August Page-Turners: Must-Read Books to Ignite Your Literary Passion

THANH VY VUONG
Dear book lovers!

As we turn the pages into August, it's time to look ahead at the literary delights this month has in store for us. Whether you're diligently ticking off titles from your reading list or still navigating through your towering stack of to-be-read books, this is the perfect moment to refresh and reinvigorate your reading journey.

For those of you who have triumphantly conquered your reading goals for the first half of the year, kudos to you! Your dedication is inspiring, and now it's time to uncover new treasures that August promises to deliver. Get ready to delve into stories that will transport you to different worlds, introduce you to unforgettable characters, and spark your imagination in ways you never thought possible.

And if you're finding yourself a bit behind on your literary aspirations, fear not! Every page turned is a step forward. Consider this a gentle nudge to pick up where you left off, and remember, there's no rush in the world of books. It's all about the journey and the joy of discovering new narratives. To help you along, we'll be sharing some of the most anticipated releases of August, guaranteed to reignite your passion and add some fresh excitement to your reading list.

So, wear your comfortable shirt, grab a cozy spot, a cup of your favorite beverage, and let's dive into the captivating array of books that await us this month!
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Expected publication August 6, 2024

A Soceress comes to call by T. Kingfisher

A dark retelling of the Brothers Grimm's Goose Girl, rife with secrets, murder, and forbidden magic

Cordelia knows her mother is unusual. Their house doesn’t have any doors between rooms, and her mother doesn't allow Cordelia to have a single friend—unless you count Falada, her mother's beautiful white horse. The only time Cordelia feels truly free is on her daily rides with him. But more than simple eccentricity sets her mother apart. Other mothers don’t force their daughters to be silent and motionless for hours, sometimes days, on end. Other mothers aren’t sorcerers.

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Expected publication August 6, 2024

The Pairing by Casey McQuiston

In #1 New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, two bisexual exes accidentally book the same European food and wine tour and challenge each other to a hookup competition to prove they're over each other—except they're definitely not.

Theo and Kit have been a lot of things: childhood best friends, crushes, in love, and now estranged exes. After a brutal breakup on the transatlantic flight to their dream European food and wine tour, they exited each other's lives once and for all.

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Expected publication August 13, 2024

Born of Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes the thrilling conclusion to her beloved Flesh and Fire series…

The line between love and obsession has never been wider.

While Sera is finally free of Kolis and back with those she loves, not everything is calm. Memories of all she’s endured still haunt her, but Sera finally has hope for a future with the other half of her heart and soul. Nyktos desires, loves, and accepts every part of her—even the monstrous bits she still battles.

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Expected publication August 13, 2024

The Break-Up Pact by Emma Lord

Two best friends who haven’t spoken in ten years pretend to date after break-ups with their respective exes go viral, in this delightfully fun and deeply emotional novel.

June and Levi were best friends as teenagers—until the day they weren’t. Now June is struggling to make rent on her beachside tea shop, Levi is living a New York cliché as a disillusioned hedge fund manager and failed novelist, and they've barely spoken in years.

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Expected publication August 27, 2024

Daydream by Hannah Grace

The new novel from the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Icebreaker and Wildfire...

When procrastination lands him in a difficult class with his least favorite professor, Henry Turner knows he’s going to have to work extra hard to survive his junior year of college. And now with his new role as ice hockey captain – which he didn’t even want – Henry absolutely cannot fail. Enter Halle Jacobs, a fellow junior who finds herself befriended by Henry when he accidentally crashes her book club.

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Happy Reading

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