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Amanda Martinez

Which of These Books Did YOU Quit? 📚

Confession time: is it just me or does everyone have that one classic they started but never finished? The fandom debate is real—some say you’re not a true book lover if you haven’t powered through “Moby-Dick” or “Infinite Jest,” but honestly, who has the stamina? The plot twist: even the most die-hard readers admit to bailing on these so-called must-reads. Are you team ‘DNF’ or do you push through no matter what? #Entertainment #Books #BookTok

jwalls

Betsey’s Fall Twist! 🤯 Book vs Show Debate

Did anyone else totally not see that coming with Betsey’s fall? The show completely changed who was responsible compared to the book! Fans are seriously divided over whether the book’s version or the show’s plot twist was better. Some say the adaptation lost the original’s depth, while others love the added suspense. Are you team book or team show after that finale reveal? #Entertainment #Books #LittleDisasters

jwalls

Secrets and survival in Baton Rouge

A new thriller by Baton Rouge’s own Jumata Emill is shaking up how we talk about trauma, identity, and truth in small-town Louisiana. His latest novel, "I Don't Wish You Well," follows Pryce Cummings, a college freshman and aspiring journalist, as he digs into an old murder case for a true crime podcast. Emill, a McKinley High and Southern University grad, draws on his reporting days to create a story that feels real and raw. This one’s for anyone who’s ever wondered how secrets shape a community—and themselves. Who else thinks we need more stories like this set right here at home? #Entertainment #Books #BatonRouge

Shannon Estrada

Victorian Ghost Stories Are Back 👻

Did you know telling ghost stories at Christmas was once THE thing? Victorians were obsessed, but now it’s all about A Christmas Carol. Some fans are debating if Dickens deserves all the credit or if M.R. James and Edith Wharton should get more love for their creepy Christmas tales. Are we missing out by not reviving this spooky tradition? #Entertainment #Books #ChristmasTraditions

Dennis Bryant

Charlotte’s own Dr. Brennan returns in Evil Bones

Kathy Reichs just dropped her 24th Tempe Brennan thriller, and this time, the action races through Charlotte and its neighboring counties. What’s wild is that the new book, Evil Bones, dives into the world of forensic veterinary medicine—a first for the series. Reichs explores how different cultures define and deal with evil, all while Brennan hunts a killer who starts with animals before targeting people. With Reichs calling Charlotte home, it’s cool to see our city at the heart of a gripping mystery. Who else is excited to see where Tempe’s latest case leads? #Entertainment #Books #CharlotteNC

Maria Davenport

Why this Irish pub drama still hits home

A stranger walks into a rural Irish pub, claims he’s killed his father, and suddenly becomes the talk of the town—loved by women, cheered by men. But beneath the laughs and wild stories, this play digs into how a community can get swept up by a hero who might not be all he seems. Nicola Coughlan and Siobhán McSweeney shine as women who dream of more than small-town life, balancing sharp comedy with real heartbreak. It’s wild how a story from 1907 still feels so relevant—what does it say about who we choose to believe and why? #Entertainment #Books #Theatre

Deborah Newman MD

Is Taylor Swift’s BFF List Secretly Shady? 👀

Rumor has it that Taylor Swift’s so-called ‘squad’ isn’t as heartwarming as her favorite friendship books suggest. Fans are debating if her recent documentary is just PR or if there’s real drama behind the scenes—especially after those cryptic unfollows and icy award show moments. Is the queen of friendship hiding a mean-girl twist, or is it all just fandom overthinking? #Entertainment #Books #TaylorSwift

Deborah Newman MD

Stephen King’s ‘Rage’ Drama: Too Dark for TV? 👀

Stephen King fans are always debating which of his stories should hit the screen next, but ‘Rage’ is a total no-go. Not only did King pull it from print after real-life tragedies, but the plot—centered on a school shooter—makes it way too controversial for any adaptation. Some say it’s a lost classic, others think it’s best left in the vault. What do you think: taboo or misunderstood? #Entertainment #Books #StephenKing

Darren Miller

Book Gifting Wars: Who’s the Real MVP? 📚

Is it just me or is there low-key drama over which book is the ultimate gift? Some authors swear by classics like The Good Soldier or The Living Mountain, while others push for modern hits or even poetry. The fandom is split: do you go for deep, life-changing reads or something fun and bingeable? And are you really a book lover if you haven’t forced your fave on all your friends? The debate is real! #Entertainment #Books #BookGifting