While February has a reputation for celebrating love in partnerships, there’s no better – or more important – love than the kind you have for yourself. Delve into these self-help and self-love manifestos to help you create the life you envision for yourself while making both your life and the world a better place.

‘Tis the season to snuggle up with a cozy blanket, a bright night light, and a good spooky read. Whether you prefer a classic thriller, hauntingly beautiful bakes, or scary non-fiction, there’s something on this list for whatever kind of October read you’re in the mood for.

It’s the perfect time of year to settle down with a new, crisp book. When you find yourself in a reading rut, however, it can be hard to pull yourself out of it. Enter: thrillers. These quick-paced reads will have you on the edge of your seat, giving you the much-needed reentry into the world of reading.

Commemorate the momentous month of June by celebrating Pride through literature. Show your support by picking up a copy of some of the latest bold new releases by and about the LGBTQ+ community.

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We’ve always known that women are literary masterminds and this month’s novel picks prove it. From thrillers to horrors to short stories and mindfulness, there’s not a thing women can’t do when it comes to the art of writing. So head to your nearest independent bookshop or open up that browser to click purchase on your next great read.

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From the acclaimed author of Saving Ruby King, Catherine Adel West does it again with her latest novel The Two Lives of Sara. The story takes place in 1960s Memphis and follows the life of unwed mother Sara who is seeking a fresh start in a new town. Warmly welcomed by Mama Sugar, who runs a boarding house called The Scarlet Poplar, Sara earns her keep by helping out in the kitchen. However, secrets loom with Sara's hush hush past life in Chicago and readers find themselves clawing to break through Sara's quiet exterior.