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We’re coming up on the end of the year, but the publishing and book updates haven’t slowed down. In this library world roundup, I have some AI updates, the best books of November and the first of the Best Books of the Year lists, readers’ advisory resources, adaptation news, and some resources to round out your Nonfiction November displays.
But first: Book Club Curators, come hang out in your new favorite corner of the internet! All book club organizers are invited to join the Book Club Curators Community over on Edelweiss. Members can connect over favorite reads, share new picks and ideas, and discover the latest and greatest from publishers. Whether you are planning your first discussion… or your hundredth, there’s something in the Community to inspire your best book club yet. Join here to get in on the fun!
Now let’s jump into today’s library news.
AI Updates
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Best of November & Best of the Year
- November picks from Amazon, Kirkus, LA Times, New York Times, People, Reactor (fantasy, science fiction), Town & Country, USA Today, Vulture.
- 10 of the best new November releases in every genre.
- Best books of the year from Barnes & Noble, Elle (mysteries & thrillers), Esquire, Publishers Weekly, Vulture (horror).