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Wimpy kids, crawdads, hate and Minecraft are most popular reading in 2020

Mike Desmond

Public library lists of the most popular books of a particular year are snapshots in time, some new issues and some classics. The year 2020 saw an…
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NPR's Favorite Books Of 2019: The Book Concierge Is Back With 350+ Great Reads

Explore seven years of recommendations all in one place: Here are more than 2,000 titles, hand-picked by NPR staff and trusted critics — with handy filters to help you find the perfect book!
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NPR's Book Concierge: Our Guide To 2018's Great Reads

Petra Mayer

The Book Concierge is back! Explore more than 300 standout titles picked by NPR staff and critics.
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Cuomo wants to write a book on governing

He's held the titles of HUD Secretary, state Attorney General and Governor of New York State, now Andrew Cuomo wants to add "author" to his resume.The…

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