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Happy November. The month is off to a strong start with fresh celeb book club picks and new releases to keep you entertained as the nights get longer.
And if you're looking for a little bookish escape this Election Day, it's the perfect time to revisit this beloved romance that puts a fun spin on international relations.
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Bookmarks | Exciting New Releases
HORROR SPOTLIGHT
Incidents Around the House
by Josh Malerman
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The inspiration for the movie Other Mommy! To eight-year-old Bela, her family is her world. There’s Mommy, Daddo, and Grandma Ruth. But there is also Other Mommy, a malevolent entity who only gets stronger, bolder, and more restless with each passing day.
LITERARY FICTION SPOTLIGHT
Sweet Pea
by Kit de Waal
The November Read with Jenna pick is a moving story of grief, motherhood, and found family. When Paulette's dreams of marriage and a happy family fall apart, she's left to raise her young son on her own. But an unexpected addition to their little family gives her a new chance at love and connection. As bestselling author Monica Ali puts it, “De Waal takes an ordinary life and renders it extraordinary.”
Hitting the Shelves:
The Best Book Releases of the Week!
Bookworld
✏️ ICYMI, Gilmore Girls’ Kelly Bishop is writing her debut novel!
🫖 Ann Patchett has a piping hot take on an American classic.
🔱 The Season 3 trailer for Percy Jackson & the Olympians just dropped.
Guess the Book: Poorly Explained Plots
Local millionaire throws 400 parties in hopes that one specific woman will attend.
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Hotel Spotlight
Together with Inside Hotels
Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville, Autograph Collection
The Vibe: Rustic luxury
The Location: Greenville, South Carolina
Instaworthy Accommodations:
Perched above the falls of the Reedy River, Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville blends natural beauty with creative flair. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the natural scenery at every turn, while curated artwork and Earth-inspired details create a cozy retreat. Grab a cocktail overlooking the river, dine at one of the lodge’s three offerings, unwind at the spa, or explore the hiking trails that weave through the property. With private balconies, an on-site gallery, and Falls Park just outside, this boutique retreat makes it easy to slow down and soak up the best of Greenville.
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Being Heumann
Based on Judith Heumann’s memoir, one of the most influential disability rights activists in US history, this inspiring drama takes us back to 1977, when Heumann and more than 100 protestors sent a very loud message to the government: The system is broken, not them. Directed by CODA’s Siân Heder and starring Ruth Madeley, Mark Ruffalo, and Dylan O’Brien, the movie hits select theaters this Friday before streaming Nov. 13 on Apple TV.
Hotel Spotlight
Together with Inside Hotels
ONE11 Hotel
The Vibe: Refined riverfront luxury
The Location: New Orleans, LA
Instaworthy Accommodations:
Set along the Mississippi River in a meticulously restored sugar refinery, ONE11 Hotel offers a quietly sophisticated take on New Orleans luxury. Once the heart of the city’s historic Sugar District, the building’s industrial past is echoed in 83 rooms, each with original architectural details, warm textures, and oversized windows—many with sweeping river views. Guests can unwind by the rooftop pool, linger over Creole-inspired dishes at Batture Bistro & Bar, or step out to explore the unforgettable wonders of the French Quarter. It’s a polished, intimate stay that bridges New Orleans’ past and present.
Guess the Book: Poorly Explained Plots Answer
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald! ICYMI, NBC is developing a gender-swapped police procedural reimagining of this classic because, idk, someone at the network was playing Mad Libs?
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