Elizabeth Rosner is the author of three novels, a poetry collection, and most recently Survivor Café: The Legacy of Trauma and the Labyrinth of Memory. Her novel The Speed of Light was translated into nine languages and won several awards in the US and in Europe, including being shortlisted for the prestigious Prix Femina. Blue Nude was named among the best books of 2006 by the San Francisco Chronicle. Electric City was named among the best books of 2014 by NPR. Survivor Café, her first work of nonfiction, was named among the best books of 2017 by the San Francisco Chronicle and was a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award. Her essays and reviews have appeared in the New York Times Magazine, Elle, the San Francisco Chronicle and others. She lives in Berkeley, CA.

Praise for THIRD EAR: Reflections on the Art and Science of Listening: 

"THIRD EAR: Reflections on the Art and Science of Listening is a marvel – a beautifully-written, meticulously researched, and fascinating exploration of the transformative power of listening. If you’re anything like me, your copy will be dog-eared and underlined, like all of your favorite books.” —Adrienne Brodeur, author of Little Monsters

“Elizabeth Rosner’s Third Ear should be required for the entire human race. Rosner is one of the greatest writers and thinkers of our time—with insight into this century’s difficult socio-political and ethical questions. With clarity and intimacy, Rosner renders a sonic universe in which reciprocity connects all of life through deep listening. We are one small part of a large, delicate ecosystem—from the soil bioacoustics to the toxic pesticides we use, from the extinction of different species to the threat of our own. Third Ear gives us a second chance to look inside ourselves and find something human in us.” —E. J. Koh, author of The Liberators and The Magical Language of Others

"Elizabeth Rosner asks us to consider how listening can profoundly shape who we are, long before we really understand what it is we've heard." —Bonnie Tsui, bestselling author of Why We Swim and American Chinatown

“There is a world of knowledge of listening floating around us, in sound and on the page. No one has connected these stories to their own life and memories better than Elizabeth Rosner. I thought I knew this material after years of swimming in it, but she has revealed depths of sonic purpose through the unique connections she draws. This is a rare and profound book.” —David Rothenberg, author of Whale Music and Secret Sounds of Ponds

"[A] lyrical blend of memoir and science. . . . This soothes the soul." —Publishers Weekly 

Elizabeth Rosner

Charles R. Smith Jr. is an acclaimed author, poet, and photographer. He was the recipient of the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award for his photography in My People, a picture book based on the poem by Langston Hughes. He was the first photographer to win the award. He also won the Coretta Scott King Author Honor for writing Twelve Rounds to Glory: The story of Muhammad Ali. Charles has over twenty-five books to his credit, including If: A Father’s Advice to His Son, based on the poem by Rudyard Kipling, which he did photographs for. A native of Los Angeles, California, Charles now lives with his family in Poughkeepsie, New York. If he’s not working on a project or visiting a school, Charles enjoys martial arts, coaching youth sports, and spending time with his kids.

WORLD SOCCER KINGS

Charles R. Smith, Jr.

New York Times and USA Today bestselling novelist Joshilyn Jackson’s books have been translated into a dozen languages, won SIBA’s Novel of the Year award, three times been the #1 Book Sense Pick, twice been the #1 Indie Next Pick, twice won Georgia Author of the Year, been a top ten finalist in the Goodreads Choice Awards, been the Target Book Club Pick, three times been a Books-A-Million Book Club Pick, four times been shortlisted for the Townsend Prize for Fiction, been a finalist for the Willie Morris Award for Southern Fiction, and won the Patricia Winn Award for Southern Fiction.

A former actor, Jackson reads the audio versions of both her own novels and other writers’ books. Her work in this field has been nominated for the Audie Award, included on  AudioFile Magazine’s best of the year list, won three Earphones Awards, made the Audible All-Star list for highest listener ranks/reviews, and garnered three Listen Up Awards from Publishers Weekly.

As a volunteer with Reforming Arts, Jackson spent six years teaching creative writing in Georgia’s maximum security facility for women. She currently serves on their board of directors, focusing on re-entry. She lives in Decatur, Georgia, with her family, two entitled cats, and a modestly-sized dog.

