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April 2024

 

Haere mai and welcome to our new contemporary fiction newsletter.
Have a look at what's new in the world of fiction - from the latest picks to movie adaptations.

 

Coming soon

Our fiction selector has picked out the best of the newest crop of fiction titles. These aren't in libraries yet so get your holds on now or add them to your For Later shelf.

I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger

A captivating dystopian read, beautifully written for fans of gripping immersive reads.

The Hungry Dark by Jen Williams

Electrifying, spine-chilling tale that'll haunt your dreams. Con artist psychic and true crime podcaster join forces to crack a string of chilling murders.

Real Americans by Rachel Khong

A gripping saga of American identity across three generations, probing the essence of our being and the inexorable pull of destiny.

Fruit of the Dead by Rachel Lyon

A modern, retelling of Persephone and Demeter's myth unfolds on a luxurious private island. Exploring themes of addiction, family dynamics, and power struggles in today's underworld.

 

 

New for you

New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!

New for you fiction
 

Blog posts

Blog Post

The benefits of reading on your mental health

Discover some of the ways in which reading books can improve your everyday wellbeing.

Blog Post

Read It Before You See It 2024: Ripley, The Sympathizer...

Hayley breaks down the movies and TV series based on books due to hit screens in the coming months.

More blog posts
 

Latest fiction titles

"Angel Train" by Smither, Elizabeth, 1941-
"How to Paint A Nude" by Mahon, Sam, 1954-
"Eddie Sparkle's Bridal Taxi" by McMillan, Frankie, 1950-
"The Launch of Rocket Lab" by Griffin, Peter
"Good Things Come and Go" by Shapiro, Josie
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"How to Paint A Nude" by Mahon, Sam, 1954-
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Find more new fiction
 

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The Dublin Literary Award

The 2026 nominations for this international book prize for a novel written in or translated into English have been announced.

Find more award-winners
 

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