Books
Marie Claire's guide to books, with news, reviews and buying guides for the discerning reader.
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10 Books to Read for a Killer Vacation
Pack these novels about vacations gone very wrong on your next trip.
By Liz Doupnik Published
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Music Didn't Cure Michelle Zauner's Sadness. Maybe That's the Point
The artist known as Japanese Breakfast opens up about finding her sound on a new album after experiencing whirlwind success.
By Sadie Bell Published
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28 Romantasy Books to Sweep You Away to Another World—And Off Your Feet
Here's what to read when you've devoured the 'ACOTAR' and 'Empyrean' series.
By Andrea Park Published
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Every Colleen Hoover Book, Ranked—From 'It Ends With Us' to 'Verity'
No. 1 isn’t what you might expect.
By Nicole Briese Last updated
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36 Mystery Thriller Books You Won't Be Able to Put Down
These are certified page-turners.
By Andrea Park Last updated
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Mary Ellen Matthews Is the Woman Behind Every Portrait on 'SNL' Since 1999
The late-night show's resident photographer shares her favorite memories and insights from shooting all the talent who come through Studio 8H.
By Sadie Bell Published
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13 Books That Will Remind You Not to Text Your Ex
Allow these novels about heartbreak to help you heal.
By Liz Doupnik Published
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30 Books by Black Women That Should Really Be on Your Bookshelf
Add these classics and recent bestsellers to the top of your TBR stack.
By Alexis Jones Last updated
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13 Fantasy Books That Will Transport You Anywhere But Here
If you need a bit of escapism, these #BookTok-obsessed series and enchanting novels will do the trick.
By Liz Doupnik Published
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30 Red-Hot Erotic Novels to Spice Up Your TBR List
From classics like the 'Bridgerton' series to romantasy favorites and tantalizing literary fiction.
By Brooke Knappenberger Last updated
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18 Mystery-Thriller Books We Can't Wait to Read in 2025
All of the clues point to these upcoming novels being must-reads.
By Nicole Briese Published
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You're Going to Be Booked and Busy With the Amount of Exciting Novels Coming in 2025
These are the new fiction books that should be on your TBR stack.
By Andrea Park Published
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Don't Stress, Self-Help Books Are No Longer Shameful—I Found the Best Ones
A new generation of the genre are making sure to offer realistic, practical advice on cooking, cleaning, and living well.
By Quinci LeGardye Published
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Photographer Beth Garrabrant's Book 'Things Shouldn't Be So Hard' Is a Tender Depiction of Coming of Age
The artist, best known for capturing Taylor Swift's album art, shares exclusive images from her debut photo book and the stories behind each shot.
By Sadie Bell Published
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21 Books That Spill the Scandals, Successes, and Secrets of the British Royal Family
They have more shocking revelations and juicy secrets than you saw on 'The Crown.'
By Andrea Park Published
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2024's Best Romance Books Include Brontë Retellings, Stories Inspired by Taylor Swift Lyrics, and More
Add these 25 new novels to your to-read stack ASAP.
By Andrea Park Last updated
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King Charles’s Goddaughter, India Hicks, Says Her Mother, Lady Pamela Hicks, “Absolutely Believes in the Thinning Down of the Royal Family”
The designer and author sat down with Marie Claire to discuss her new book, 'Lady Pamela.'
By Kristin Contino Published
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As 'He's Just Not That Into You' Turns 20, Its Authors Reflect on Just How Much (and How Little) Dating Has Changed
The self-help book born out of 'Sex and the City' sparked a break-up revolution and became a pop culture phenomenon.
By Liz Doupnik Published
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Rupi Kaur Reflects on Being Told Not to Self-Publish ‘Milk and Honey’—But Feeling Empowered to Do It Anyway
The best-selling author and poet spoke to editor-in-chief Nikki Ogunnaike for the 'Marie Claire' podcast "Nice Talk."
By Sadie Bell Published
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30 Movie Adaptations That Are Just As Good As (Or Even Better Than) the Book
Consider your to-read list and your watch list full.
By Andrea Park Published
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25 Books About Fashion That Will Make You Think Differently About the Industry
From nonfiction deep dives about brands to memoirs by style icons.
By Andrea Park Published
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11 Books That Are the Antidote to Toxic Girlboss Hustle Culture
These memoirs and nonfiction titles will inspire you to focus on your personal ambitions.
By Andrea Park Published
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Julia Fox Opens Up About Celibacy, Her Former Career, and How Motherhood Changed Her
The actress and best-selling author spoke to editor-in-chief Nikki Ogunnaike for 'Marie Claire' podcast "Nice Talk."
By Sadie Bell Published
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'Queenie' Author Candice Carty-Williams Only Wants to Tell Authentic Stories
The author and showrunner discusses turning her acclaimed 2019 novel into a Hulu miniseries.
By Quinci LeGardye Published
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36 Books By LGBTQ+ Authors You Need to Add to Your Reading List
You won't be able to put down these moving memoirs and touching romances.
By Bianca Rodriguez Published
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The 14 Best Books for Music Lovers
Like your favorite song, these page turners—fiction and nonfiction alike—will stay with you.
By Liz Doupnik Published