Whether you’re an avid reader or just dabble in the occasional good read, we’ve got you covered! We’ve been reviewing books, interviewing interesting authors, and writing book-related articles since 2008. Take a peek below — we cover 30 different genres — so you’re bound to find a book that ticks your box. See what our reviewer thought of it. While we often provide a Bookshop.org link to buy any book that strikes your fancy here, we strongly encourage you to support your local bookstore and pick up a copy there.

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Tom Robbins and David Lynch: Washington’s Masters of the Surreal

by | February 24, 2025 | Articles, Interviews, Written | 0 Comments

Washington state has long been a fertile ground for creative minds, nurturing artists, musicians, and writers who embrace the weird, the...
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Interview with N.S. Nuseibah, author of “The Namesake”

by | July 30, 2024 | Interviews, Written | 0 Comments

N. S. Nuseibeh is a Palestinian author whose latest work, The Namesake, has captivated readers with its profound storytelling. Nuseibeh’s...
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Interview with Darrell Lee, Author of The Apotheosis

by | September 8, 2019 | Articles, Interviews, Writing Process, Written | 0 Comments

Reviewer Glenn Dallas interviews Darrell Lee, author of The Apotheosis. Read Glenn's review of the book here. 1. GD: John Numen is...
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Interview with Jesmane Boggenpoel, Author of My Blood Unites and Divides

by | March 7, 2019 | Interviews, Written | 0 Comments

City Book Review-er Johnna Rocker-Clinton interviews Jasmane Boggenpoel, author of My Blood Unites and Divides. Watch for our upcoming...
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Tom Robbins and David Lynch: Washington’s Masters of the Surreal

by | February 24, 2025 | Articles, Interviews, Written | 0 Comments

Washington state has long been a fertile ground for creative minds, nurturing artists, musicians, and writers who embrace the weird, the...
Read More

Interview with N.S. Nuseibah, author of “The Namesake”

by | July 30, 2024 | Interviews, Written | 0 Comments

N. S. Nuseibeh is a Palestinian author whose latest work, The Namesake, has captivated readers with its profound storytelling. Nuseibeh’s...
Read More

Interview with Darrell Lee, Author of The Apotheosis

by | September 8, 2019 | Articles, Interviews, Writing Process, Written | 0 Comments

Reviewer Glenn Dallas interviews Darrell Lee, author of The Apotheosis. Read Glenn's review of the book here. 1. GD: John Numen is...
Read More

Interview with Jesmane Boggenpoel, Author of My Blood Unites and Divides

by | March 7, 2019 | Interviews, Written | 0 Comments

City Book Review-er Johnna Rocker-Clinton interviews Jasmane Boggenpoel, author of My Blood Unites and Divides. Watch for our upcoming...
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The Real Dada Mother Goose

The Real Dada Mother Goose

Mar 23, 2026 |

The Real Dada Mother Goose is an odd anthology inspired by the original Mother Goose collection. The author focuses on six of the most popular poems in unique and inventive ways. After introducing the original text, author Jon Scieszka breaks away from normal...

Diamonds and Roses, Vipers and Toads

Diamonds and Roses, Vipers and Toads

Mar 23, 2026 |

Clark T. Carlton’s Diamonds and Roses, Vipers and Toads is an ambitious and imaginative reworking of classic fairy-tale traditions, blending dark folklore, social satire, and character-driven storytelling into a surprisingly layered novel. From the opening chapter,...

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Escape into Fantasy this Spring

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Spring is the perfect season to step through a portal and leave the ordinary behind. As the days grow longer and the air feels full of possibility, there’s no better time to dive into stories brimming with magic, adventure, and unforgettable worlds. Whether you’re...

Celebrating Women of Color

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Women of color writers bring fresh perspectives, rich cultural insight, emotional depth, and unforgettable characters to readers everywhere. Whether through laughter, love, mystery, reinvention, or historical reinvigoration, the stories in this roundup showcase a...

Winter YA Books for 2026

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Winter young adult books often evoke the crisp chill of snowy days, the warmth of cozy fireside moments, and the emotional depth that comes with self‑discovery amid stark landscapes and holiday seasons. Whether set in frosted cities, enchanted snowscapes, or symbolic...

September SciFi/Fantasy

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This September, SciFi and Fantasy fans are in for a treat. From shadowy cities and cursed paintings to magical forests and epic battles, these new releases are packed with danger, magic, and unforgettable worlds. Each story offers rich characters, high stakes, and...

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