Books
Marie Claire's guide to books, with news, reviews and buying guides for the discerning reader.
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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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'This Close to Okay' Is Our March Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from Leesa Cross-Smith's novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
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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Orion Carloto (and Her Cat!) Show Us Her Bookshelf in 'Shelf Portrait'
She's one of those people who give away books to their friends!
By Marie Claire Published
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Beth Behrs Shows Us Her Home Library (and Banjo!) in 'Shelf Portrait'
Beth Behrs 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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'Cobble Hill' Is Not 'Gossip Girl' 2.0
There are natural comparisons to Cecily von Ziegesar's bestselling series, but the book stands on its own.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Alanis Morissette Takes Us Inside Her Home Library in 'Shelf Portrait'
She used to hide her books out of shame!
By Marie Claire Published
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Jessica Jung Gives a Tour of Her Color-Coordinated Bookshelf in 'Shelf Portrait'
Jessica Jung shows Marie Claire her bookshelf 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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'The Office of Historical Corrections' Is Our January Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from Danielle Evans's buzzy story collection, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Tomi Adeyemi Reveals Her All-Time Favorite Books in 'Shelf Portrait'
Author Tomi Adeyemi 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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The Best Memoirs of 2020 From 'Untamed' to 'The Meaning of Mariah Carey'
They may be based on reality, but they'll still help you escape for a little while.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Andrew Gelwicks Shares His Favorite Books in 'Shelf Portrait'
Andrew Gelwicks shows Marie Claire his bookshelf in the latest episode of 'Shelf Portrait.' Find out his favorite books and order them for yourself here.
By Marie Claire Published