What We’re Reading This Summer

“This is one of the more absorbing and heart-wrenching books I’ve read in recent memory. It handles grief and illness in a totally fresh way – you follow along, piecing bits together as you go, and are slowly rewarded with beautiful, emotional, human, moments in strange world where a fresh start means exactly that.”

Amy, Consumer Marketing Development

“Michelle Obama left me inspired and motivated. Slevin gives readers a detailed look at the circumstances and achievements that have propelled Michelle Obama to success. As we follow Ms. Obama from her childhood in Chicago, to her time in the Whitehouse I was awed by her strong sense of purpose and dedication.”

Sarah, Design & Development

“Summer’s the perfect time to sink your teeth into some epic fantasy for two reasons – first, a lot of fantasy books tend to run long, so you don’t run as much of a risk of running out of things to read halfway through your beach trip, and second, they’re fun. Rothfuss’ Kingkiller Chronicle series will appeal to both die-hard fantasy fans and folks who haven’t read much fantasy – his writing is beautiful and accessible, and Kvothe’s story is gripping.”

Emily, Consumer Marketing Development

“It will leave you needing to get your hands on the next book. Inspired by ancient Rome, sprinkled with elements of fantasy/the supernatural, and filled with flawed, but amazingly crafted characters, An Ember in the Ashes will leave you with mixed feelings – equal parts angst (there are 2 more unreleased books!) and admiration for Tahir’s superb ability to spin a unique tale.” 

Seoling, Penguin Young Readers Production

“Whenever I get a chance to recommend books I go with Ruta Sepetys. Not only does her lyrical writing shine, but she brings a host of interesting backdrops and characters alive in her historical fiction novels. Out of the Easy grabbed me by the hand and pulled me straight into the 1950s New Orleans landscape. I could picture the cobblestone streets of the French Quarter and feel the humid air mixed with the salty sea breeze. Josie is a spunky narrator who’s caught up in a convoluted murder investigation and Sepetys weaves a story full of suspense, humor, and tenacity.”

Laura, DK Marketing & Publicity

“For any crime fiction fan, Nick Petrie’s Peter Ash is a great character – he’s tough, smart and struggles to fight the bad guys while dealing with a PTSD-induced claustrophobia.  Start with the The Drifter if you want to be with Peter from the beginning!”

John, Consumer Marketing Development