12 noteworthy debut books to read this July

12 noteworthy debut books to read this July

Debutiful’s Adam Vitcavage recommends noteworthy debut books for readers to discover each month.

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8 Writers Share Books You Should Read in 2025

8 Writers Share Books You Should Read in 2025

Did you make a New Year’s Resolution to read more in 2025? Are you already woefully behind or maybe haven’t even started reading yet? Fear not! I asked some of my favorite writers to let me know what their favorite recent must-reads are so you can add them to your TBR and help you hit your reading goals.

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My Reading Life: Softie author Megan Howell is a Toni Morrison stan

My Reading Life: Softie author Megan Howell is a Toni Morrison stan

Megan Howell‘s debut collection Softie is filled with fantastical stories that both have a sheen to them and a gloom hanging over them. She balances melancholy and the preposterous extremely well. Howell’s website says she “writes stories for sad ppl” — and this collection proves it.

We wanted to get some recommendations from the writer and see what books shaped her childhood, got her through puberty, and helped her write this book. Welcome to the new, recurring My Reading Life questionnaire.

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12 Writers Share Their Favorite Book Read in 2024

12 Writers Share Their Favorite Book Read in 2024

As we wrap up 2024, I was curious about what some of my favorite writers read this year. Here are twelve writers who recommended the book that they loved the most in 2024. You’ll recognize some Debutiful favorites, debut titles I missed, and standout books from established writers.

This isn’t the last time you’ll see book recommendations from writers. The plan is for this to become a recurring offering throughout the year so readers can discover their favorite writers’ favorite books.

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The Most Anticipated Debut Books of 2024 – Part Two

The Most Anticipated Debut Books of 2024 – Part Two

The first half of the year was filled with so many good books. The most anticipated list for the first half of the year ballooned to 60 titles. The second half of the year is competing with a presidential election, which means there are usually fewer books being published. Still, I managed to read dozens of books that are coming out between now and the new year.

Here are 25 titles that I had the pleasure of reading and cannot wait for the rest of the world to discover.

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