Jennifer Aniston’s new children’s book and preparations for “Sunrise on the Reaping”

Jennifer Aniston writes a children’s book

Available in stores from autumn. Clydeo takes a bite out of life is the first installment of a four-book deal with actress Jennifer Aniston. The animated pup, which first appeared on Aniston’s Instagram in 2021, is based on Aniston’s real-life rescue dog Clyde. Readers learn about Clydeo’s origin story as well as the discovery of his particular passion for cooking. After struggling to find “his thing” in his family, Clydeo embarks on a fun journey to gain confidence.

What to expect from the upcoming book and film “The Hunger Games”

Get ready for the fifth installment in Suzanne Collins’ Hunger Games series. Sunrise on harvest daythat “the world of Panem 24 years before the events of The hunger Games.” The novel, set for release on March 18, 2025, is also being adapted into a feature film by Lionsgate Pictures, expected to hit theaters in November 2026. Find out more about what to expect from the book and film here.

UNESCO announces World Book Capital 2024

Bibliophiles will find plenty of centuries-old tomes, graphic novels, modern works and more in the French city of Strasbourg, this year’s World Book Capital (proclaimed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). Add the city to your bucket list and read about its history and attractions in this NYT article.

Amazon and Goodreads publish the most popular books of the year (so far)

The year is half over and everyone is sharing their favorite books of the year so far. From the New York Times at Barnes & Noble, everyone has their own opinion – but you might find many familiar titles in these lists. Check out the latest collection from Amazon and Goodreads, and maybe create your own list and share it with us!

Sequel to “Five Broken Blades” in the works

The lies are bigger and the plans more insidious when your favorite traitors are brought to justice in the breathtaking sequel to the Instant New York Times Bestselling epic romance, Five broken bladesThe book is expected to hit shelves on January 7th.

“Coraline” director has another Neil Gaiman classic in mind as a stop-motion film

Coralline Director Henry Selick wants Neil Gaiman’s novel The ocean at the end of the road a stop-motion adaptation. The enchanting and harrowing tale of mystery and survival, memory and magic makes the impossible all too real when our nameless protagonist returns to his hometown for a funeral and begins to recount events that occurred some 40 years earlier.

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman return for the sequel to “Practical Magic”

Get the midnight margaritas ready for the long-awaited sequel to the 1998 classic adaptation Applied MagicPlot details are not yet known, but Bullock and Kidman will return in their original roles and as producers.

“House of the Dragon” already renewed for third season

With Season 2 only being released this week, it is surprising to hear that HBO is game of Thrones Spinoff for another season, so stay tuned for news on the release of the new season!

Amazon is accused of audiobook monopoly

A class action lawsuit is being filed against Amazon, claiming the company has monopolized the audiobook retail market. Author Christine DeMaio (pseudonym CD Reiss) is leading the suit, claiming Amazon violates U.S. antitrust law by charging higher distribution fees to authors who do not exclusively use the e-commerce giant’s platform. For more information, click here.

BA Paris’s ‘The Breakdown’ comes to frightening life in ‘Blackwater Lane’, out now

Florida strikes again: School district in Florida bans book about … Banned books

Alan Gratz Ban this book tells the story of a fourth-grader trying to get her favorite book back to the school library after it was removed by authorities. Ironically, that book has now been banned in a school district in Florida. Late last month, a parent active with Moms for Liberty filed a complaint about the book, claiming it depicts sexual behavior and “teaches children to be social justice warriors.” One of the most ridiculous complaints about a book ban, if you ask me…

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