Fiction

Orlam
Introduction This year for my birthday Fiona bought me the new PJ Harvey album "I Inside The Old Year Dying" and then found that there was a linked book "Orlam" so I got that as well. I love everything that Polly Jean does, even though I don't have everything she has done.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred a day ago in BookClub
Custard
“Custard.” Derek Santiago said flatly, the fingers of his right hand continuing to drum against the counter. “You asked for custard.” Patricia answered nervously, though there was the slightest hint of sullen defiance in her tone.
By Joe Morgan4 days ago in BookClub
WIND-UP BIRD CHRONICLE
Wind-up Bird Chronicle is a famous work by Japanese author Haruki Murakami. This novel was published in Japan in 1996 and in Vietnam in 2006 through a translation by Tran Tien Cao Dang.
By HieuDinh5 days ago in BookClub
The Quarantine Book Series is a Brutal Modern Version of 'Lord of the Flies'
I have read the Quarantine book series about three times during my life, and I think it's the craziest book series ever written for young adults. What would happen if an infection spread throughout the world, and only infected children? What if this infection was toxic to adults, instantly killing them, leaving behind children who have no parental or adult guidance in this awful environment?
By Emy Quinn9 days ago in BookClub
Sins of the Fathers: Unveiling Sydney’s Criminal Past in John Byrnes’ Gripping Historical Crime Novel
Sins of the Fathers by John Byrnes offers a compelling exploration of early 20th-century Sydney, expertly capturing a city in the midst of profound transformation. Byrnes immerses readers in Sydney’s shadowy underworld, skilfully blending meticulously researched historical detail—such as the notorious razor gangs, smoky speakeasies, and entrenched police corruption—with a cast of vivid, memorable characters. The novel’s immersive atmosphere is particularly striking, with scenes in the bustling Darlinghurst district drawing readers into tense confrontations between rival factions, and moments that encapsulate the city’s transformation, such as midnight raids in back alleys now replaced by glittering skyscrapers.
By Sarah Xenos9 days ago in BookClub
WHEN ANIMALS REIGN SUPREME
That's the preface to Karel Capek's novel, When Animals Reign Supreme, which perfectly encapsulates his ideas. In his work, Capek writes about a hypothetical scenario: the rise of a new salamander species just a few years after its arrival in the human world. His focus remains on the “reality” of the 1930s, the rise of fascism, the spark that ignited World War II, and the impending extinction of humanity. More than that, it serves as a prophecy for the future of humankind, a future that seems bleak if humanity remains consumed by greed, selfishness, bloodlust, and the illusion that humankind will forever stand at the top of the world.
By HieuDinh10 days ago in BookClub
To Kill a Mockingbird
To Kill a Mockingbird is a classic novel by Harper Lee set in the racially segregated American South during the 1930s. Told through the eyes of Scout Finch, the story follows her father, Atticus Finch, a principled lawyer who defends a Black man falsely accused of assaulting a white woman. The novel explores themes of racial injustice, moral courage, empathy, and the loss of innocence. Through childhood experiences and courtroom drama, it shows how prejudice harms communities while emphasizing compassion, integrity, and standing up for what is right even when society disagrees.
By Sk12 days ago in BookClub
The Last Memory: Chapter 8
"So, I will need my ID for this new job," Trenton said, taking a bite of her green beans. "Do you know where that is?" Pam looked at her closely before answering. "I know that I have it, but I will have to look to see where I put it."
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue15 days ago in BookClub
The Last Memory: Chapter 7
"What about that hardware store over there?" Trenton suggested, looking over at Pam. "I don't see how that could hurt," Pam said, pulling into a parking spot next to the store. "You go in and seeing they are hiring. I'm going to get a coffee from across the street."
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue15 days ago in BookClub
5 Horror Books that Deserve a Cult Following
I read some pretty random horror novels this time around. I did enjoy the stories immensely; these were some of the best I have read so far in 2026. And one of these books isn't horror per say, but it was a great read nonetheless! This is one of those rare times where I decided to read random horror genres, and I was so happy with the selection of books I purchased from Barnes & Noble during my last visit.
By Emy Quinn17 days ago in BookClub
The Last Memory: Chapter Five
Trenton walked down the stairs, feeling the air cool down around her as she got to the bottom. The basement was dark and there was only one light bulb on the ceiling to brighten everything up. Trenton scouted the room for the dryer, finding it in the far corner of the room. She opened the door, pulled the clothes out, and set them on top of the dryer.
By Nicole Higginbotham-Hogue17 days ago in BookClub
The Bone Season
Introduction When I go for a walk, I pass a house which has a book exchange cabinet where you can drop books that you probably won't read again and pick up ones that catch your eye.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 19 days ago in BookClub