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True Crime vs. Murder Mysteries: Two Sides of the Same Coin, or Mutually Exclusive?

Do readers of murder mysteries read true crime, and vice versa? I talked to readers and writers of both genres about their preferences.

8 Fashion History Books

From the history of glasses to queer culture in fashion, the best fashion history books give a nuanced take on our wardrobes.

The Best Nonfiction of 2022

Eight of the best nonfiction books of 2022, from Siddhartha Mukherjee's deep dive into the biology of a cell to Tricia Hersey's Rest is Resistance.

9 Healing Books About Trauma

Whether you're processing your own trauma or helping someone else through theirs, these are some of the best books about trauma.

The Best Memoirs You’ve Never Heard of

There are so many incredible memoirs out there beyond the bestseller list. Here are some underrated gems you need to read.

These Books Rock: 10 Books about Rocks, Minerals, Gems, and Crystals

Beyond the science of geology, there’s a ton of history, culture, and art to examine in these rocks and minerals books for kids and adults.

Cookbook Showdown: The Best Fried Chicken Recipes, Tested

In today's Cookbook Showdown, Susie tests multiple fried chicken recipes from various popular cookbooks to see which one reigns supreme.

7 Books About Codependency to Help You Better Understand the Condition

The spectrum of codependency is broad and diverse. Here are seven enlightening books about codependency to better understand it.

25 of the Best Nonfiction Books of All Time

The best nonfiction books of all time have had an deep impact on our understanding of the world or deal with important, profound themes.

Best New Baking Cookbooks for Holiday Gifting

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the baker in your life? Check out these new baking cookbooks paired with kitchen tools for gifting, like Nadiya's Everyday Baking: From Weeknight Dinners to Celebration Cakes, Let Your Oven Do the Work by Nadiya Hussain.