Books

Over two centuries after Mary Shelley redefined horror, Frankenstein is returning for a new generation — this time through the lens of Academy Award-winning director Guillermo del Toro, who is bringing the iconic novel to Netflix in one of the most anticipated book-to-screen adaptations in years.


Ahead of the film’s release, Penguin Random House is releasing a special Frankenstein Netflix tie-in edition that lets fans revisit (or finally experience) the story through the same creative vision...

Self-care for Black girls and women isn’t always spa days and “treat yourself” energy. Sometimes it’s simply choosing rest when you’re tired, relearning how to take up space, or giving yourself permission not to be the strong one for a minute. These books—all written by Black women—hold space for the soft seasons, the rebuilding seasons, and the “I’m figuring it out” seasons.


Whether you’re trying to protect your peace, unlearn survival mode, or just feel more like yourself again, this roundu...

Back then, fanfic was something you whispered about, half-embarrassed. Now? It’s a straight-up career path—and honestly, I love that for us.


Seeing bestselling authors like Ali Hazelwood (The Love Hypothesis), Ana Huang (Twisted Series), and Anna Todd (After) go from writing on fanfic platforms to full-blown publishing deals feels like a win for every reader who used to scroll late at night, leaving unhinged comments after each chapter. It’s not just about tropes or romantic scenes (TBH that...

Summer romance doesn’t have to mean rewatching your favorite rom-coms for the 12th time (though I fully support that too). This season, curl up with stories that center Black love—whether it’s soft, steamy, slow-burning, or rooted in self-discovery.


This roundup of romance novels by Black authors delivers it all: rekindled childhood crushes, fake dating that feels a little too real, and even haunted houses catching feelings. These stories go beyond traditional tropes, diving into ambition, gr...