"Chilling, thought-provoking, and hauntingly written, Mother May I kept me on the edge of my seat with its breathless race against time. Joshilyn Jackson’s latest riveting thriller starts with a bang and doesn’t let up, asking how well you truly know the people around you—and how far you’re willing to go for the ones you love. A true page-turner that will stick with me for a long time."—Megan Miranda, New York Times bestselling author of The Girl from Widow Hills

“All the things we love about Joshilyn Jackson come together with panache in Mother May I: subtle yet scalding insights on the nature of privilege, compelling, vibrant characters, and the wily plot and breakneck pace of a thriller. Mother May I sets a new standard for the genre: it’s razor-sharp, merciless, and masterful.”—Rose Carlyle, #1 internationally bestselling author of The Girl in the Mirror

"Joshilyn Jackson does it again with this explosive, white-knuckle read about a mother who will stop at nothing to protect her family. Terrifying, timely and thought-provoking, I couldn't tear my eyes away from Mother May I."—Mary Kubica, New York Times bestselling author of The Other Mrs.

"Gripping . . . The dark secret at the novel's heart rings all too true. Jackson knows how to ratchet up the suspense."—Publishers Weekly

“So much to unpack with Mother May I. Joshilyn Jackson has outdone herself with this psychological thriller that centers around a mother whose infant is kidnapped from right next to her. The mother is forced to make some horrendously hard choices if she is ever to see her baby again, but must also untangle the complicated mystery of why her family was targeted. Page turning, heart pounding twists and turns.”—Mary OMalley, Skylark Bookshop, Columbia, MO

“Atmospheric Southern fiction—social class is almost a character in this book—with a gripping, unpredictable plot and a twist that grapples with toxic masculinity.”—Sarah Rettger, Porter Square Books, Cambridge, MA 

“A dark domestic suspense story. An old secret surfaces, throwing the lives of everyone in danger. Quite a page turner.”—Sherry Fritzsche, Bank Square Books, Mystic, CT

“[An] epic duel between two flawed women—it’s the perfect thriller to round out your summer.”―People

“Never Have I Ever becomes a tale of moral suspense in addition to a psychological thriller. Its several plot twists are surprising and effective, and there are gripping sequences involving Amy’s work as a deep-sea diver woven logically into the narrative. Many books claim to be the perfect beach read. This one doesn’t, but it certainly fits the bill.”―Wall Street Journal

"Jackson has been establishing herself as a master of domestic suspense for years, and her hyped latest should do little to change that. A carefree neighborhood evening of games, gossip, and wine gradually evolves into something much more sinister, as engineered by a woman harboring unsettling secrets."―Entertainment Weekly

“Bestselling author Jackson packs in dramatic reveals about the women’s complex histories.”―Time

“Bestselling Jackson successfully trades her usual quirky Southern lit for darker psychological suspense in this latest highly recommended novel. Her prowess at writing affecting, character-driven fiction is on full display, and readers will devour the twisty, consuming story.”―Library Journal (starred review)

“Nail-biting suspense.… Jackson builds on her talent for creating imperfect, capable, and multi-layered characters to write smart suspense, driven by the intelligence and determination of the instigator and her prey… Never Have I Ever marks a new high in Jackson’s career.”―Booklist (starred review) 

“Wonderful—suspense and surprises, real characters, and a scary, ominous backbeat.  This feels like the book Jackson was born to write.”―Lee Child, New York Times bestselling author

“A smart, original thriller with real, compelling characters and a chilling reveal. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough.”―Clare Mackintosh, New York Times bestselling author of I Let You Go

“The more Roux and Amy became obsessed with each other, the more obsessed I became with the book. Jackson is a master... Fans of Joshilyn Jackson and newcomers alike will eat this book up. I did, and I’m hungry again.”―Sara Gruen, New York Times bestselling author of Water for Elephants

Joshilyn Jackson

Andrea Debbink is an editor and writer who specializes in immersive nonfiction storytelling—from historical biographies to contemporary topics like environmental stewardship, natural history, and food science. As a former American Girl magazine editor, she also has a knack for creating fun and whimsical content for young readers like DIYs and crafts, seasonal recipes, and STEM projects. When she's not writing or reading, she's exploring the outdoors with her kayak and camera.

