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November’s best new books

Whether you’re looking to escape or engage, these highly-anticipated new books coming out in November have you covered.

A letter from the Scribd CEO to our community

We’re opening up our library for free to those in the U.S. from now through Election Day.

Here’s how we’ll get through the 2020 election together

Whether you’re looking for entertainment to get through lengthy polling lines, or an escape from reality, we have an ebook, audiobook, or podcast to help.

Myriam Gurba on writing to the deceased, amplifying marginalized voices, and more

Our Q&A with Myriam Gurba takes you behind the scenes of her writing process for our latest Scribd Original, and provides insights into how to support and amplify marginalized voices.

Poetry, landscapes, and loss

Peter Heller on the origins of his Scribd Original novel, The Orchard.

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November’s best new books

Whether you’re looking to escape or engage, these highly-anticipated new books coming out in November have you covered.

A letter from the Scribd CEO to our community

We’re opening up our library for free to those in the U.S. from now through Election Day.

Here’s how we’ll get through the 2020 election together

Whether you’re looking for entertainment to get through lengthy polling lines, or an escape from reality, we have an ebook, audiobook, or podcast to help.

Spooky mysteries and thrillers for Halloween

In the spirit of spooky and safety, we invite you to read these scary stories with us this socially distanced Halloween.

Myriam Gurba on writing to the deceased, amplifying marginalized voices, and more

Our Q&A with Myriam Gurba takes you behind the scenes of her writing process for our latest Scribd Original, and provides insights into how to support and amplify marginalized voices.

Poetry, landscapes, and loss

Peter Heller on the origins of his Scribd Original novel, The Orchard.

Scary true crime stories for Halloween

We’re sure these books about violent criminals will frighten you to your core. Take a deep dive into the darkest aspects of human psychology.

What to read if you loved <em>Where the Crawdads Sing</em>

What to read if you loved Where the Crawdads Sing

If the orphan Kya has a cherished place in your heart, or if you found Delia Owens’ descriptions of nature breathtaking, then we’re confident you’ll also love these books.

Great horror classics to read for Halloween

These spooky books have been scaring readers for generations.

Scribd celebrates one year in Mexico with its first international advertising campaign: “The Infinite Door To Your Curiosity”

“The Infinite Door To Your Curiosity” campaign empowers consumers to explore their curiosity and discover new interests through a Scribd subscription.

Reading Recommendations

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Here’s how we’ll get through the 2020 election together

Whether you’re looking for entertainment to get through lengthy polling lines, or an escape from reality, we have an ebook, audiobook, or podcast to help.

Spooky mysteries and thrillers for Halloween

In the spirit of spooky and safety, we invite you to read these scary stories with us this socially distanced Halloween.

Scary true crime stories for Halloween

We’re sure these books about violent criminals will frighten you to your core. Take a deep dive into the darkest aspects of human psychology.

What to read if you loved Where the Crawdads Sing

If the orphan Kya has a cherished place in your heart, or if you found Delia Owens’ descriptions of nature breathtaking, then we’re confident you’ll also love these books.

Great horror classics to read for Halloween

These spooky books have been scaring readers for generations.

Banned Books Week 2020: Celebrating marginalized voices

Banning books: the original cancel culture.

What to read if you loved <em>Little Fires Everywhere</em>

What to read if you loved Little Fires Everywhere

If you’re looking for more suspenseful novels distilling race and class dynamics in America, you’ll love these books.

Books that inspired Emmy Award-winning shows in 2020

We’ve gathered up all the books we’ve got on Scribd that inspired an Emmy-winning series this year.

What to read if you loved <em>Normal People</em>

What to read if you loved Normal People

If you’ve been looking for something as compulsively readable as Normal People, you’ll love these books.

The Latinx authors we’re reading for Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrate Latinx culture with terrific novels and memoirs from Carmen Maria Machado, Julia Alvarez, YA sensation Aiden Thomas, and more.

Author Exclusives

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Myriam Gurba on writing to the deceased, amplifying marginalized voices, and more

Our Q&A with Myriam Gurba takes you behind the scenes of her writing process for our latest Scribd Original, and provides insights into how to support and amplify marginalized voices.

Poetry, landscapes, and loss

Peter Heller on the origins of his Scribd Original novel, The Orchard.

Todd Balf on adapting to disability, living in turbulent times, and the benefits of being stubborn

A Q&A with the author of the new Scribd Original, Complications.

P.W. Singer and August Cole on AI, blending fiction with fact, and more

The cybersecurity expert and futurist discuss their new fact-meets-fiction novel, Burn-In.

Tim O’Brien on fatherhood, deadlines, writing for TV, and more

We welcomed beloved novelist Tim O’Brien for a ScribdChat to celebrate the paperback launch of his first book in nearly 20 years, Dad’s Maybe Book.

Nicole Dennis-Benn on writing with empathy, challenging the status quo, and more

In honor of Pride month, we hosted author Nicole Dennis-Benn for a Virtual #ScribdChat to celebrate Patsy, the 2020 Lambda Literary Award Winner for Best Lesbian Fiction.

Author Q&A: Jess Walter on writing in a pandemic and his new Scribd Original, “Town & Country”

Jess Walter discusses the genesis of his Scribd Originals short story “Town & Country” and how he’s coping with a writer’s life during a pandemic.

Jess Walter on what inspires him, imperfect parents, and more

We had the honor of hosting bestselling author Jess Walter (Beautiful Ruins) for a Virtual #ScribdChat to celebrate his new Scribd Original, Town & Country, a hilarious and heartbreaking story about a father and son who are polar opposites.

Heather and Will Rochfort on camping, cookies, and fun for the whole family

Our first family-friendly Virtual #ScribdChat featured Heather and Will Rochfort, whose new book Sleeping Bags to S'mores is a fun, illustrated guide for adults and families who want to learn how to start exploring the wilderness (or, for now, their backyard).

Jared Diamond on home run hits, baseball traditions, and more

We welcomed The Wall Street Journal’s national baseball writer, Jared Diamond, as our Virtual #ScribdChat guest to talk about his new book Swing Kings.