Monday, September 26, 2022.
Witches have always had a place in fiction: as the fairy tale villain, the strange spinster down the street, or the woman steeped in self-possessed power. And more recently, as the protagonist of a magical romantic comedy!
Explore some of our favorites in witchy fiction. We've got a cauldron of rom coms, plus magical realism, myths reimagined, and more.
Friday, September 23, 2022
"Historical fiction is a positively magical genre."
Dive into some of our booksellers' favorite historical novels. These eight incredible reads blend history with imagination and expert storytelling, making for uniquely insightful reading experiences. Explore them all, plus get Leo's perspective on what makes the genre so special.
Wednesday, September 21, 2022.
For the next few weeks, we're highlighting our newest book drive for a local teacher at Woodland School.
Middle school teacher Mrs. Ziegler is looking to fill up her classroom library with books that will help her students fall in love with reading! Donate any book on her wish list, and we'll cover 20% of the cost.
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15. This month celebrates Latino and Hispanic Americans, from their diverse cultures to their immense contributions and achievements.
At Brilliant Books, we're celebrating by highlighting some amazing stories by Latine authors.
Monday, September 19, 2022.
Welcome to Banned Books Week! What banned books are you and your family reading — and what are your thoughts on book censorship?
Explore Banned books Week at Brilliant Books to:
• Learn more about book bans
• Find the top 10 banned books of last year
• And play our very own Banned Books Bingo for Young Readers!
Friday, September 16, 2022.
Goodbye, ice cream and beach days, hello trick-or-treating & scary stories around the fire! It's almost fall, which means we're getting close to the spookiest of holidays.
Get ready for the big day with some of our favorite Halloween books. Perfect for all kinds of young goblins, ghouls, and witches, these books will get the whole family excited for Halloween!
Wednesday, September 14, 2022.
This week, the National Book Award Longlists are being announced. Explore the lists below.
Tuesday, September 13, 2022.
In honor of the release of The Search for the Genuine, we're taking a look back at Jim Harrison's career, life, and impact.
Monday, September 12, 2022.
Kirkus is known for well crafted (and well trusted) book reviews. But did you know they also bestow literary awards?
Established in 2014, the Kirkus Prizes recognize excellence in fiction, nonfiction, and children's literature. Explore the books in the running for this year's prizes!
Saturday, September 10, 2022.
As you have likely heard on the news, Queen Elizabeth II passed away this week at the age of 96, ending her reign of 70 years and 214 days — the longest of any British monarch.
Read about her reign, impact, and legacy in an article from Peter, own owner (and resident Englishman).