"Making key points while moving steadily toward the conclusion, the book's rhymed couplets vary in tone from lyrical visions to plainspoken truths. The same tones resonate through Wong’s graceful illustrations, which contrast smoggy, overcrowded cityscapes with peaceful scenes of rivers winding through idyllic landscapes filled with sunlight, warmth, and life. A captivating, persuasive picture book."—Booklist (starred)

"A gentle reminder that we haven’t been good to our natural home, but it’s not too late to make amends."—Kirkus Reviews

The stark contrast of winter woods lends a foreboding atmosphere to this fairytale-like story about fear and courage. Sylvie had always been fearless, until she caught a glimpse of a wolf in the woods. Sylvie is afraid that no one will believe her and is mocked when she does share; her fear slowly consumes her, depicted as a black, wolfish shape that grows and swirls around her. With help from her aunt, Sylvie faces the wolf and her fear—and finds them both transformed."—Foreword Reviews (starred)

Praise for THE WILD WORLD HANDBOOK: CREATURES

“Hooks readers from the beginning...A treasure trove of animals, familiar as well as not so well-known, and the scientists and activists who help them survive and thrive.”—School Library Journal (starred)

“Animals are always a hot topic for kids, and this STEAM offering for middle-graders is sure to please.”—Booklist

“Filled with history and facts about creatures that are beautifully expressed and explained.”—Beary Into Books

“A wonderful book packed with amazing information!”—The Momma Spot

“A must have for families looking to make a difference in the world...Get ready to be blown away with the awe inspiring illustrations that fill the pages of this environmental stewardship handbook, while gaining practical tools and skills.”—Inspired by Savannah

Praise for THE WILD WORLD HANDBOOK: HABITATS

PureWow Happy Kid Award Winner 2021 for Best 8+ Book

“This gorgeous book features beautifully detailed illustrations, facts, stories and tips on making your own biome and helping to protect the environment.... A practical guide for young climate activists and junior conservationists.”—CNNUnderscored

“Beautifully illustrated….An entertaining and educational book for environmentally conscious nature lovers that will inspire action.”—Booklist

“Well-designed and smartly organized...providing inspiration that proves that all types of people can enjoy and protect nature.”—Kirkus Reviews

“This accessible guide offers a good balance of detailed information with engaging activities and calls to action....A strong choice to inspire young changemakers for our planet.”—School Library Journal

“Hopeful, even as it leaves no stone unturned on the path to mitigating grave ecological issues like climate change, deforestation and overfishing...The result leaves readers — whether middle grade or middle-aged — informed, inspired and, most importantly, empowered.”—Madison Magazine

“For the quieter kid, or perhaps for an Earth-minded child who may need to stay indoors for part of the summer...With more facts, less adventure, this book offers ecology-based biographies, activities to do indoors, fun facts, places to visit, and information about our world.”—Terri Schlichenmeyer

I WITNESSED: THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY OF 1963

Andrea Debbink

Benjamin Hale is a graduate of the Iowa Writer’s Workshop, he has received a Michener-Copernicus Award, the Bard Fiction Prize, and nominations for the Dylan Thomas Prize and the New York Public Library's Young Lions Fiction Award. His fiction and nonfiction have appeared, among other places, in The Paris Review, Conjunctions, Harper's Magazine, the New York Times, the Washington Post, Dissent, The L Magazine, The Millions, and has been anthologized in Best American Science and Nature Writing 2013.  He is a senior editor of Conjunctions and currently teaches at Bard College.

Benjamin Hale

Growing up, Alanna Martin wanted to be an astronaut, a doctor, and an actor – possibly all at once. After nine years of studying psychology, she somehow became a writer instead. This turned out to be the best career choice of all because she can work in her pajamas while drinking wine. She firmly believes in the power of fluffy books, long walks in the woods, and that there’s no such thing as too much coffee.

Alanna Martin/Tori Anne Martin

Anitha Rao-Robinson is a writer, conservationist, and creator of the Kindness Is Everything podcast. A former accountant, Anitha now devotes her time to writing and helping animals. Her debut picture book, A Family For Faru, was recognized by CBC as one of the Fall 2020 picture books they couldn't wait to read. Anitha lives on a hobby farm in Milton, Ontario with her family, which includes many animals.

Anitha Rao-Robinson

Nicole Kelner is the founder of Arts and Climate Change, an organization that uses art as a tool for climate communication. She uses watercolors to help visualize the world we want to live in, and her custom infographics translate complex topics into playful visuals. Her clients include the US Department of Energy, Harvard, The Guardian, and Sunrun. Before working in climate, Kelner co-founded and sold an after-school program to teach kids how to code. After her time working in education, she was the chief of staff at Climate Finance Solutions and Head of Operations at Dashboard.Earth.

Nicole Kelner

"A poetic dream come true of space flight, highly recommended for elementary school collections."

