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These novels and memoirs explore couples, throuples, and open relationships—and all their complexities.

By Liz Doupnik Published 19 June 26

These murder mystery books feature acts of queer resistance—and should absolutely be on your TBR stack.

By Andrea Bartz Last updated 16 June 26

The bestselling romance author dishes on her latest must-read novel and her favorite international love stories.

By Quinci LeGardye Published 15 June 26

These must-read novels by Ann Patchett, Rachel Yoder, and more explore the messy reality of being a mom.

By Liz Doupnik Published 8 May 26

The 'PEN15' star shares which "traumedies" inspired her debut memoir, 'The Sane One.'

By Sadie Bell Published 5 May 26

Novels and memoirs about marriages falling apart are having a moment.

By Liz Doupnik Published 17 April 26

We rounded up the best books about heroines facing off with Mother Nature herself.

By Liz Doupnik Published 17 March 26

The writer and pastry chef knows what it means to savor something—be it a great meal or a novel you can’t put down

By Sadie Bell Published 3 March 26

In these classics and contemporary, complex romances, the heart wants what the heart wants.

By Liz Doupnik Published 13 February 26

The author, whose novel is set in the '90s magazine era, tells us the books she thinks capture a similar energy.

By Sadie Bell Published 27 January 26

These novels about rich people behaving badly, wild heiresses, and the upper echelons of society are total page-turners.

By Liz Doupnik Published 19 January 26

Obsessed with unsolved painting theft and the underbelly of the art world? Allow us to recommend your next read.

By Liz Doupnik Published 5 December 25

Looking for an escape from the family function? Read these books by Emma Straub, Zadie Smith, and more.

By Liz Doupnik Published 20 November 25

We asked the 'Nymph' author to tell us about the titles that she thinks unfold like a movie, or tell her favorite Hollywood tales.

By Sadie Bell Published 14 October 25

The "English Teacher" of pop loves a good literary reference.

By Liz Doupnik Published 9 October 25

Here's what to read to get into the school spirit, whether you're headed back to campus or not.

By Liz Doupnik Published 3 September 25

Elena Ferrante, Eva Baltasar, and more will make it feel like you got your passport stamped.

By Liz Doupnik Published 12 August 25

Thinking of rekindling things with a former flame? No problem. Author Bola Babalola has just the book recommendations for you.

By Sadie Bell Published 4 August 25

Feeling the summer bummer malaise? No problem.

By Liz Doupnik Published 4 July 25

With her new memoir, 'The Dry Season,' out now, Melissa Febos shares the surprisingly sexy books she read during her year of intentional celibacy.

By Melissa Febos Published 3 June 25

Calling all fans of "cozy mysteries."

By Liz Doupnik Last updated 16 May 25

These must-reads come from literary mothers like Maya Angelou and Amy Tan, as well as our contemporary faves.

By Liz Doupnik Published 7 May 25

'The Missing Half' author/podcaster knows a good whodunit.

By Sadie Bell Published 6 May 25

These dystopian books imagine a future where the worst has already happened.

By Liz Doupnik Published 22 April 25