Books
Marie Claire's guide to books, with news, reviews and buying guides for the discerning reader.
Books
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The 16 Best Fiction Books of 2021 to Devour
These novels are utterly captivating.
By Megan DiTrolio Published
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Casey Wilson Shows Us Her Dining Room-Turned-Library in 'Shelf Portrait'
Casey Wilson shows Marie Claire her book collection in the latest episode of 'Shelf Portrait.' Find out her favorite books and order them for yourself here.
By Marie Claire Published
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Nancy Jo Sales Wants Women to Know It’s Not You, It’s Dating Apps
The writer went viral for trashing Tinder in Vanity Fair. Her new book, Nothing Personal, pulls the curtain on online dating back even further.
By Maria Ricapito Published
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Meghan Markle Is Publishing Her First Children's Book, Inspired by Harry and Archie
'The Bench' will be published on June 8, 2021, and is available for pre-order today.
By Zoe Guy Published
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Looking for a Light Escape? Read 'The Dating Plan'
And no, you don't have to read The Marriage Game beforehand!
By Rachel Epstein Published
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20 New Books by Asian Authors to Get Excited About
We rounded up the best new 2021 book releases by Asian American and Pacific Islander authors, from Senator Mazie K. Hirono's 'Heart of Fire' to Helen Hoang's 'The Heart Principle.' Order them here.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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'Crying in H Mart' Is Our May Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from Michelle Zauner's memoir, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Anne Hathaway and Elizabeth Nyamayaro on Building Compassion and Gender Equity
Nyamayaro shares insights from her new memoir, 'I Am a Girl From Africa,' and how her upbringing in Zimbabwe shaped her humanitarian work.
By Neha Prakash Published
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Inside the Barbizon Hotel for Women
A combo of charm school, sorority house, and dorm, the Manhattan landmark was the ultimate room of one’s own for many famous women, as this new book details.
By Maria Ricapito Published
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From Disregarded Models to Angry Influencers: A New Book Takes a Closer Look at the Fyre Fest Disaster
Read an excerpt from Hype: How Scammers, Grifters, and Con Artists Are Taking Over the Internet―and Why We're Following.
By Neha Prakash Published
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'This Close to Okay' Is a Reminder That It's Alright to Struggle
"It brings attention to the ugly, sad, and heartbreaking parts of life, but does so in a way that promises you’re never too far away from the warmth of the sun."
By Rachel Epstein Published
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'The Dating Plan' Is Our April Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from Sara Desai's latest novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Lana Condor Reveals Her Favorite Thrillers and 'TATB' Scrapbook in 'Shelf Portrait'
The scrapbook was given to her as a wrap gift after filming To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You!
By Marie Claire Published
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Inside the Making of RBG's 'Justice, Justice Thou Shalt Pursue'
I had the special privilege of working closely with Justice Ginsburg one last time.
By Amanda L. Tyler Published
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The Top-Grossing Book-to-Film Adaptations of All Time
One story has been adapted more than 20 times!
By Alex Aronson Published
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Tia Mowry Shares Her All-Time Favorite Books in 'Shelf Portrait'
She has a gorgeous library in her bedroom!
By Marie Claire Published
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'Detransition, Baby' Is as Good as Everyone Says It Is
In February, Marie Claire read Torrey Peters's 'Detransition, Baby.' See what the #ReadWithMC community thought about the book here.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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35 Must-Read 2021 Book Releases by Black Authors
From Cicely Tyson's 'Just as I Am' to Amanda Gorman's debut poetry collection.
By Taiwo Balogun Published
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The End of an Era: Jenny Han on 'To All the Boys: Always and Forever'
The bestselling author of the To All the Boys trilogy shares her thoughts on the final Netflix film and what's next for her.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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The Women Who Took on ISIS—and Won: The Daughters of Kobani
Gayle Tzemach Lemmon's new book The Daughters of Kobani tells the story of the all-female militia who defeated the Islamic State and changed women's rights in the Middle East forever. Read an exclusive excerpt here.
By Gayle Tzemach Lemmon Published
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Playing Kerri Strug
A new original work of short fiction by Kiley Reid, author of the New York Times best seller Such a Fun Age, is a cutting, witty examination of the stories we tell ourselves and others—and what they reveal about who we actually are.
By Illustrations by Sofie Birkin Published
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'The Office of Historical Corrections' Surpassed Short Story Expectations
Think you're not into short stories? Think again.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Netflix's 'Lupin' Is a Riff on Maurice Leblanc's Classic 'Gentleman Burglar'
The real Arsène is more than 100 years old.
By Andrea Park Published
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Priyanka Chopra Jonas Talks New Memoir 'Unfinished'
"I call it the in-between-interviews book."
By Marie Claire Published
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Priyanka Chopra Jonas Shares a Peek at Her London Bookshelf in 'Shelf Portrait'
Her favorite fiction crush may or may not be Archie Andrews from the Archie Comics!
By Marie Claire Published
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'Detransition, Baby' Is Our February Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from Torrey Peters's buzzy debut novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Rachel Epstein Published