Browsing: Literary Fiction

Eleven stories by the author of the critically-acclaimed HOW ANIMALS MATE. Daniel Mueller reveals the distance between our everyday masks…

Kentucky, 1937: As the Ohio River threatens to flood the plains, Adah accidentally kills her abusive husband — and must risk everything to save herself and her young daughter from Lester’s vengeful family. A page-turning, haunting novel set during the Great Depression.

After his mother drowns in a frozen Minnesota lake, 15-year-old Wes Ballot is forced to confront the legacy of terror and secrecy that has long plagued his troubled family. A haunting coming-of-age tale that is “both emotional and skillfully written” (New York Journal of Books).

On the night of their 25th anniversary, Rae learns of her husband’s deception and promptly embarks on a tropical holiday with her sister-in-law. Will she retreat to her old life — or embrace a new beginning? With over 3,500 five-star Goodreads ratings!

From a New York Times bestselling author: At New York City’s iconic Chelsea Hotel, Hazel and Maxine form a life-changing bond against the backdrop of the 1950s Red Scare. “A fascinating and wholly immersive celebration of friendship, love, loyalty, and courage” (Chanel Cleeton) with nearly 2,000 five-star Goodreads ratings!

“Genius!” (Margaret Atwood): In “an extremely readable page-turner” (NPR), creative writing student Samantha becomes entangled in an unfamiliar new world when she befriends the Bunnies, a mysterious group of wealthy young women. “A wild, audacious, and ultimately unforgettable novel” (Los Angeles Times).

In this powerful and virtuosic collection of interlocking stories, a National Book Critics Circle Award finalist takes the form to…

Could my perfect match be someone in college?Going to college was supposed to be a fresh start. I had three…

“Intensely emotional” (Publishers Weekly): In Reconstruction-era New Orleans, Effie, a freedwoman, finds work as an embalmer — and enters an exhilarating new world of social activism as she begins to grapple with her own traumatic past. “Effie’s story is one of personal growth, self-discovery, friendship, and betrayal… Unforgettable” (Library Journal).

A USA Today bestseller for fans of Lisa Wingate: In 1940, Etty and Dorothy leave the orphanage where they grew up. But amid the chaos of World War II and the revelation of a shocking secret, the sisters learn they need each other more than ever… With over 1,800 five-star Goodreads ratings!