An illustration depicting a girl with long brown hair and bangs running while holding a teetering stack of books. A cat prances in her wake while more books fall behind her. The girl is wearing a pink and white striped top and an orange and white polka dot skirt. Illustration created by Simini Blocker.

Hi friends! I'm currently working on both contemporary and fantasy YA editions of Do! Judge A Book By Its Cover for Pop! Goes The Reader. If you'd like to sponsor either for $40 USD and place a permanent ad for your book or service in the post, please reach out! #BookSky #YALit #KidLit

An illustrated image of a white woman with long red hair looking back over one shoulder toward the viewer. She's wearing a simple white T-shirt, blue jeans and a straw hat and is straddling a bicycle with a basket of flowers on the front. To the right of the woman is the text "35 Bookish Romance Novels Being Published In 2026" in bold white font.

Whether they follow readers, writers, librarians, booksellers or publishing professionals, these 35 romance novels are sure to appeal to anyone who enjoys books about books!
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I listened to the audiobook on LibroFM and would absolutely recommend this reading experience. Carolyn Kang's narration was exquisite and I'll be seeking out more work voiced by her because of how well she brought this book to life.

The book cover of Natural Beauty by Ling Ling Huang set against a dark ombre background. The book cover features a woman in profile, her face largely obscured behind her arm raised over her head, her face tipped backwards towards the sky.

"There is no real beauty without ugliness."
A harrowing, searing indictment of capitalism and the beauty and wellness industry and the corrosive toxicity of white supremacy. A devastating, worthwhile read, if you can stomach it. Will haunt me for months, if not years, to come. #BookSky

If you'd like to help me celebrate some of 2026's most beautiful and creative book covers in either the contemporary or fantasy genres, please don't hesitate to reach out! I'm also happy to answer any questions you might have.

An image of two men looking away from one another while leaning against a boat's railing. In the background behind them are beautiful, sprawling snow-capped mountain ranges. The man on the left has blonde hair to his shoulders and is wearing a black shirt with the sleeves rolled to his elbows. The man on the right has short black hair with a neat, full beard and is wearing a blue hooded coat.

Whether they're working as a member of the crew or taking a pleasure cruise, the protagonists in these 20 romance novels are sure to experience smooth sailing when it comes to love!

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An honourable mention should also go to Lish McBride's Most Likely To Murder, which was a blast to read, largely because of the distinct voices and friendship between best friends Rick and Martina. I adored their dynamic!

A list of sixteen book covers placed against a pale grey background with flowers running down the left and right side of the collage. Books featured include How to Kill a Guy in Ten Dates by Shailee Thompson, The World's Greatest Detective and Her Just Okay Assistant by Liza Tully, The Roommate Arrangement by Samantha Markum, Dom-Com by Adriana Anders, Final Cut by Olivia Worley, Earl Crush by Alexandra Vasti, Not in Love by Ali Hazelwood, A Girl Like Her by Talia Hibbert, Detective Beans & the Case of the Missing Hat by Li Chen, The Wild Card by Stephanie Archer, Beauty and the Besharam by Lillie Vale, First Love Language by Stefany Valentine, Berry Parker Doesn't Catch Crushes by Tanita S. Davis, Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood, The Grump Next Door by Brighton Walsh and The Tontine Caper by Dianne K. Salerni.

Since I recently finished reading my 50th book in 2026, I thought it would be fun to look back at what I've read so far. While there were many more I enjoyed, these are the sixteen books I think will leave the longest lasting impression and are my favourites of the year so far! #BookSky #KidLit

An illustration depicting a girl with long brown hair and bangs running while holding a teetering stack of books. A cat prances in her wake while more books fall behind her. The girl is wearing a pink and white striped top and an orange and white polka dot skirt. Illustration created by Simini Blocker.

Hi friends! I'm currently working on both contemporary and fantasy YA editions of Do! Judge A Book By Its Cover for Pop! Goes The Reader. If you'd like to sponsor either for $40 USD and place a permanent ad for your book or service in the post, please reach out! #BookSky #YALit #KidLit

Aww, I love this! 🥰

Gorgeous covers!

An image of two men looking away from one another while leaning against a boat's railing. In the background behind them are beautiful, sprawling snow-capped mountain ranges. The man on the left has blonde hair to his shoulders and is wearing a black shirt with the sleeves rolled to his elbows. The man on the right has short black hair with a neat, full beard and is wearing a blue hooded coat.

Whether they're working as a member of the crew or taking a pleasure cruise, the protagonists in these 20 romance novels are sure to experience smooth sailing when it comes to love!

Access this post and 250+ more for $5 on Patreon!
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Thrilled to see The Third Period Comeback here! 🏒🇨🇦💀

A compilation/collage of ten 2026 middle grade book covers. Books featured include HeartLand by Jilanne Hoffmann, Calliope Callisto Clark and The Search For Wisdom by Claudia Mills, The Third Period Comeback by E.K. Johnston, California or Dust by Mindy Nichols Wendell, The Edge of Forever by Meghan P. Browne, The Continuation of Summer Dillon by Sarah Everett, Socks & Secret Quests by Triona Murphy, Mystery James Returns From The Grave by Ally Russell, Sneaks by Amy Tern and The Burn Beast by Mary Averling.

🎨 On Pop! Goes The Reader, I'm sharing 24 of my recent favourite 2026 middle grade book covers, along with credit to the designers and artists wherever possible. These covers are breathtaking and deserve to be celebrated! 🎨
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Featuring books by @as-king.bsky.social, @kloshaughnessy.bsky.social, @ekjohnston.bsky.social, @sguillory262.bsky.social, @jilanne.bsky.social, @claudiamills123.bsky.social, @mnwendell.bsky.social, @maryaverling.bsky.social, @exocomics.com and more!

