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Author: Ekata Lahiri

Ekata (they/them) studied social sciences before they started working as a writer and editor. They are especially interested in working on gender, sexualities, mental health, and popular culture. When Ekata takes a break from aggressively refreshing Grammarly or juggling between multiple to-do lists, you can find them reading murder mysteries, binge-watching horror films, or listening to the Office Ladies podcast on a loop.
Must-Read Books Releasing in December 2023

10 Must-Read Books Releasing in December 2023

Posted on December 8, 2023 by Ekata Lahiri

Unwrap the gift of intriguing narratives this December 2023 with our must-read books list. From Tessa Bailey’s romantic rendezvous to Douglas Preston’s thrilling tales of real-life mysteries, these books promise to keep you captivated. Whether you’re looking for family drama, LGBTQ+ romance, or spine-chilling horror, we’ve got you covered. Dive into these enchanting worlds and…

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The 6 Best Mystery/Thriller Books by Keigo Higashino

Posted on September 24, 2023 by Ekata Lahiri

Here are six books by the famous Japanese writer Keigo Higashino and why you should pick these up if you are looking to indulge in mind-boggling mystery thrillers.  Keigo Higashino is undoubtedly one of the best mystery writers of our time. He got hooked on mystery fiction during high school and currently has over 40…

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13 New Releases to Check Out in September 2023

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Ekata Lahiri

Here are our top 13 new books for September 2023! Learn all about these new releases before you hit the bookstores this month. 2023 has been a great time for book lovers, and this month is no different. From literary fiction to young adult mysteries and moving memoirs, September has exciting new releases in store….

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A Guide to the 13 Books on the Booker Prize 2023 Longlist

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Ekata Lahiri

Excited to catch up on the Booker Prize nominations in 2023? Here’s a guide to the 13 books that have made it to the Booker Prize 2023 Longlist. The Booker Prize – presented yearly – is one of the most prestigious literary awards. On August 1, 2023, the Booker Prize judges’ committee revealed this year’s…

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Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo

10 New Books to Look Forward to in August 2023

Posted on August 7, 2023 by Ekata Lahiri

From moving historical fiction to nail-biting mysteries, here are 10 exciting books releasing in August that should definitely be on your radar! We are more than halfway down this year already, but the spring tide of exciting releases continues to flock to the bookstores each month. The month of August is no exception! From tales…

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6 Queer Horror Books to Check Out This Pride Month!

Posted on June 27, 2023 by Ekata Lahiri

If you delve into literary history, you will find that queerness has always been intrinsically related to the horror genre. Our guest author has 6 queer horror books for you this pride month. 6 Queer Horror Books: Queerness and horror fiction have been intertwined for ages and can be traced back to the gothic novels…

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