booksThursday, July 30, 2026
Today brings two big lists: the Booker Prize longlist and Barack Obama's summer reading suggestions. The Booker longlist mixes big names with new voices, while Obama's 11-book list spans history to fiction. Meanwhile, a troubling story about AI companies destroying physical books for data training adds a dystopian edge to the day.
Two major reading lists dropped today, giving readers plenty to add to their TBR piles.
The Booker Prize longlist is out, and it spans dystopian sci-fi to medieval royal intrigue. A mix of established authors and fresh voices makes this year's list worth watching.
Barack Obama released his summer reading list with 11 books across history and fiction. It's a reliable signal for what will trend in book clubs and bestseller lists.
A disturbing report about AI and books raises questions about the future of physical copies.
AI companies are buying millions of physical books to shred and scan for training data. It's a real-world echo of Fahrenheit 451 and a growing ethical concern for publishers and authors.
A few new releases and rediscovered titles round out the day's book news.
Vikas Swarup's new novel 'The Girl With The Seven Lives' publishes in August 2026. The premise, a captive woman confesses her seven extraordinary lives, sounds like a return to his 'Q&A' form.
A landmark book on the Little Shell Tribe's history is back in print after being sold out for over a decade. It's a small but meaningful win for Indigenous representation in publishing.
A Pausanias reader in progress: Description of Greece, Scrolls 1–10continuum.fas.harvard.edu
Ranked No. 1 in Legal Thrillers and Hispanic Literature in Australiadanielmaldonadoauthor.wordpress.com
Thursday TBR: 7/30/2026jerseygirlbookreviews.blogspot.com
New Textbook Introduces a Contemporary Approach to Adapted Physical Educationifapa.net
BookHive | Remarkably Bright Creaturesbookhive.buzz
LGBTQIA+ Romance Reads - July Editionbooks.bookfunnel.comQueen of Chess: "It’s extremely satisfying to watch, because it’s this unstoppable champion who is so driven, has such guts, and also has a sense of humor and a warmth about her."vanessahope.substack.com
a vHopeful Conversation with Academy award-nominated director Rory Kennedy
Best-Selling 2025 Romantasy Sequel Ranked a ‘Most Read Book of 2026’ on Goodreadsparade.com
Readers can't get enough of this sexy story.
Animal Farm: 75th Anniversary Edition (Paperback)shop.mrwelltravelled.com
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The Woman Behind Emma M. Lion (Gift Article)www.nytimes.com
Who Is Emma M. Lion, and Why Can’t Readers Get Enough of Her? I discovered Book 1 on Libby and I was immediately hooked. So hooked that when I got to Book 4 there was a months long hold so I used all my Audible credits to buy it and the next 4 books in the series. #BookSky
Sioux City Public Library hosting events including 'Book in a Bag'www.kcau9.com
The Sioux City Public Library is helping you this summer slow down and pick up a good book with several activities and clubs you can participate in.
Revolution’s forgotten voices echo through one family’s story in Booker-shortlisted novelwww.businessday.co.za
Exploring exile, identity and memory through five generations shaped by upheaval
Best-Selling Author’s New Thriller Leads the Top Books of the Week on Goodreadsparade.com
Shari Lapena’s newest thriller is already one of Goodreads’ hottest reads.
Fantasy Realmswww.sffchronicles.com
Hey, guys, I discovered this digital graphic novel while surfing the net yesterday. The story is interesting, and the art is amazing! Check it out!
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