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#ReadWithMC Reviews 'Token Black Girl'
"The honesty does not let up…A memoir you won’t soon forget."
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What the #ReadWithMC Community Thought of 'Mika in Real Life'
"When you are craving a loveable story with depth and true character development—this should be your next read."
By Brooke Knappenberger Last updated
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'Token Black Girl' Is Our October Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from Danielle Prescod's new memoir, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Brooke Knappenberger Last updated
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'Mika In Real Life' Is Our September Book Club Pick
Read an excerpt from Emiko Jean's new novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Jenny Hollander Published
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Read an Excerpt From Sarah MacLean's 'Heartbreaker'
The latest entry in MacLean's 'Hell's Belles' universe is a delightfully feminist twist on Regency-era romance romps.
By Sarah MacLean Published
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Akwaeke Emezi Writes About the Messiness of Love
The author of the highly anticipated new novel 'You Made a Fool of Death With Your Beauty' on writing an unconventional love story and the upcoming screen adaptation.
By Quinci LeGardye Published
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Take a Tour of Ali Wentworth's Personal Library
The author and actress shares her favorite reads in 'Shelf Portrait.'
By Neha Prakash Published
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SuChin Pak Is No Longer Settling for Your Definition of Courage
In an excerpt from a new book, the journalist details the racist incidents at MTV News that shaped her early career and how she's only recently been able to dismantle that trauma.
By Neha Prakash Published
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Romance Novels to Read After 'Bridgerton'
Diverse reads to dive into after you finish the second season of the Netflix hit.
By Quinci LeGardye Published
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Malala Yousafzai on Her Reading Journey
The activist shares what's on her bookshelf and why she's passionate about kids reading more than just textbooks.
By Neha Prakash Published
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What Happened to Marina Thompson in 'Bridgerton'?
She has a way bigger role in the Netflix series than in Julia Quinn's books.
By Andrea Park Published
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Edmund Bridgerton's Death: Julia Quinn's Books vs. the Netflix Show
Here's where all that bee imagery comes into play.
By Andrea Park Published
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Who Are Kate and Edwina Sharma in 'Bridgerton' Season 2?
There's a new diamond of the first water in town.
By Andrea Park Published
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Looking for a Heartfelt Coming-of-Age Story? Read 'What the Fireflies Knew'
"I think this novel will stay with me for a while. It has found a place in my soul that I didn't realize there was room for."
By Marie Claire Published
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'The Paris Apartment' Is Our March Book Club Pick
Get a sneak preview of Foley's latest novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Marie Claire Published
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Payal Kadakia Is Sharing Her Secret Sauce
In her new book, LifePass, the ClassPass founder gives you the tools to write your own success story.
By Neha Prakash Published
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I Narrowly Avoided Becoming Another Black Maternity Statistic
In an excerpt from her new memoir, 'Black American Refugee,' Tiffanie Drayton writes about how systemic racism bled into her own pregnancy.
By Tiffanie Drayton Published
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Michael Schur Gives Us a Peek at His Library
The 'The Good Place' creator shares which book inspired one of his most iconic TV characters.
By Neha Prakash Published
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'What the Fireflies Knew' Is Our February Book Club Pick
Get a sneak preview of Harris's debut novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Marie Claire Published
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Exciting New Memoirs to Add to Your TBR Pile
From Kendra James's 'Admissions' to Viola Davis's 'Finding Me.'
By Rachel Epstein Published
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New Author Rachel Lindsay Shares Her Favorite Reads
From 'Caste' to 'The Hunting Wives,' the former Bachelorette has an extensive personal library.
By Marie Claire Published
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Diary of a Non-Monogamist
Rachel Krantz, author of the new book 'Open,' shares the ups and downs of her journey into the world of open relationships.
By Abigail Pesta Published
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Get Ready for Some Incredible Books in 2022
Expect highly-anticipated titles from Emma Straub, Akwaeke Emezi, Rebecca Serle, and more!
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Stress-Relieving Gifts That Will Put Anyone at Ease
The pandemic burnout is real.
By Rachel Epstein Published
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Looking for a Feel-Good Romance? Read 'The Fastest Way to Fall'
"The slow burn pining, tension, and steam had me blushing."
By Marie Claire Published
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Read 'Fiona and Jane' With Us in January
Get a sneak preview of Jean Chen Ho's debut novel, here, then dive in with us throughout the month.
By Marie Claire Published
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In Conversation: Stacey Abrams and Zaila Avant-garde
The two incredible women have a lot more in common than you think!
By Rachel Epstein Published