WATCH Morning Book Buzz January 2026: Bookish Books, Discussion-Worthy Nonfiction, Witty Lit, and More!

By Jennifer Rubins | January 15 2026 | Morning Book BuzzNews

Thank you for tuning in to our first Morning Book Buzz of 2026: Season 7, Episode 1! This month, Jen R., Rachel, and Maureen buzzed about soon-to-be bestsellers, bookish books, witty lit, discussion-worthy nonfiction, exciting debuts, thrillers, and more!

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BOOKLIST WELLNESS WEBINAR – JAN 28

Ensure wellness is a priority with your patrons in 2026! Learn about forthcoming titles focusing on health, balance, and well-being presented by Penguin Random House Library Marketing, North Atlantic Books, #ShambhalaPublications, Hay House, and Berrett-Koehler Publishers on Wed. 1/28! REGISTER HERE

 


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SHE WRITES DANGEROUSLY PANEL

Tapping into our deepest anxieties to create unforgettable stories, morally grey characters, and twists that keep us up at night. This thrilling panel was part of Penguin Random House, Library Journal, and School Library Journal’s Winter 2025 Virtual Book & Author Festival that debuted on December 4, 2025. WATCH NOW

 


26 BOOKS TO READ IN 2026 & SWEEPS
26 Books to Read in 2026New year, new books! Beat the holds for these 26 must-read books everyone will be talking about in 2026 that you don’t want to miss. GET READING AND SHARE THE PATRON SWEEPS!

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LIBBY BOOK AWARDS AND READERS’ CHOICE
26 Books to Read in 2026We’re thrilled to share the 2026 Libby Book Awards Nominees! The Libby Book Awards celebrate stories that captivated readers, sparked conversations, and kept us turning pages late into the night. From heartwarming fiction to steamy romantasy to pulse-pounding thrillers and more, these titles represent the best books of 2025. Winners of the Libby Book Awards will be announced March 3, 2026. PATRONS CAN VOTE FOR THE READERS’ CHOICE AWARD HERE
 

 
 
 


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