School Library Journal Gives THROUGH THE TELESCOPE a Starred Review

"Laskar tells an enthralling tale of a journalist’s futile attempt to separate the personal from the political."

Booklist Gives MIDNIGHT, AT THE WAR a Starred Review

Joshilyn Jackson was featured in the New Yorker article "The Unlikely Success of a Strange Alabama Bookstore."

Joshilyn Jackson Featured in the New Yorker

"[F]illed with empathy, inspiration, and ultimately hope....Devi S. Laskar's dynamic Midnight, at the War impressively captures a journalist more capable of reporting on global crises than confronting her own personal chaos."

Shelf Awareness Reviews MIDNIGHT, AT THE WAR

Huda Al-Marashi shared the inspirations for her novel HAIL MARIAM with Publishers Weekly.

Huda Al-Marashi Featured in Publishers Weekly

"Innovatively structured...The colorful layout and distinct chapter projects make this book one that can be used not only to learn about Asian Americans, but to get readers to see the larger structural issues behind racism and other issues in Asian American communities.”

School Library Journal Gives AUNTIE KRISTINA'S GUIDE TO ASIAN AMERICAN ACTIVISM a Starred Review

"Artful, ambitious, and unapologetically participatory."

Kirkus Gives AUNTIE KRISTINA'S GUIDE TO ASIAN AMERICAN ACTIVISM a Starred Review

Peter Brannen’s THE STORY OF CO2 IS THE STORY OF EVERYTHING (Ecco) has been named a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize in the category of science and technology. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on April 17. 

THE STORY OF CO2 IS THE STORY OF EVERYTHING Is an LA Times Book Prize Finalist 

PEN America included Devi S. Laskar's MIDNIGHT, AT THE WAR in their list of the 100 Most Anticipated Books of 2026.

PEN America Names MIDNIGHT, AT THE WAR a Most Anticipated Book of 2026

Cal Newport, author of SLOW PRODUCTIVITY (Portfolio) has created “Rebuild Your Focus & Reclaim Your Time,” available from MasterClass.

Cal Newport’s MasterClass Now Available

Jennifer Keishin Armstrong appeared on Really? No, Really? with Jason Alexander and Peter Tilden to talk about SEINFELDIA (Simon & Schuster). 

SEINFELDIA Featured on Really? No Really? Podcast

"It’s got all the “forbidden love” yearning you crave, mixed with incredible historical detail and a heroine you’ll actually root for."

Bookstr Includes ANA MARÍA AND THE FOX on Their Roadmap to Navigating Romance

Book Trib highlighted Liana De la Rosa's MUTUAL DISCORD in their partnership with independent bookstore Montgomery & Taggert.

Book Trib Calls MUTUAL DISCORD a Must-Read Book in 2026

Book Riot named LIana De la Rosa's MUTUAL DISCORD as one of the most anticipated Latine reads of 2026. 

Book Riot Names MUTUAL DISCORD a Most Anticipated Latine Read of 2026

"This book and series are a refreshing entry in historical romance, highlighting a lesser-known piece of history and diversifying a genre that is still so overwhelmingly white. It's hard to say what's better: the chemistry between the couple or the dynamic between the sisters. Good thing we don't actually have to choose."

Book Riot Names ANA MARÍA AND THE FOX One of the Best Books of the Century

THROUGH THE TELESCOPE by Charles R. Smith was named a Notable Children's Book for 2026 by the Association for Library Service to Children: "A picture book about groundbreaking astronaut Mae Jemison, highlighting the start of her fascination and curiosity about space. Awe-inspiring intergalactic illustrations convey the light and wonder of the universe."

THROUGH THE TELESCOPE is an ALSC Notable Children's Book for 2026

"Moldover makes an auspicious adult debut with this humane mystery about a stage actor investigating a murder alongside his ailing father...[He] draws even minor supporting characters in three dimensions, making the elegant core mystery much more satisfying than the average whodunit. Fans of character-driven crime fiction will eagerly await Moldover’s next move."

Publishers Weekly Gives TO THE END OF RECKONING a Starred Review

Brad Stulberg’s THE WAY OF EXCELLENCE (HarperOne) debuts at #6 on The New York Times Advice, How-To & Misc. Best Sellers List for the week of February 15.

THE WAY OF EXCELLENCE Is a New York Times Bestseller

Brad Stulberg’s THE WAY OF EXCELLENCE (HarperOne) debuted at #36 on USA Today's Best-Selling Booklist.

