Here, you'll find Marie Claire's curated collection of honest, authentic books reviews and recommendations—including how to participate in our online monthly book club. (Yes, you really don't have to leave your couch!)

Exclusive Sneak Peeks

Danielle Evans's buzzy story collection is MC's January book club pick.

Read an excerpt from the new novel by Cecily von Ziegesar, best-selling author of 'Gossip Girl,' here.

Read an exclusive excerpt from Emily Danforth's buzzy gothic horror-comedy novel here.

Read an excerpt from Peace Adzo Medie's debut novel here.

Read an excerpt from Alyssa Cole's new novel here.
Reader Reviews

There are natural comparisons to Cecily von Ziegesar's bestselling series, but the book stands on its own.

"It's like Haunting of Hill House's 'Two Storms' scored to a gothic version of T. Swift's Folklore album..."

"Afi is a worthy heroine, unwilling to yield to the patriarchal forces that threaten her spirit."

In fact, the plot is all too real for Black and brown communities.
Best of 2020

Exciting new and upcoming releases to order today.

They may be based on reality, but they'll still help you escape for a little while.

You'll thank yourself later.

Bonus: They're all by women.

Because sometimes current events aren't scary enough.

The book features a retired detective, a missing teenager, and an idyllic town in Ireland.

Stories so good, you won't need a bookmark.

Our readers said Raven Leilani's sentences are poetry.