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Books & Literature From Emily Faherty, your About Books & Literature Editor Did you know September is Library Card Sign-up Month? Most bookworms like yourselves have probably had a library card since you were in elementary school. I certainly remember the day my dad took me to get mine! If you have yet to get carded (or maybe you have a little reader who's ready for their own), now is a great time to join your local library. What books should you check out while browsing the stacks? Let's take a look at what our Books & Literature Guides have been writing about lately for some new ideas. Latest Bestseller Review Our Bestsellers Guide is always on top of reviewing the latest books for you. Don't miss Erin's recent review of Songs of Willow Frost by Jamie Ford. The author of book club favorite Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet returns with his second novel and another piece of historical fiction, this time set in early 20th century Seattle. Fiction Pick: All That Is by James Salter YA Pick: A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness Search Related Topics:  songs of willow frost  jamie ford  historical fiction Picks for Storm-Chasing Kids We love the top picks lists our Children's Books Guide has been creating. Jennifer recently compiled this list of the best non-fiction books about tornadoes for kids. If your child is fascinated by those twisters and all things dark and stormy, they might also enjoy this list of children's books about hurricanes. Top Narrative Non-fiction for Middle School 10 Funny Books for Tween Boys Search Related Topics:  middle grade / middle school nonfiction  middle grade / middle school fiction  Writing & Walking Can you read and walk at the same time? Probably not (unless you're on a treadmill), but we were inspired by this collection of essays on walking and writing written by our Grammar & Composition Guide. Richard makes us want put the books down (for a little while at least) and enjoy the beautiful fall weather with a walk in the woods. 10 Ways to Enjoy an Autumn Walk The Best Memoirs About Walking Search Related Topics:  classic essays  writers on writing  Happy Birthday, Stephen King! This Saturday, September 21 is also the 66th birthday of the "King of Horror" ― Stephen King. You can always use that snazzy new library card to make your way through his thrillers. Or you can wait for his latest, Doctor Sleep, the highly-anticipated sequel to The Shining which hits bookstores (and libraries) on Tuesday, September 24. Review: On Writing: A Memoir Of The Craft Review: Joyland Search Related Topics:  authors  stephen king  Related Searches Best Free Books What Is Literature Literature Bestseller Books Top 10 Books Featured Articles Gore Vidal on Reading and Writing New YA Adaptation of 'Romeo & Juliet' Analyzing the Title of 'The Giver' 'Delilah Dirk and the Turkish Lieutenant' Review How to Back-up Your Digital Library Review: 'Enon' by Paul Harding   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Books & Literature newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Advertisement