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In this newsletter, you will find books releasing the weeks of February 22nd and March 1st that we think will be of interest to Bookreporter.com readers, along with Bonus News, where we call out a contest, feature or review that we want to let you know about so you have it on your radar.

This week, we are calling attention to our "What's Your Book Group Reading This Month?" contest on ReadingGroupGuides.com, where three book groups will win 12 copies of Julia Kelly's latest novel, THE LAST GARDEN IN ENGLAND. Fellow bestselling author Fiona Davis says that the book "encompasses everything I love in historical fiction: a dramatic setting depicted so vividly I could’ve sworn I was strolling through the gardens of Highbury House as I turned the pages, and a series of stories that intertwine each other effortlessly, echoing the theme of love lost and found. A delight." The deadline for your entries is Wednesday, March 3rd at noon ET. THE LAST GARDEN IN ENGLAND was one of the top five most anticipated books from readers who attended our “Bookaccino Live” event in January.

Also, we are sharing Carol's latest "Bookreporter Talks To" interview with Jane Harper, who joined us from Australia to talk about her new thriller, THE SURVIVORS, which is an upcoming Bookreporter.com Bets On pick. Setting has a strong influence on Jane's work, and she talked about exploring Tasmania as part of her research process. Humorously, the setting had Carol looking at maps as she confessed to having no idea where Tasmania sat in reference to Australia and New Zealand. Jane also discussed how she develops her plot and characters, the survivor statues that figure in the book, and the movie adaptation of THE DRY, which was recently released in Australia. Click here to watch the video and here to listen to the podcast.

Finally, on Monday, March 1st at 8pm ET, Carol will be moderating a Women’s History Month Extravaganza with author guests Lauren Willig (BAND OF SISTERS), Marie Benedict (THE MYSTERY OF MRS. CHRISTIE), Kristin Harmel (THE BOOK OF LOST NAMES), and Vanessa Riley (ISLAND QUEEN). Click here for more info about the event and how to get a ticket.

In this newsletter, you will find books releasing the weeks of February 15th and February 22nd that we think will be of interest to Bookreporter.com readers, along with Bonus News, where we call out a contest, feature or review that we want to let you know about so you have it on your radar.

This week, we are calling attention to our special contest for THE GIRLS IN THE STILT HOUSE by debut novelist Kelly Mustian. Told in shifting perspectives, the book --- which the publisher describes as “THIS TENDER LAND meets WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING” --- centers on two young girls, Ada and Matilda, in 1920s Mississippi amidst the lawlessness of Prohibition, Southern race relations of the time, and in a society where young women, especially those of meager resources, live at the mercy of the men around them. THE GIRLS IN THE STILT HOUSE doesn’t release until April 6th, but we have 25 advance copies to give away to those who would like to read the book. The deadline for your entries is Thursday, February 25th at noon ET.

We know that many of you enjoy listening to talks from authors and conversations about books. A number of you have asked if there is a list of book podcasts available. We are happy to share that there is now. LiveWriters has a collection of the most important podcasts about books, authors and publishing. You can sign up for their newsletter here --- and while you are there, you can read the current newsletter where Carol is interviewed about our "Bookreporter Talks To" podcast series.

Our Next "Bookaccino Live" Event:
Wednesday, March 10th at 2pm ET

Next month's "Bookaccino Live" event will take place on Wednesday, March 10th at 2pm ET. Carol will present titles releasing between March 9th and April 6th, along with a few from May, that she thinks will be of interest to our readers. Click here to sign up. Those attending the live event will be asked to answer a survey about the books from the presentation that they are most interested in reading and will be eligible to win prizes.

If you missed our February 10th event, where Carol talked about 22 titles coming out from February 9th to March 2nd, along with six April releases, you can watch it here and see a list of the featured titles here.

In this newsletter, you will find books releasing the weeks of February 8th and February 15th that we think will be of interest toBookreporter.com readers, along with Bonus News, where we call out a contest, feature or review that we want to let you know about so you have it on your radar.

