Happy Tuesday Pub Day to Robert Morgan‘s new novel Chasing the North Star! “Before he went to sleep in the clean bed in the room downstairs, Jonah asked himself whether he should continue running . . . It was impossible to know how safe he was. But Jonah was worn out from running, and heContinue reading

The results from the Super Book Sunday draft are in! Thanks to all who participated. And here’s your Algonquin first-string: Player #1: The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin Player #2: Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen Player #3: A Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick Player #4: Life After Life by Jill McCorkleContinue reading

Each of the November Lucky Stars books introduces us to women, real or imagined, on a journey of a lifetime. Travel into their unforgettable and wise worlds. Go first class with these e-books — for just $2.99 or less throughout the month!      A Life in Men by Gina Frangello: The friendship between Mary and NixContinue reading

What’s the best piece of writing advice you’ve gotten? The novelist Alison Lurie said that when writing a novel I would have to find a “passive gear” and let my characters take over the story and surprise me. I have found that suggestion useful again and again. How do you get yourself back on trackContinue reading

October brings happy changes: the leaves are turning luscious shades, and our monthly e-book promotion has a new name — Lucky Stars. Each month, you can enjoy some of our wonderful, classic e-books, centered on a theme and chock full of bonus materials — all for $3.99 a piece or less. This month, we’re featuringContinue reading

Just in time for Lee Smith‘s highly anticipated new novel, Guests on Earth, here’s a chance to read her other wonderful novels — each with a FREE preview of Guests on Earth! —  just $1.99 each for the e-book. Plus Lee chose three of her favorites by Algonquin authors to share, ones from Robert Morgan,Continue reading