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For an ordinary Tuesday in June, today has an unusually magical vibe. Aliens are making headlines, love is blooming in a secret garden, and readers around the world are celebrating one of literature's greatest adventures. Maybe today isn’t so ordinary after all…
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THE BIG DEBUT
Voyagers
by Meg Charlton
With Spielberg’s new film Disclosure Day and the Pentagon’s latest UFO photo dump making headlines, aliens are back in the spotlight. That makes it the perfect time to pick up Meg Charlton’s debut—a moving story of first contact, a mysterious signal, and friendship at the end of the world. As The Today Show put it: “For a book with aliens in it, it’s really a human novel with a lot of heart and humor.”
ROMANCE SPOTLIGHT
The Someday Garden
by Ashley Poston
New York Times bestselling author Ashley Poston (The Seven Year Slip) returns today with another magical, heart-tugging romance. When a young gardener arrives at a Maine estate, she discovers a tangle of mysteries, a shifting garden, and a man trapped inside. If you grew up enchanted by The Secret Garden, you’re in for a treat with this one!
Bookworld
🎲 Monopoly: A Court of Thorns and Roses? Say less.
🎬 Amazon is adapting Lucy Score’s Things We Never Got Over into a series…
🎬 …And Netflix is adapting Hannah Grace’s Icebreaker.
🏆 See who won the 2026 Women’s Prize for Fiction.
Hotel Spotlight
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Hotel Caza
The Vibe: Urban coastal
The Location: San Francisco, CA
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Hotel Caza brings sunny, laid-back vibes just steps from the beach in San Francisco’s iconic Fisherman’s Wharf. Newly renovated rooms are filled with natural light, offering floor-to-ceiling views of the bay or city. The fun continues outside—Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, Alcatraz tours, and cable cars are all within a half-mile of the hotel! For some scenic adventures, discover the nearby parks, beaches, and trails for urban hiking. With its playful spirit and prime location, Caza is the perfect mix of comfort, style, and San Francisco charm—all ready for your camera roll.
Guess the Book: Poorly Explained Plots
A man embarks on a perilous journey across Dublin in search of lunch, companionship, and inner peace.
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I Will Find You
The Harlan Coben–Netflix hit machine keeps rolling with I Will Find You, a gripping adaptation of one of the author's most addictive thrillers. When David, a father serving time for his son’s murder, discovers evidence that the boy may still be alive, he’s pulled into a dangerous search for the truth. Following a handful of smash adaptations, including Fool Me Once and Missing You, I Will Find You premieres on Netflix this Thursday, June 18.
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Omni Shoreham Hotel
The Vibe: Serenity in the city
The Location: Washington, D.C.
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Since the 1930s, the Omni Shoreham has been a stage for history—hosting presidents, world leaders, and iconic performers from Aretha Franklin to The Beatles. Today, the landmark hotel blends historic grandeur with modern comforts across 834 rooms, some with private balconies overlooking 4 acres of landscaped gardens. Guests can lounge by the outdoor heated resort pool, recharge at the Spa & Health Club, or dine at one of three on-site restaurants and lounges. With the National Zoo next door, the National Mall minutes away, and Dupont Circle easily accessible, the Omni Shoreham makes every Washington, D.C. stay a memorable one.
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Ulysses by James Joyce! Today is Bloomsday, the annual celebration of this classic, which takes place over a single day: June 16. Honor Leopold Bloom’s journey with a long walk, a good book, or a local Bloomsday celebration.
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