Book reviewer Suzanne Perez looks at a new middle-grade novel from the author of "Wonder."

With 'Pony,' author R.J. Palacio explores the wonder of photography

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Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says author Holly Gramazio scores with her debut novel, "The Husbands."

Holly Gramazio's 'The Husbands' asks important questions about relationships and life

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says she used to avoid contemporary romance novels. But the latest book by rom-com queen Emily Henry proves what all the fuss is about.

OK, OK, I finally read Emily Henry. And 'Funny Story' — now I know what the fuss is about

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Sloane Crosley's "Grief is for People" is a poignant and smartly written memoir that will resonate with anyone who has experienced a personal loss.

In ‘Grief is for People,” Sloane Crosley mourns her best friend

Adam Rapp's newest novel, "Wolf at the Table," promises to be an eerie, serial killer novel but turns out to be a wandering family tale.

‘Wolf at the Table’ is a wearisome look at a dysfunctional family

In the audio version of her memoir, comedian and former "Saturday Night Live" cast member Leslie Jones speaks with honesty and emotion about her life and career.

With 'Pony,' author R.J. Palacio explores the wonder of photography

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