This week, we are calling attention to our Favorite Monthly Lists & Picks feature for February, which includes Indie Next, LibraryReads, the Barnes & Noble Book Club, Reese's Book Club, the Jenna Bush Hager "Read with Jenna" Today Show Book Club, the "Good Morning America" Book Club, and more.

Also, be sure to check out Carol's latest "Bookreporter Talks To" interviews with Janet Skeslien Charles and Sharon Virts.

While working as the programs manager at the American Library in Paris, Janet Skeslien Charles learned all about the history of the library, which celebrated its centennial last year. Included in its storied history are the heroic librarians who stood up to the Nazis during World War II and smuggled books to those the Nazis deemed undesirable. In THE PARIS LIBRARY, this fascinating story is told in separate points of view over two time periods: one in 1939 Paris and the other in 1983 Montana. Janet talked to Carol about the themes she explored here, including the relevance of the decades-long gap in the story. She also explained how her life in both Montana and Paris influenced the novel and offered some interesting tidbits about how she chose to conduct her research in order to keep it both true to real-life events and engaging as a story. Click here to watch the video and here to listen to the podcast.

Sharon Virts' debut novel, MASQUE OF HONOR, will be a Bookreporter.com Bets On pick and is our current Historical Fiction Author Spotlight title. In this coming-of-age tale set in early 19th-century America, two sons of the Virginia aristocracy risk it all to defend their dreams and determine their own destinies. Sharon discussed with Carol what anchors us in history, such as ancient houses and long-forgotten relics. Since this is her first book, she described her journey crafting the story and the editing that brought improvements to each draft. She also explained what she wants to share about women in her writing, which comes after years of running a company that had about 5,000 employees the day she sold it. Click here to watch the video and here to listen to the podcast.

This Month's "Bookaccino Live" Event: This is your last newsletter reminder to sign up for our next "Bookaccino Live” event, which will take place via Zoom TOMORROW, Wednesday, February 10th at 2pm ET. Carol will present titles releasing between February 9th and March 9th, along with a few from April, that she would like to get on your radar. Attendees of the live event will be invited to answer a survey about the books from the presentation that they are most interested in reading. Those who do will be eligible to win prizes! Be sure to register here by 10am ET tomorrow. If you already signed up, please do not do so again!

In this newsletter, you will find books releasing the weeks of February 1st and February 8th that we think will be of interest to Bookreporter.com readers, along with Bonus News, where we call out a contest, feature or review that we want to let you know about so you have it on your radar.

This week, we are calling attention to our Valentine's Day contest. Five of you will win seven recently published or soon-to-be-released titles for yourself or that special someone in your life: MEET ME IN BOMBAY by Jenny Ashcroft, THE POWER COUPLE by Alex Berenson, THE RETURN by Nicholas Sparks, SHIPPED by Angie Hockman, THE SOULMATE EQUATION by Christina Lauren, TOKYO EVER AFTER by Emiko Jean, and WHEN HARRY MET MINNIE: A True Story of Love and Friendship by Martha Teichner. All you have to do is enter here by Friday, February 12th at noon ET for your chance to win these irresistible love-themed books.

Also, we are sharing Carol's latest "Bookreporter Talks To" interview with Sadeqa Johnson, whose new novel, YELLOW WIFE, will be a Bookreporter.com Bets On pick. This harrowing story follows an enslaved woman who is forced to barter love and freedom while living in the most infamous slave jail in Virginia. Sadeqa talked to Carol about her inspiration for writing YELLOW WIFE, how she tackled the serious topics that are addressed here, the relationship that her children have with the novel, and how working with J. K. Rowling as her publicist helped pave the way for her career as an author. Click here to watch the video and here to listen to the podcast.

Finally, we are spotlighting THE SURVIVORS, which is now in stores. Coming home dredges up deeply buried secrets in this thrilling mystery by New York Times bestselling author Jane Harper, whose previous novels are THE DRY, FORCE OF NATURE and THE LOST MAN. Carol will be chatting with Jane next week for a "Bookreporter Talks To" interview!