Sunday, March 23, 2014

Books: New and Noteworthy

(from usatoday.com
by Jocelyn McClurg)


USA TODAY's Jocelyn McClurg scopes out the hottest books on sale each week.

1. A Nice Little Place on the North Side by George F. Will (Crown Archetype, non-fiction, on sale March 25)

What it's about: The columnist reflects on Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, as the stadium celebrates its centenary.

The buzz: Will is the author of previous baseball best sellers Men at Work and Bunts.

2. House of Secrets: Battle of the Beasts by Chris Columbus and Ned Vizzini (Balzer + Bray / HarperCollins, fiction, ages 8-12, on sale March 25)

What it's about: Book 2 in the fantasy series involving the Walker family's bookish adventures.

The buzz: Endorsed by none other than J.K. Rowling: "A breakneck, jam-packed rollercoaster of an adventure about the secret power of books."

3. Living in Style by Rachel Zoe (Grand Central, non-fiction, on sale March 25)

What it's about: The Hollywood stylist offers "Inspiration and Advice for Everyday Glamour."

The buzz: Zoe's A-list clients include Jennifer Lawrence, Jennifer Garner and Sofia Vergara.

4. The Hippest Trip in America by Nelson George (William Morrow, non-fiction, on sale March 25)

What it's about: Examines the impact of 1970s R&B dance show Soul Train on pop culture.

The buzz: A "nostalgic history," says Publishers Weekly.

5. Tempting Fate by Jane Green (St. Martin's Press, fiction, on sale March 25)

What it's about: Happily married Gabby is tempted by a handsome social media mogul 10 years her junior.

The buzz: "A Scarlet Letter for the 21st century," says Kirkus Reviews.

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