New Books To Read in August

From the Booker Prize finalist author of The Islands of Missing Trees, an enchanting new tale about three characters living along two rivers, all under the shadow of one of the greatest epic poems of all time. “Make place for Elif Shafak on your bookshelf … you won’t regret it” (Arundhati Roy).

Bust the math myths that are holding you and your kids back and learn the importance of numeracy with this one-of-a-kind resource for parents, educators, and policymakers. For anyone who has ever thought you’re “bad at math” but wants to get good — for your children and for yourself — Math Mind contains the guidance, takeaways, and specific approaches you need to learn to love numbers.

From the New York Times bestselling co-author of Mad Honey comes an “inspiring” (Elle) novel about two women, centuries apart — one of whom is the real author of Shakespeare’s plays — who are both forced to hide behind another name.

SWISH! Cheer courtside for a Muslim teen as she joins an all-girls, hijab-wearing basketball team and learns that she’s much more than a score. This energetic graphic novel is inspired by a true story!

A searingly original debut about two sisters and their flight from genocide — which takes them from Hollywood to Paris to San Francisco’s Cannery Row — each haunted along the way by the ghosts of their murdered friends, who are not yet done telling their stories.

The apocalypse will be televised! Welcome to the first book in the wildly popular and addictive Dungeon Crawler Carl series by Matt Dinniman — now with bonus material exclusive to this print edition.

Power, privilege, and blood — this is the definitive and thrilling true story of Alex Murdaugh’s violent downfall, from a veteran Wall Street Journal reporter who has become an authority on the case.

The must-read suspense novel of the summer about a mysterious sister’s disappearance, her biggest betrayal, and a deadly truth screaming to come out.

The only Christian devotional on healing from codependency. With weekly devotions, prayers, and practices based on biblical principles, this book will empower you to step out of codependent roles, embrace healthy boundaries, and live interdependently.

From the bestselling author of The Dog Stars, a novel about two men — friends since boyhood — who emerge from the woods of rural Maine to a dystopian country racked by bewildering violence. Drenched in the beauty of the natural world and attuned to the specific cadences of male friendship, even here at the edge of doom, Burn is both a blistering warning about a divided country’s political strife and an ode to the salvation found in our chosen families.

A thrilling, illustrated history of Formula 1 racing, from its fascinating origins and inner workings to the top drivers of the twentieth century and today, by a celebrated motorsports broadcaster and star of Formula 1: Drive to Survive.

This spine-tingling ghost story follows a tween girl who’s being literally haunted by loneliness until a new friendship upends her life. From the bestselling author of the Paola Santiago series!

Locked in a toxic female friendship, two vampires careen toward catastrophe in this dark and dazzling page-turner, set amidst London’s glittering disco scene.

A young woman wins the role of a lifetime in a film about a legendary heroine — but the real drama is behind the scenes in this sumptuous historical epic from the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic.

In this deeply moving novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel, a determined young woman must survive a series of abandonments to find a love that is worthy of her.

An eleven-year-old boy copes with the challenges of his city life by weaving his reality into a magical realm of dragons, foxes, and trolls — until he must use the power of his creativity to save both of his worlds from destructive forces. This stunning debut is a profound exploration of imagination, community, and how the stories we tell both comfort us and challenge us to grow.

Maugham’s 1915 masterpiece — hailed by Modern Library as one of the 100 best novels of all time — is the coming-of-age story of a sensitive young man consumed by an unrequited passion. With a new introduction by Abraham Verghese, author of Cutting for Stone.

When Tia accidentally overhears a whispered conversation between her mother and her aunt, the repercussions will send her on a desperate quest to uncover a secret her mother has been hiding for nearly two decades. A stunning, heart-wrenching new novel from Abi Daré, New York Times bestselling author of The Girl with the Louding Voice.

A deck with 75 accessible exercises for toning the vagus nerve to manage symptoms related to stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and autoimmune discomfort. Informed by polyvagal theory, these exercises focus on creating a sense of calm, vitality, and connection — inspiring a deeper feeling of safety while activating the body’s natural ability to heal.

A young woman chosen as the crown prince’s bride must travel to the royal palace to meet her new husband — but her world is shaken when she discovers the dark truth the royal family has been hiding for centuries — in this lush fantasy debut perfect for fans of Song of Silver, Flame Like Night and Violet Made of Thorns.

To save his family’s failing funeral home — and his own chance at a queer love story — a reluctant clairvoyant must embrace the gift he long ignored in this poignant and tender debut.

From the celebrated author of The Other Half comes a fabulous whodunit about two cold cases in which things go missing: A fourteen-year-old girl and a multi-million-dollar pension fund.

A new romance series that’s Emily in Paris meets A Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants! In this first book, budding theater nerd Whitney Curry studies abroad in Paris, France, where she meets her match in a cute, aloof footballer.

Jenny Rosenstrach’s bestselling cookbook, The Weekday Vegetarians, introduced home cooks to the idea that you don’t have to be a vegetarian to eat like one. In Get Simple, she shares 100 new recipes that make eating meat-free even easier, even tastier.

