Brent Shares His Favorite Art and Design Books in 'Shelf Portrait'
Naturally, the interior designer's home library is a dream.
By Marie Claire Published
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'The Heart Principle' Isn't the Light Romance Novel You Think It Is
"How do I review a book that made me laugh and cry and ache because the emotions emanating from every page were so real and so honest?"
By Marie Claire Published
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37 Great 2021 Memoirs to Add to Your TBR Pile
From Michelle Zauner's 'Crying in H Mart' to Tarana Burke's 'Unbound.'
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Anita Hill Believes We Can End Gender Violence
Three decades after her landmark testimony in the Clarence Thomas confirmation hearings, the esteemed professor and lawyer has a message for leaders: The time is now to prioritize anti-gender violence policies.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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'The Night She Disappeared' Is Our October Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from Lisa Jewell's latest mystery, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Marie Claire Published
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In 'We Are Not Like Them' Art Imitates Life—and (Hopefully) Vice Versa
Read an excerpt from the thought-provoking new book. Then, keep scrolling to discover how the authors, Jo Piazza and Christine Pride, navigated their own relationship while building a believable world for Riley and Jen—best friends, one Black, one white, dealing with the killing of an unarmed Black boy by a white police officer.
By Danielle McNally Published
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The Book Club Revolution
Lots of women are voracious readers. Other women are capitalizing on that.
By Lily Herman Published
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Gina Yashere Shares Her Favorite Horror Reads and Black Female Authors
The comedienne and 'Bob Hearts Abishola' co-creator gave us a tour of her personal library.
By Marie Claire Published
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Lesley-Ann Brandt Shares Her Favorite Poetry Books and More in 'Shelf Portrait'
The Lucifer actress is a fan of Amanda Gorman's The Hill We Climb and Cleo Wade's Where to Begin.
By Marie Claire Published
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'We Were Never Here' Will Cure Your Wanderlust
...But not in the way that you think!
By Marie Claire Published
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'The Heart Principle' Is Our September Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from Helen Hoang's latest romance novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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The 29 Best Movies Based on Books in 2021
Now's the perfect time to read the 900-page Dune!
By Katherine J. Igoe Published
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Tahereh Mafi Shares Her Favorite Books in 'Shelf Portrait'
Not sure which I love more: Mafi's book recommendations or her incredibly soothing voice.
By Marie Claire Published
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10 Books to Read If You Love Watching the Olympics
These stories revolve around the sports and competition we can't get enough of.
By Jessica Goodman Published
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'Skye Falling' Deserves a Spot on Your Summer Reading List
In July, Marie Claire read Mia McKenzie's 'Skye Falling.' See what the #ReadWithMC community thought about the book here.
By Marie Claire Published
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'We Were Never Here' Is Our August Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from Andrea Bartz's latest novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Julianna Margulies Reveals Her Favorite Authors in 'Shelf Portrait'
From Ann Patchett to Wallace Shawn.
By Marie Claire Published