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While a happily ever after romantic comedy can remedy a saddened heart, these novels will mirror the frustration, disappointment and heartache that can go hand in hand with love.

Thoughts from a Bookworm: Novels for the brokenhearted

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor February 13, 2025

In a publishing industry oversaturated with guaranteed happily ever afters, I wanted to highlight a set of books that portrays what many may be feeling this Valentine's Day season: heartbreak and sadness,...

“Happy Place” took on a different tone than Henry’s other novels but is superb nonetheless, providing an emotional, honest take on a second chance romance.

Thoughts from a Bookworm: More thoughts on popular BookTok novels

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor January 30, 2025

‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ by Delia Owens If I had to choose one popular BookTok recommendation I was most disappointed with, “Where the Crawdads Sing” would win. Although the heroine’s childhood...

2025's winter season will deliver multiple highly anticipated new novels, including the third book of Rebecca Yarros' sensational series "Fourth Wing."

Thoughts from a bookworm: This winter’s most anticipated new releases

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor January 16, 2025

'Onyx Storm' by Rebecca Yarros: Jan. 21 "Onyx Storm" is the long-awaited next installment of the popular "Fourth Wing" fantasy series. The novel is expected to become one of the most bought and read...

As 2024 comes to a close, several books stood out to me this year.

Thoughts from a bookworm: My favorite reads of 2024

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor December 6, 2024

While I enjoyed many of the 30 novels I read during 2024, only three received my highest rating of five stars. All markedly different from each other, my three favorite novels of the past year include...

New Novels from Emily Henry, Christina Lauren, and Sally Rooney were some of 2024's most popular releases and dominated the industry's bestselling charts. 

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Thoughts from a bookworm: 2024’s most popular book releases

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor November 14, 2024

2024 delivered many new novels for readers. From sequels in popular fantasy series, intriguing romantic comedies, celebrity memoirs and some authors' anticipated return to the shelves, 2024 was an exciting...

Here are some book recommendations based off previous hit novels.

Thoughts from a bookworm: What to read if you loved…

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor October 24, 2024

If you liked “Big Little Lies” by Liane Moriarty, read “Bad Summer People” by Emma Rosenblum. If you liked Liane Moriarty’s twisty, addictive “Big Little Lies,” I highly recommend giving...

After a three-year hiatus, Irish global phenomenon Sally Rooney has returned to the shelves with her fourth novel, "Intermezzo."

Thoughts from a Bookworm: Rooney delivers excellence in new novel ‘Intermezzo’

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor October 3, 2024

After a three-year hiatus, Irish global phenomenon Sally Rooney has returned to the shelves with her fourth novel, "Intermezzo." Rooney, best known for her novel "Normal People," has drawn attention far...

Emily Henry's novels, like "Book Lovers," are a perfect blend of romance and comedy while being emotionally aware.

Thoughts from a bookworm: My thoughts on popular BookTok novels

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor September 19, 2024

BookTok, a community on TikTok that shares book reviews and recommendations, has taken the publishing industry by storm, significantly impacting book sales and literary trends. However, certain books get...

Sally Rooney is one of the most talked about authors of her generation, and after a nearly three-year hiatus, the literature phenomenon is making her return with "Intermezzo."

Thoughts from a Bookworm: Upcoming fall releases

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor September 5, 2024

Sept. 10: ‘Here One Moment’ by Liane Moriarty Liane Moriarty, one of the biggest names in the publishing world, is set to return with her upcoming novel "Here One Moment." Arriving in the wake of...

“Bad Summer People” has everything readers crave in a beach read: drama, romance and mystery.

Thoughts from a Bookworm: My favorite reads of the summer

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor August 21, 2024

‘Sociopath: A Memoir’ by Patric Gagne Patric Gagne’s 2024 memoir “Sociopath” is one of the best I have read in years. I was hooked from the book’s opening lines. Gagne takes the reader through...

The Tiger is looking for what to read this summer!

Thoughts from a Bookworm: Your next beach read

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor April 25, 2024

‘The Lion's Den’ by Katherine St. John: ★★★★★ “The Lion's Den” entertained me from its first page to its last. Katherine St. John takes readers through a story filled with betrayal,...

Clemson Tiger browsing spring's hottest new reads.

Thoughts from a bookworm: Upcoming spring book releases

Caroline James Warner, Asst. TimeOut Editor April 4, 2024

The 2024 spring season will see many new titles hit the bookshelves. Readers can expect new releases from legendary authors and highly anticipated new stories. A new historical fantasy, a refreshing rom-com...

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