If you’re looking for the perfect Thanksgiving movie lineup, classics like Planes, Trains and Automobiles, Pieces of April, and A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving are must-watches. These films capture the chaos, warmth, and humor of the holiday, making them ideal companions after the feast. Read on for more film favorites to carve into this Thanksgiving with your family.
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If you’re searching for a mindfulness book that goes beyond breathing exercises and meditation scripts, Happiness-Based Mindfulness by Dr. Sara Spowart offers a refreshing and transformative perspective. Drawing from her extensive background in therapy and psychoeducation, Dr. Spowart introduces a framework that empowers readers to become conscious creators of their emotional experience. Her approach is rooted in the belief that happiness is not just a fleeting emotion but a sustainable state of being that can be cultivated through intentional awareness and love.
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John W. Kennedy’s 12 Simple Words is a heartfelt blend of memoir, philosophy, and community storytelling that reminds us how timeless values can shape a meaningful life. At first glance, the book seems rooted in the Boy Scout Law, with its familiar twelve virtues—trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent. But Kennedy’s approach is far more expansive than a recitation of Scout principles. He uses these words as a framework to reflect on his own journey, the lessons of his parents, and the voices of others who have lived by similar ideals.
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Harlan Coben has sold over 80 million books worldwide and is the only author to win the Edgar, Shamus, and Anthony Awards. His thrillers are famous for jaw-dropping twists, ordinary people caught in extraordinary danger, and past secrets that refuse to stay buried. Many of his novels have also been adapted into hit Netflix series (Stay Close, Fool Me Once, The Innocent, The Stranger), making him one of the most influential thriller writers today.
But with more than 35 novels, where should you begin? Here are the best Harlan Coben books to read—and why they stand out.
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For avid readers, the dream of an “all-you-can-read” library is more relevant than ever. Amazon’s Kindle Unlimited (KU) remains the titan of the industry, but with rising costs across most digital services and new e-reader technology on the market, is it still worth your monthly investment? Let’s break down the details for 2025.
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Every James Patterson novel promises pulse-pounding suspense, and The Writer delivers from the first page. NYPD Detective Declan Shaw races to a high-rise apartment on Central Park West only to discover a bestselling true-crime author drenched in blood. A murdered body lies among floor-to-ceiling shelves filled with the victim’s own work. With only one person holding the final twist, Patterson sets readers on edge: is this woman a victim or a perpetrator?
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On August 19, 2025, James Patterson releases Emma on Fire. Set against the backdrop of Ridgemont Academy, this gripping novel captures the essence of teenage rebellion, self-discovery, and the courage to defy societal expectations.
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In a world that often feels increasingly disconnected, Belonging: A Genealogy of the Akinyemi Family Through Six Generations by Dr. John Ayoola Akinyemi provides a heartwarming exploration of what it truly means to belong. This book transcends the typical genealogical narratives, moving beyond a mere list of names and dates. Instead, Dr. Akinyemi invites readers on a profound journey through the lives of his ancestors and the invaluable contributions of his living family members, all while echoing the sentiment that “No man is an island.”
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From #1 New York Times bestselling author James Patterson comes a heart-pounding kidnapping thriller that races from coast to coast. Releasing September 1, 2025, Billion-Dollar Ransom throws readers into the most audacious abduction scheme ever attempted—and the one FBI agent determined to stop it.
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Scared to Move On: A Love Story by Leonardo Andre, MD, is a captivating narrative that is a love story and a journey of self-discovery. It beautifully explores themes of vulnerability and the transformative power of genuine connection.
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