Jeff Strand brings scares and giggles in his new middle-grade horror listen
Branching into folk horror for the first time, the author spins a goose-pimply tale of twin siblings who stumble upon an isolated, eerie town.
Lindy Ryan brings Texas-sized horror with a dash of humor and charm
This gasp-worthy mystery is full of big-hearted characters and Southern sensibilities—and it brings a bite.
Amanda Montell explains why everyone is guilty of "Magical Overthinking"
The bestselling author and podcast host’s latest listen is as entertaining as it is informative about the cognitive biases lurking behind today’s zeitgeistiest delusions.
The setting is as enchanting as the meet-cute in Abby Jimenez’s "Just for the Summer"
The bestselling romance powerhouse on her Minnesota settings, being an introvert, and why she doesn’t have an office—yet.
“The Husbands” illustrates the madness of modern dating
Holly Gramazio’s novel about a fantasy attic that produces an endless stream of husbands highlights the decision paralysis that comes in a world with too many choices.
Meet the fearsome foursome behind "Desperate Deadly Widows"
They had us at "Young Rich Widows." Now, they’re back with a new installment of the twisty thriller series, and it’s a killer.
Tana French plays with Western tropes in an Irish setting in "The Hunter"
The celebrated literary crime fiction writer on stretching the boundaries of genre, the power of outsiders, and whether we can expect a Cal Hooper trilogy.
“Worry” is the debut you’ll be hearing about all year
Alexandra Tanner on social media, existential crises, and Mormon mommy bloggers.
Abrahm Lustgarten on how climate change is putting US residents “On the Move”
The environmental journalist’s latest deep dive is an eye-opening exploration of the massive population shifts expected to play out this century—and how we can prepare for them.
For Micaiah Johnson, returning to Ashtown was like “putting on a warm glove”
The sci-fi author follows up her acclaimed debut with the propulsive and provocative "Those Beyond the Wall."
"Listen for the Lie" is an explosive mystery that unpacks the “why” rather than the “who”
Featuring delicious dual narration from Will Damron and January LaVoy, Amy Tintera's juicy new thriller explores the complexities of female friendships and the impact of true crime podcasts.
“Piglet” explores appetite in its various forms
Lottie Hazell discusses her delicious debut novel and the language of food that fuels it.