Early Bird Books Reading Recommendations

Here at Early Bird Books, we love all things that have to do with books, reading, and literary news and movies. Browse below for some highlights from our blog!

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Remembering Louie Anderson, 1953-2022

Read an excerpt from a book by the beloved stand-up comedian.

E.R. Braithwaite Wrangles Unruly High School Students in To Sir, With Love

By treating his students as equals, a schoolteacher creates a unique bond with his class.

Remembering bell hooks and How She Impacted Feminism

"Understanding her was crucial to reigniting my feminist identity; finding her at all was a miracle."

How Edith Wharton Became the First Woman to Win a Pulitzer

The award was controversial—but not for the reasons you might think.

Read an Excerpt from Strange Love, Fred Waitzkin’s New Book

“If literary romance is your genre, this book is for you.” —Men Reading Books

Read an Excerpt From Overcoming Hate Through Dialogue

Find out what happened when a Muslim politician decided to have coffee with the people who sent her hate mail.

Remembering Cloris Leachman, 1926-2021

Read an excerpt from Cloris Leachman's 2009 autobiography.

Read an Excerpt from The Genius of Impeachment

John Nichols explains why impeachment is an essential American institution.

Read an Excerpt from The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus

L. Frank Baum's charming Christmas origin story.

This Kids’ Book Explains Why Voting Is So Important

“Our democracy only reflects what Americans want if Americans vote.”

Read Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Fiery Speech Following Bush v. Gore

“Each side warned that the other risked casting a cloud of illegitimacy over the election.”

Read an Excerpt from Walter Mosley’s The Awkward Black Man

The collection of short stories artfully shares the struggles of a range of uniquely flawed characters.

Read an Excerpt from Lawrence Durrell, a Stunning Biography

Ian S. MacNiven’s 1998 biography remains the most intimate portrait of Lawrence Durrell.

Discover a True Story of Passion and Scandal in The Woman Before Wallis

Read an excerpt from Bryn Turnbull's stunning historical fiction novel.

Remembering Graham Greene: A Look at Twenty-One Stories

The short story "I Spy" offers a glimpse into the tragic and bittersweet writings of a literary legend.

How Former Slave Elizabeth Keckley Befriended the Lincolns

An excerpt from the memoir of a woman who bought her own freedom and became a dressmaker for Mary Todd Lincoln.

"Your Horoscope," by Roger Angell

The famous essayist wrote about more than just baseball.