THE WAY OF EXCELLENCE Is a USA Today Bestseller

Debbie Tung’s MY PERFECTLY IMPERFECT BODY (Andrews McMeel) was honored by the American Library Association’s Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table in their inaugural Outstanding Comics Award for Young Adults in the category of nonfiction. The GNCRT’s Outstanding Comics Awards "aim to increase awareness of the graphic novel medium, raise voices of comic creators, and aid library staff in the development of graphic novel collections.”

MY PERFECTLY IMPERFECT BODY Wins Outstanding Comics Honor from ALA

Brad Stulberg shares five key insights from THE WAY OF EXCELLENCE (HarperOne) at the Next Big Idea Club.

THE WAY OF EXCELLENCE Is Featured at the Next Big Idea Club

An excerpt of Brad Stulberg’s THE WAY OF EXCELLENCE (HarperOne) appeared in Oprah Daily.

THE WAY OF EXCELLENCE Is Featured in Oprah Daily

Esquire included Shannon Sanders's THE GREAT WHEREVER in their list of the 22 Most Anticipated books of 2026, saying: "I loved Company, Shannon Sanders’s 2023 short story collection, so I’m excited to read her debut novel, The Great Wherever. The cover is gorgeous, and it’s about a Washington, D.C. gig worker who inherits her father’s stake in a Tennessee farm that’s home to the ghosts of four of her ancestors."

Esquire Names THE GREAT WHEREVER a Most Anticipated Book of 2026

Simran Jeet Singh received a picture book honor from Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) for A VAISAKHI TO REMEMBER (illustrated by Japneet Kaur) at the 2026 Youth Media Awards.

Simran Jeet Singh Receives Picture Book Honor from APALA

"Marilyn emerges as a highly relatable character with high levels of inquisitiveness and courage, offering young readers a kindred spirit and a role model of perseverance...[She] embodies the soul of a reporter who will stop at nothing to get the scoop of a lifetime...This kind of historical fiction is essential for providing easier connections to knowledge; this title is recommended for all library shelves."

School Library Journal Reviews I WITNESSED: THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY OF 1963

"Jackson’s mystery is tight and breathless, but it’s the characters who shine... A finely wrought, character-driven thriller with a propulsive and satisfying climax."

Kirkus Gives MISSING SISTER a Starred Review

"Jackson’s distinctive voice and signature flawed characters make this novel a sure bet, with a fast pace and plenty of twists to hook readers from page one... Stock multiple copies; this book will fly off the shelves. Perfect for fans of Jackson’s previous work and anyone who loves psychological thrillers full of heart-pounding suspense."

Library Journal Gives MISSING SISTER a Starred Review

The Los Angeles Times featured Paul Leonardi’s DIGITAL EXHAUSTION (Riverhead), saying: “Digital Exhaustion focuses on reshaping our relationship with technology in the long-term, helping readers develop healthier tech use habits so that breaking up with your phone isn’t necessary in the first place.”

DIGITAL EXHAUSTION Featured in the LA Times

"Through the Telescope, both a celebration of wonder and a tribute to perseverance, invites readers to look up at the night sky, dream big, and remember that exploration begins with imagination."

Shelf Awareness Reviews THROUGH THE TELESCOPE

Behavioral Scientist has selected Mary-Frances O’Connor’s THE GRIEVING BODY (HarperOne) as a Notable Book of 2025. From the magazine: "We select books that expand our understanding of ourselves and our place in the world; that deepen our knowledge of the events shaping our lives; that sharpen the way we do behavioral science and design; that help us navigate life more effectively.” 

Behavioral Scientist Selects THE GRIEVING BODY 

Morning Brew featured Cal Newport’s DEEP WORK (Grand Central) as one of their “best resources for creating the distraction-free environment.” 

DEEP WORK Featured on Morning Brew

The New York Times featured Cal Newport’s DEEP WORK (Grand Central) in their piece, “Want to Accomplish More This Year? These Books Can Help. The four featured books “provide evidence-based tools you can use on your path to healthy productivity.” 

DEEP WORK Featured in The New York Times 

Director Steven Soderbergh released his “Seen, Read 2025” list, and it features Anika Burgess’s FLASHES OF BRILLIANCE (W.W. Norton). 

