Our Book Recommendations for the 2025 Read Harder Challenge

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Forever, Read or Dead

To our Read or Dead listeners: After 9 years of bringing mysteries and thrillers to your ears, we are sorry to say that this will be our last episode. We want to thank you all for making this show so excellent, and we hope you’ll stick around as we celebrate our favorite Read or ...  Show more

Our Most Anticipated New Book Releases 2026 Pt. 2

Katie McLain Horner and Kendra Winchester discuss their most anticipated new book releases for the second half of 2026. News Edgar Awards Winners 2026 This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Books Discussed Wis ...  Show more

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