Archive - FictionMatters

The 2025 Paperback Reading Guide is here!

My annual mission to keep you in good books all summer long

May 23 •

A Mood Reader's Almanac 2025

38 pages, 136 books, a year's worth of great reading

Jan 19 •

Reading in Public No. 32: Six things to know about Huck Finn before you read James

Plus frequently asked HF questions

Mar 5, 2024 •

The 2024 Fall Fiction Compendium

Old and new titles for every fall reading vibe

Sep 15, 2024 •

Reading in Public No. 54: Boy books, girl books, and the politics of reading

Or why we should expect boys to empathize with Jane Eyre

Oct 29, 2024 •

Dispatches from the Biggest Week in Books

And all the books I added to my TBR while I was at it

Nov 22, 2024 •

Friday Mood Recs: 25 ideas to start your 2025 reading year strong

Ideas for kicking off your year in books with (mostly) what you already own

Jan 17 •

The 2024 Paperback Reading Guide

Get ready for a stacked summer reading season!

May 12, 2024 •

My ten favorite 2024 releases

Plus some underrated gems to add to your reading list

Dec 24, 2024 •

Friday Mood Recs: What bucket list book should you read this year?

The ones I love, the ones I don't, and what's on my TBR

Jan 24 •

Friday Mood Recs: Just trust me, round one

Three beloved books that deserve their moment in the sun

Mar 21 •

Friday Mood Recs: Research-based mystery novels I stayed up late reading

In which I finally discover the mysteries I enjoy and need your help finding more

Apr 25 •

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