FLASHES OF BRILLIANCE Makes Steven Soderberg’s Seen, Read 2025 List

Literary Hub included Shannon Sanders's THE GREAT WHEREVER in their list of most anticipated books of 2026, saying: "This book circles one of my favorite riddles for fiction: how do we carry ancestral expectations? When Audrey Lamb, an underpaid gig worker in D.C., inherits family farmland in Tennessee, she goes to claim her birthright—only to discover the property is ruled by four familial ghosts. An epic with supernatural and epigenetic overtones, this debut novel looks like a feast of a story."

Literary Hub Names THE GREAT WHEREVER a Most Anticipated Book of 2026

Debutiful included Shannon Sanders's THE GREAT WHEREVER in their list of most anticipated books of 2026, saying: "Sanders’s debut story collection, Company, was one of my absolute favorites. The moment the galley for her debut novel was available I made sure it was on its way to me. The Great Wherever is an ambitious multigenerational novel where the past (ghosts) is ever present. Sanders is an sublime writer with unparalleled talent. I could read her writing all day, every day."

Debutiful Names THE GREAT WHEREVER a Most Anticipated Book of 2026

BookPage included Shannon Sanders's THE GREAT WHEREVER in their list of most anticipated fiction books of the year.

BookPage Names THE GREAT WHEREVER as a Most Anticipated Fiction of 2026

BookPage included Shannon Sanders's THE GREAT WHEREVER in their list of the 21 most anticipated books of the year, saying: "It’s not often that a debut novel has our attention this far out, but for Shannon Sanders, author of the critically acclaimed short story collection Company, our interest is piqued. It helps that The Great Wherever has such an intriguing premise: a family saga narrated in part by a chorus of ghosts, in which the dead and the living are bound not only by blood but also by shared stakes in a family homestead in Tennessee, purchased by their patriarch, Thomas, who was one of the first Black landowners in the area."

BookPage Names THE GREAT WHEREVER a Most Anticipated Book of 2026

“Exemplary, tension-filled...The hallmarks of this absorbing novel are embedded in two literary achievements—an unerring examination of terrorism at home and abroad and a gripping exploration of the damage done by unhealed trauma. Laskar, a former reporter, thrusts us into scenes of horrific violence and suffering while expertly capturing the lives of seasoned journalists committed to bringing truth to their readers and listeners. [Midnight, at the War is] a dynamic novel about one woman’s struggle to understand the world and her own emotional chaos.”

MIDNIGHT, AT THE WAR Reviewed in Kirkus

Literary Hub included Benjamin Hale's CAVE MOUNTAIN in their list of the "Most Anticipated Books of 2026."

Lit Hub Names CAVE MOUNTAIN a Most Anticipated Book of 2026

The New York Times included Benjamin Hale's CAVE MOUNTAIN in their list of "The Nonfiction Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2026."

NYT Names CAVE MOUNTAIN a "Nonfiction Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2026"

"While Traister describes the unrelenting rage that continues to shape the political climate, she also encourages readers to steer their own anger toward hopeful change for all women."

Booklist Gives ANGRY GIRLS WILL GET US THROUGH a Starred Review

Charles R. Smith's BLACK DIAMOND KINGS has been selected by The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books as one of their Best Nonfiction Books of 2025.

BLACK DIAMOND KINGS  Named a Best Nonfiction Book of 2025 by The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

Debutiful has selected Freda Epum's memoir THE GLOOMY GIRL VARIETY SHOW as one of their Best Debut Books of 2025.

THE GLOOMY GIRL VARIETY SHOW Named a Best Debut Book of 2025 by Debutiful

Barnes & Noble has selected Matthew McConaughey's POEMS & PRAYERS (Crown) as one of their Best Memoirs of the Year.

POEMS & PRAYERS Is a B&N Memoir of the Year

The Next Big Idea Club selected Paul Leonardi’s DIGITAL EXHAUSTION (Riverhead) as one of its twelve best productivity books of 2025, calling it "A revelatory examination of why you’re feeling so worn out—and practical daily strategies to change your relationship with your devices."

DIGITAL EXHAUSTION Is a Next Big Idea Club Best Productivity Book

The Globe and Mail selected Paul Leonardi’s DIGITAL EXHAUSTION (Riverhead) as one of its ten best management books of 2025.

DIGITAL EXHAUSTION Is a Globe and Mail Best Management Book

The New York Public Library librarians selected their best books of 2025, and Nathalia Holt’s THE BEAST IN THE CLOUDS (One Signal) is on their Best Books for Adults list. 