A compilation/collage of ten 2026 middle grade book covers. Books featured include HeartLand by Jilanne Hoffmann, Calliope Callisto Clark and The Search For Wisdom by Claudia Mills, The Third Period Comeback by E.K. Johnston, California or Dust by Mindy Nichols Wendell, The Edge of Forever by Meghan P. Browne, The Continuation of Summer Dillon by Sarah Everett, Socks & Secret Quests by Triona Murphy, Mystery James Returns From The Grave by Ally Russell, Sneaks by Amy Tern and The Burn Beast by Mary Averling.

🎨 On Pop! Goes The Reader, I'm sharing 24 of my recent favourite 2026 middle grade book covers, along with credit to the designers and artists wherever possible. These covers are breathtaking and deserve to be celebrated! 🎨
popgoesthereader.com/do-judge-a-b... #BookSky #KidLit #MGLit

*Hugs* These are by far the most difficult and time-consuming posts to put together, so it sincerely means the world to know people find them helpful and enjoy them! 💖

A compilation/collage of ten middle grade books being published in April 2026. Books featured include Fruitcake by Rex Ogle, Olive Oakes and the Haunted Carousel by Kalynn Bayron, Shim Jung Takes The Dive by Julia Riew, Clock Hands by Marieke Nijkamp, Where Ella Went by Laurie Morrison, Confessions of a Mango by Nate Pieplow, Anna-Jane and the Endless Summer by Paige Classey, Nell O'Dell Hates Quests by Emily B. Martin, The Liars Society: A Secret Escape by Alyson Gerber and Auntie Q's Golden Claws Nail Salon by Van Hoang.

Whether you're a teacher, parent or enthusiastic reader, you won't want to miss my newest Patreon post, which explores 75 middle grade books being published in April 2026!

Get immediate access to this post and 250+ more for only $5!
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going undercover

Pair this with the rise in older YA being marketed as "mature YA" and, well there's a reason a lot of us are gravely concerned about the future of the age category.

Between Jonathan and Coach, watching Survivor 50 has become a near constant test of anger management for me and that's not mentioning the other players I can't stand the sight of like Stephenie, Chrissy and Joe. If it weren't for Christian, Devens and Tiff, I don't know if I could continue watching.

Tiffany is me anytime Johnathan or Coach are speaking

😂😂

#Survivor50

*sigh*
If your Kickstarter video/image is AI, I won't back it.
If your book has an AI cover, I won't read it.
If you're a public supporter of AI use for creative work, I will unfollow you.
I cannot stress enough how offensive I find AI use in the arts. It is outright theft, it is lazy, it is gross.

I have a series of important ultrasounds scheduled for tomorrow afternoon and I know I’m going to be completely useless and frozen with worry and anxiety until then. 🙃

Oh, that makes me so happy to hear! I’m looking forward to it even more now 😀

As many of you know, my imprint, Roaring Brook Press, is closing. I have loved working with them over three books, and I am heartbroken for the team and the authors. I want to do a thread of some upcoming releases so y’all can show them some love. Feel free to shout out more Roaring Brook titles!

A compilation/collage of ten adult fiction and non-fiction books being published in April 2026. Books featured include The Paris Match by Kate Clayborn, The Art of Loving You by Natasha Bishop, On Thin Ice by Olivia Belle, Unbound by Peyton Corinne, My Dear You: Stories by Rachel Khong, As Far as She Knew by Diana Awad, Into The Blue by Emma Brodie, American Fantasy by Emma Straub, The Girls Trip by Ally Condie and Your Soulmail Is Attached by Joan F. Smith.

With hundreds of new books being published every month, it can be stressful and overwhelming to keep track of it all. In Pop! Goes The Reader's newest Patreon post, we're exploring 275 adult fiction and non-fiction books being published in April 2026!
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A compilation/collage of ten middle grade books being published in April 2026. Books featured include Fruitcake by Rex Ogle, Olive Oakes and the Haunted Carousel by Kalynn Bayron, Shim Jung Takes The Dive by Julia Riew, Clock Hands by Marieke Nijkamp, Where Ella Went by Laurie Morrison, Confessions of a Mango by Nate Pieplow, Anna-Jane and the Endless Summer by Paige Classey, Nell O'Dell Hates Quests by Emily B. Martin, The Liars Society: A Secret Escape by Alyson Gerber and Auntie Q's Golden Claws Nail Salon by Van Hoang.

Whether you're a teacher, parent or enthusiastic reader, you won't want to miss my newest Patreon post, which explores 75 middle grade books being published in April 2026!

Get immediate access to this post and 250+ more for only $5!
www.patreon.com/posts/hot-of... #BookSky #MGLit #KidLit

"What you feel in your heart towards the series is almost entirely irrelevant. What matters is what you do, because J. K. Rowling is out there doing a lot of things...Nothing is adequate to the situation except the truth. There is no way to watch the new Harry Potter show subversively"

An image of a computer monitor with a desktop wallpaper on it. The wallpaper features a calendar for April 2026 in a pale blue rectangle with a detailed scalloped border, set against a pale blue and white gingham background. Along either edge of the wallpaper are three triangles with delicate lace edges with illustrated images of cherries, bows and flowers inside the triangles.

An image of a computer monitor with a desktop wallpaper on it. The wallpaper features a bouquet of flowers set against a white background and edge with bright red lace. In the background is a small, delicate repeating pattern of individual sprigs of flowers.

An image of a computer monitor with a desktop wallpaper on it. The wallpaper features a repeating pattern of red hearts set within intricately detailed blue triangles.

It's the start of a new month, which means there are four new wallpapers to download for your desktop and devices on Pop! Goes The Reader's Patreon!
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