Literary fiction has long been seen as a genre that few can enjoy. With themes that traditionally revolved around suburban life and privileged existences, the genre is finally starting to evolve. Featuring forward thinking ideas and beautiful language, these eight books unpack much more than previous literary fiction works. Their mission, along with the rest … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/8-of-the-most-dynamic-upcoming-literary-fiction-releases/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read

This article is part of our Publishers Weekly U.S. Book Show 2021 Coverage. With the continued growth of streaming, more written works will be adapted into feature films and television shows than ever before, according to four professionals involved in the buying and selling of intellectual property in Hollywood. They discussed the future of book … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/the-future-of-literary-adaptations-industry-professionals-talk/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read

The world of mystery is evolving. Though it started out as little more than true crime and detective work, publishers have seen newer mysteries more jam packed with raw, real life events. Emotional intensity and undiscovered histories were key traits of the eight upcoming mysteries featured at Publisher Weekly’s US Book Show.  Don Winslow: City … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/here-are-8-exciting-mysteries-and-thrillers-coming-in-fall/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read

One of the more interesting panels from the US Book Show was one titled: “Political Books: What Does the Post-Trump Landscape Hold?” As a politics lover, I wanted to explore exactly what was going on in publishing after the era of sensationalism Trump created.  Political books seem to be one of the largest areas of … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/in-a-post-trump-era-sensationalism-still-scars-the-publishing-industry/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read

From author Marian Leah Knapp comes a new release, Prohibition Wine, which touches on the real story of Rebecca Goldberg’s life. Unlike other biographies, which typically focus on people who live out-of-this-world lives, Rebecca Goldberg’s story is realistic and raw. There are no frills or out of the box adventures, but the book is still … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/prohibition-wine-is-a-touching-and-powerful-true-story/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read

Disclaimer: This novel contains graphic assault scenes, abuse, and several other sensitive topics, which may not be suitable for younger audiences. Reader’s discretion is advised.  Rita Williams-Garcia’s latest release, A Sitting in St. James, is a powerful book. Set in the 1860s, the story revolves around the life of the Guilbert family, a financially struggling … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/rita-williams-garcias-a-sitting-in-st-james-is-one-of-the-most-gripping-and-important-reads-of-the-year/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read

Note: This review contains spoilers for Meet Cute Diary. I received an Advanced Reviewer Copy in exchange for an honest review. From author Emery Lee comes the exciting and inclusive Meet Cute Diary. The fun YA novel is all about main character Noah Ramirez, who runs a blog called the Meet Cute Diary, where he … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/meet-cute-diary-is-an-inspiring-and-inclusive-summer-romance/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read

Editor’s Note: I received a free copy of this book an exchange for a fair, honest review. After taking the world by a storm with the Red Queen series, Victoria Aveyard has returned to grant us another fantasy series, promising us another addictive read. Realm Breaker, the pilot of her next fantasy series, is a … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/realm-breaker-a-review-of-victoria-aveyards-new-exhilarating-fantasy-book/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read