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Ava Reid comes a reimagining of Lady Macbeth, Shakespeare’s most famous villainess, giving her a voice, a past, and a power that transforms the story men have written for her.

A failed actress turned grifting psychic searches for her missing doppelgänger and is plunged into a web of murder and corruption among Hollywood A-listers. “Weird and wonderfully addictive — reads like Agatha Christie on acid, or maybe Raymond Chandler adapted by the Coen Brothers” (Ernest Cline, author of Ready Player One).

An epic survival-thriller about four teens who get lost in the Paris catacombs for days — a gripping and propulsive story of love, danger, betrayal, and hope … even when all seems lost.

The key to understanding company growth and decline — from the undisputed expert on valuation. As the corporate lifecycle touches virtually every aspect of business, this book is for anyone with skin in the corporate finance game — from managers to investors, from novices to seasoned pros. Aswath Damodaran’s The Corporate Life Cycle is the definitive guide to understanding businesses’ growth, behavior, and value.

Do you have trouble sitting still, staying patient, or maintaining concentration? You might be surprised to learn that these traits, commonly associated with ADHD, were once crucial evolutionary advantages, potentially shaping our species’ survival. In Unlocking the ADHD Advantage, Dr. Anders Hansen, a bestselling author and psychiatrist, delves into the role these traits may have played in our ancestors’ ability to thrive and how these traits can be powerful tools in modern life. Learn to accept and harness your ADHD traits for a happier and more productive life.

A diverse group of New Yorkers are brought together by the search for a missing woman — in this electric novel of secrets, connection, and community. Set against the pulse of an ever-changing city, The Rich People Have Gone Away tells a powerful story of hope, love, and inequity in our times — while reminding us that no one leaves the past behind completely.

Young Royals meets Red, White, and Royal Blue in this heart-pumping romance by award-winning author Julian Winters!

The bestselling author of Enigma and Fatherland turns to today’s Vatican in a ripped-from-the-headlines novel, and gives us his most ambitious, page-turning thriller yet — where the power of God is nearly equaled by the ambition of men.

A raw, tenderly comic, and perfectly off-kilter novel about a woman who occasionally finds herself in “The Pit” — a delirious state of semi-consciousness — and the improbable, sometimes imagined people who meet her there.

Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who’s the wickedest of them all? Snow White’s dark queen tells her side of the story in the first book of a queer, witchy duology that reimagines the classic fairy tale — from the author of Malice.

Shenanigan Swift is headed to Paris, where new mysteries await in the hilarious, quick-witted sequel to Beth Lincoln’s #1 New York Times bestseller, The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels. Get ready to say bonjour to more secrets, more bodies, and even more fun, in this delicious mystery that once again celebrates words, family, and plenty of shenanigans.

Should we bring new humans into the world? Or would it be better off without us? A renowned philosopher and advisor to NBC’s The Good Place offers a thoughtful exploration of humanity’s future — or lack thereof.

The incredible story of an all-deaf high school football team’s triumphant climb from underdog to undefeated, their inspirational brotherhood, a fascinating portrait of deafness in America, and the indefatigable head coach who spearheaded the team, by New York Times reporter and San Francisco Bureau Chief, Thomas Fuller.

Do you want to reduce your stress levels, boost your memory, mood, and focus, and be more creative? Then it’s time to get moving! Drawing on his vast expertise, Dr. Hansen provides practical and concrete advice on how we can all harness the benefits of daily movement. From understanding why our brains are wired to move to motivating ourselves to achieve our health and fitness goals, The Mind-Body Method offers a life-altering approach to physical and mental well-being.

From the Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter, political activist, and feminist icon comes a story of connectedness and collective responsibility, as told through the eyes of a young child going to vote for the first time.

A tender, laugh-out-loud debut romance about a woman who ends up in over her head after a little white lie …

75+ simple and delicious ideas for packed school lunches and snacks for kids of all ages, from the New York Times bestselling authors of Feeding Littles and Beyond.

A dazzling insider’s account of the contemporary art world and the stunning rise and fall of the charismatic American art dealer Inigo Philbrick, as seen through the eyes of his friend and fellow dealer. All That Glitters is at once a shocking and compulsive story of ambition and downfall, a cautionary tale, and an intimate portrait of friendship and its loss.

From debut author Erin Becker comes an action-packed but tender novel about first romance, queer identity, and learning how to be brave when it matters the most.

Trigonometry is perhaps the most essential concept humans have ever devised. The simple yet versatile triangle allows us to record music, map the world, launch rockets into space, and be slightly less bad at pool. Triangles underpin our day-to-day lives and civilization as we know it. Here is an ode to triangles, the shape that makes our lives possible.

The new and improved Whole30 program from #1 New York Times bestselling author Melissa Urban, featuring an updated approach to food freedom, the Original and Plant-Based programs, and over 100 new recipes.

It’s Natwest’s last day before he leaves for university, and there’s only one thing on his mind: The deeply embarrassing package he ordered to his house — which still hasn’t arrived. He won’t leave town without it. Any alternative is too distressing to consider …