Readworthy by BookBub This Month’s Best New Author Favorites What do popular authors think of the season’s buzziest new releases? Keep reading to discover the unputdownable books that are wowing big-name authors right now — including a twisty thriller recommended by Stephen King, a sparkling book club pick with praise from Jojo Moyes, and more! ---------------------------------- The Doorman by Chris Pavone John Grisham, Stephen King, and Lee Child are raving about this hot new thriller - Over the course of one fateful night, privilege, secrets, and murder collide in an elite Manhattan apartment building - “Smart, twisty, and sharply written, <i>The Doorman</i> is hard to put down and harder to forget” (Karin Slaughter) - Penned by a <i>New York Times</i> bestselling and Edgar Award–winning author Media Praise: The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Wall Street Journal, Town & Country, Esquire, New York Post, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, BookPage Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3718?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... 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Flashlight by Susan Choi ‘A brilliant feat of storytelling’ with an ending that made Angie Kim gasp and cry - After her father disappears on a family trip to Japan, Louisa and her mother, Anne, grapple with the ripple effects across countries and decades - “Instantly bewitching… Susan Choi’s fictional investigation reveals a writer at the height of her spectacular powers” (Jennifer Egan) - The engrossing latest from the National Book Award–winning author of <i>Trust Exercise</i> Media Praise: Time Magazine, NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Atlantic, Entertainment Weekly, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, New York Magazine, Vogue, Town & Country, Elle, Vulture, Forbes, Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, The Boston Globe, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist, BookPage, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3815?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/flashlight-by-susan-choi?granted_at... So Far Gone by Jess Walter Ann Patchett hails this ‘warm, funny, and loving novel’ as ‘an American original’ - Rhys has spent the past few years living off the grid in an isolated cabin. But to save his kidnapped grandchildren, he must come out of hiding — and embark on a life-changing journey - Highly anticipated by <i>The New York Times</i>, <i>The Washington Post</i>, the <i>Los Angeles Times</i>, and more - Rave reviews from Tom Perrotta and Lauren Groff, who says, “What a rollicking good time” Media Praise: NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Washington Post, Associated Press, Vogue, Vulture, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, The Boston Globe, Indie Next List, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, BookPage, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3820?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/so-far-gone-by-jess-walter?granted_... The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau by Kristin Harmel A ‘joyous and ultimately triumphant’ tale with Fiona Davis’s seal of approval - “A dazzling diamond of a novel… Kristin Harmel has a rare ability to touch the heart” (Hazel Gaynor) - In 1942, Colette’s jewel thief mother is arrested by the Germans, and Colette’s younger sister is found dead shortly after. Decades later, the discovery of a priceless bracelet helps Colette unravel the mysteries of her past - This <i>New York Times</i> bestseller is a must-read for fans of dual-timeline stories Media Praise: People, Library Reads, Library Journal Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3777?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-stolen-life-of-colette-marceau-... Class Clown by Dave Barry Everyone from Scott Turow to Mitch Albom is loving this hilarious, heartfelt memoir - America’s favorite humorist looks back on nearly 80 rollicking years of unserious life in this riotous <i>New York Times</i> bestseller - “Barry is to humor what Stephen King is to horror” (<i>The Washington Post</i>) - Amy Tan says, “Dave Barry is by far the greatest author of his generation. And I’m not just saying that because he kidnapped my dog” Media Praise: NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Washington Post, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, Library Journal Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3813?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/class-clown-by-dave-barry?granted_a... The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig Take it from Rebecca Ross: ‘Prepare to meet your next obsession’ - When her fellow Diviners begin vanishing without a trace, prophetess Sybil has no choice but to turn to mysterious knight Rodrick for help - “Cements Gillig as one of the finest fantasy writers of our age. You will never want to surface from these enchanting, depthless waters” (Ava Reid, author of <i>A Study in Drowning</i>) - An instant #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestseller that’s taking BookTok by storm Media Praise: Locus, People, Harper's Bazaar, Paste, Indie Next List, Publishers Weekly, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3812?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-knight-and-the-moth-by-rachel-g... The Names by Florence Knapp Jojo Moyes, Ann Napolitano, and many more are gushing about this dazzling debut - Cora chooses her son’s name — and the ripple effects unfold across three alternate timelines - A Read with Jenna pick and <i>New York Times</i> bestseller hailed as “a propulsive, beautifully told story” (Elin Hilderbrand) - Trust Chris Whitaker: “Read it. It’s very special” Media Praise: TODAY Book Club/Read with Jenna, Book of the Month, People, The Washington Post, The Guardian, The Times, Indie Next List, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist, BookPage, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3657?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-names-by-florence-knapp-2025-05... It’s a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan Emily Giffin raves, ‘Don’t miss this perfect summer escape’ - A sticky situation sends Hollywood executive Jane on a trip with her infuriating coworker, cinematographer Dan - Glowing reviews from Carley Fortune, Mary Kay Andrews, and Abby Jimenez, who says, “Annabel Monaghan writes five star reads” - An instant <i>New York Times</i> bestseller from the author of <i>Nora Goes Off Script</i> Media Praise: People, USA Today, Town & Country, The Boston Globe, New York Post, Indie Next List, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Library Journal Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3811?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/it-s-a-love-story-by-annabel-monagh... A Family Matter by Claire Lynch According to Elin Hilderbrand, this sweeping novel ‘is, in a word, perfect’ - The secrets and passions of a mother, a father, and their daughter reverberate across 40 years - Mary Beth Keane says, “I was so moved and humbled by this beautifully crafted novel that I held it in my hands after finishing for a moment of thanks” - “<i>A Family Matter</i> made me weep like a baby” (Emma Donoghue) Media Praise: TODAY Book Club/Read with Jenna, Book of the Month, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, Oprah Daily, People, USA Today, Good Housekeeping, The Guardian, The Boston Globe, Indie Next List, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3809?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/a-family-matter-by-claire-lynch-202... Detective Aunty by Uzma Jalaluddin A delightful whodunit from an author beloved by Kate Quinn and Emily Henry - A new series starter perfect for fans of <I>Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers</i> - Widow Kausar Khan is summoned when her daughter, Sana, is accused of murder — and finds that her meddling ways might just lead to the real perpetrator - “Uzma Jalaluddin has once more hit it out of the park” (Nalini Singh) Media Praise: The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, Library Reads, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3810?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/detective-aunty-by-uzma-jalaluddin?... ---------------------------------- You are receiving this Author Favorites email because [email protected] is signed up for updates highlighting the best new releases in your categories. 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