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10 best books on heart health, recommended by cardiologists
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13 enchanting books that read like Wes Anderson movies
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Contemporary romance authors like Colleen Hoover, including Taylor Jenkins Reid, K. A. Tucker, and Renée Carlino.
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Books with sad endings that inevitably leave readers in tears — and also in awe.
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The best Cormac McCarthy novels, ranked, for those wondering what order to read the late author’s thought-provoking works.
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The best dystopian books to hook fans of Suzanne Collins’ iconic series.
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Historical background and contemporary context on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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If you’re excited about the Barbie movie release this summer, check out these 10 books.
8 essential books for new parents
Children benefit from reading books in social, emotional, and intellectual ways.
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Judy Blume has been an icon of YA novels for decades, so here’s what to read now, based on your favorite Judy Blume book as a kid.
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These nine audiobooks have the perfect celebrity narrators.
Romance novels, ranked by mood
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Lose yourself in these true stories of survival and adventure around the world.
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Mystery fan? Here’s what you should read next, based on your favorite mystery trope.
12 grumpy/sunshine romance audiobooks for long walks on the beach
These audiobooks are perfect for readers who love the grumpy/sunshine romance trope.
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These historical fiction picks are highly recommended for fans of Kristin Hannah’s The Four Winds.
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Here are new books to read based on your Enneagram personality type.
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Seven compelling memoirs that portray both the complexity and humanity of mental illness.
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11 novels for nature lovers
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In honor of National Pet Day, we’ve compiled a list of books for new dog owners.
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8 fantasy retellings of your favorite stories
For a brand new twist on your favorite classic stories, read these 8 fantasy retellings.
15 books featuring iconic female literary characters
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Re-reading books from your childhood as an adult offers new perspectives and insights you might’ve missed.
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11 laugh-out-loud books to beat the winter blues
The best antidote for the winter blues is a cup of hot chocolate, a warm spot on the sofa, and a hilariously entertaining book.
7 titles to spark creativity
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Books that will motivate you to slow down, declutter, and live a more minimalist, intentional life.
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For readers looking for a life-changing book outside of the self-help genre, these seven titles will help prompt transformation, inspiration, and introspection.
14 Best Books and Podcasts to Improve Your Life
The best self-development and self-improvement books and podcasts on Scribd right now.
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7 titles to help you be more mindful
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Gain motivation by reading the memoirs and biographies of prominent people in history.
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The great mystery writer Agatha Christie created iconic characters and was a character in her own right.
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Escape into the hilarious side of being back at school with these laugh-out-loud novels.
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A list of good books set on a desert island.
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