THE BEAST IN THE CLOUDS Is a NYPL Best Book of 2025

The New York Times featured five books, including Cal Newport’s DIGITAL MINIMALISM (Portfolio), that are recommended by therapists and researchers to help people disconnect from tech. “These five titles—some considered classics—have consistently proven helpful, even as technology keeps evolving.”

NYT Features DIGITAL MINIMALISM

Publishers Weekly have named their most anticipated novels for Spring/Summer 2026, and Shannon Sanders's debut novel The Great Wherever is in their Top 10!

THE GREAT WHEREVER by Shannon Sanders Named One of Publishers Weekly's 10 Most Anticipated Literary Fiction titles for Spring/Summer 2026

Barnes & Noble has selected Brandon Stanton’s DEAR NEW YORK (St. Martin's) as one of their Best Gift Books of the Year.

DEAR NEW YORK Is a B&N Gift Book of the Year

“Murphy crafts a foreboding atmosphere from the jump and makes the occult elements at the center of the story feel entirely plausible. This is a winner.”

THE GHOST WOMEN Reviewed in Publishers Weekly

“This fast-paced novel set in the South Carolina Lowcountry combines magic, mysticism, and mystery into an engrossing and entertaining story that is difficult to put down. Recommended for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Alex Michaelides”

THE GHOST WOMEN Reviewed in Library Journal Review

"The sky isn't the limit but, rather, the beginning...Radiant shooting stars streak across the dark expanse of the universe, lighting Jemison's path not only through the unknown but toward her dazzling dreams."

THROUGH THE TELESCOPE Reviewed in Booklist

Charles R. Smith's BLACK DIAMOND KINGS has been selected by School Library Journal as one of their Best Poetry Books of 2025.

BLACK DIAMOND KINGS Is a School Library Journal Book of the Year

The cover for Liana De la Rosa's contemporary romance MUTUAL DISCORD (Berkley) was revealed by People Magazine in an exclusive on November 19, 2025.

People Magazine Reveals the Cover for Liana De la Rosa's MUTUAL DISCORD

Kirkus Reviews has selected Nathalia Holt’s THE BEAST IN THE CLOUDS (One Signal) as one of their Best Nonfiction Books of the Year.

THE BEAST IN THE CLOUDS Is a Kirkus Nonfiction Book of the Year

Kirkus Reviews has selected Anika Burgess’s FLASHES OF BRILLIANCE (W.W. Norton) as one of their Best Nonfiction Books of the Year. 

FLASHES OF BRILLIANCE Is a Kirkus Nonfiction Book of the Year

Nathalia Holt’s THE BEAST IN THE CLOUDS (One Signal) has been selected by Amazon as one of their Top 20 Books of 2025.

THE BEAST IN THE CLOUDS Is an Amazon Book of the Year

"Shamir’s adaptation of a variety of Traister’s writings is an accessible primer on the history of women’s activism in the United States... A brilliant overview of essential history."

Kirkus Gives ANGRY GIRLS WILL GET US THROUGH a Starred Review

Texas Standard included Simran Jeet Singh's interview about FAUJA SINGH KEEPS GOING as their third best book interview in the publication's history.

Texas Standard Names Simran Jeet Singh as their 3rd Best Book Interview of All Time

Matthew McConaughey's POEMS & PRAYERS debuted at #1 on the Hardcover Nonfiction New York Times Best Sellers list on the week of October 5, 2025.

POEMS & PRAYERS Is a #1 New York Times Bestseller

Brandon Stanton's work is being featured throughout Grand Central Station.

DEAR NEW YORK Exhibit at Grand Central Station

Brandon Stanton spoke with CBS News about "Humans of New York" and his new book DEAR NEW YORK (St. Martin's Press). 

Brandon Stanton Featured on CBS News

Rebecca Boyle’s OUR MOON (Random House) is the winner of a PEN Oakland Josephine Miles Award, named for the late poet and professor at the University of California at Berkeley. The award was created "to provide recognition for outstanding literary achievement from the entire spectrum of America’s diverse literary community.”

OUR MOON Wins a PEN Oakland Award

The Boardman Tasker Charitable Trust has announced that Nathalia Holt’s THE BEAST IN THE CLOUDS (One Signal) is on the shortlist for their 2025 Boardman Tasker Award for Mountain Literature. A panel of judges will determine the winning book as one that has “made an outstanding contribution to mountain literature."